Accrington factor celebrates milestone

19 August 2022  

500 guests recently gathered at Accrington Stanley’s Wham Stadium to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Accrington-based motor factor Ray’s Garage Supplies.

Suppliers and customers of the businesses were in attendance, and as well as the usual party favourites, there was a chance to win one of £10,000 worth of prizes, including a Dewalt Drill donated by First Line.

Ray’s Garage Supplies was founded in 1972 by ex-Accrington Stanley footballer Ray Byrom. Five decades on, Ray’s son Craig, now leads the business, which has more than 50 staff members, including Craig’s wife, children and nephew.

According to Kevin Neaverson, Global Sales Director at First Line, the business is a cherished partner: “Ray’s Garage Supplies has been a valued customer of ours for over a decade. Availability of product is core to our service offering. We understand that our distributors need to rely on us to provide them with product to meet market demands, and we are proud to have been part of the 50th anniversary celebrations and to be able to support them in this brilliant milestone.”