Bensons Crisps, which later became Snackhouse, was one of the biggest employers on the Fylde coast and was known for making a wide range of snack foods. They were popular for their crisps and snacks, with a dedicated following both locally and beyond. Unfortunately, financial problems led to the company’s closure.
Snackhouse
Snackhouse was a key player in the snack food industry, famous for its crisps and other snacks. Despite its popularity, the company had financial troubles and eventually went into administration. The exact date of its closure isn’t well-documented, but it happened in the early 2000s. The shutdown was a blow to the local economy, leading to job losses and the end of a well-known local brand.
Bensons Crisps
Bensons Crisps had a strong presence in Kirkham, and was known for producing a variety of snacks and crisps that people really liked. Their major brands, Director’s Cut and O’Malleys, were bought by other snack companies after Bensons Crisps went into administration in 2001. The closure of Bensons Crisps was part of a larger trend where local and regional snack brands struggled to compete with bigger national and international companies.
The closures of Snackhouse and Bensons Crisps showed the tough economic and competitive pressures in the snack food industry. Both companies are remembered for their impact on the local economy and the unique snacks they offered.
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