ABOUT US

Established in 2013, Route1 Group has evolved into an acclaimed family-owned business, strategically headquartered in the thriving logistics hub of Northampton, further bolstered by distribution centres in Bristol and Durham. Over a decade, we’ve not only solidified our reputation as a premier Express Courier service, boasting an extensive vehicle fleet that serves a diverse array of industries but have also emerged as a prominent Two-Person Home Delivery solution, offering end-to-end logistics support tailored to the unique needs of e-commerce and offline home retailers specialising in large consumer goods requiring two-man delivery services.

But our offerings don’t stop there. We’ve extended our expertise to encompass Hand Assembly services, catering to a broad spectrum of clients seeking outsourced business support.

As our clients have embarked on their journeys of growth and diversification, we’ve traversed a parallel path, evolving into a service-centric enterprise. We’ve adapted to meet our client’s ever-evolving needs, positioning ourselves as a pivotal logistics and fulfilment partner. Our capabilities now encompass a sprawling 30,000 sqft warehouse and an on-demand hand assembly team.

At Route1 Group, we are a family business in every sense of the word. We hold our warehouse team and drivers in the highest regard, recognising them as integral members of our extended family, vital to making everything we do possible.

Route1 Group’s commitment to excellence extends beyond logistics and fulfilment; it pursues top-tier talent in short-term recruitment across various sectors, including Food Production, Commercial Recruitment, Warehouse & Industrial, Driving, Catering and hospitality. Fuelled by our entrepreneurial spirit, Route1 Recruitment was born and has since flourished into a thriving independent entity.

Lee Haines: Group Commercial Director

Richard Haines. Managing Director.

Our Mission
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Route 1 Recruitment

The Genesis of Route 1 Recruitment: Where Excellence Meets Opportunity

Route 1 Recruitment specialises in permanent and temporary staffing recruitment across key service sectors in the Northampton region. Whether you’re seeking work or looking to recruit, we’re your go-to partner for short and long-term staffing, particularly in sectors such as Food Production, Commercial Recruitment, Warehouse and Industrial, Driving, Catering, and Hospitality.

With a GLAA license and ISO quality accreditations, Route 1 Recruitment stands as a beacon of reliability and quality in Northampton. With a focus on building strong client and candidate relationships, we ensure a seamless recruitment process.

Route 1 Recruitment naturally serves as our in-house HR team; please visit our Careers page for more details.

Case Study: Supporting a Well-Known High Street Store with Stock replenishment

Case Study: Supporting a Well-Known High Street Store with Stock replenishment

At Route1 Group, we provide through-the-night deliveries to high street retailers, ensuring stores are fully stocked and ready for trading the next morning. This approach minimises customer disruptions, keeps shelves filled, and helps stores maintain optimal stock levels without affecting daily operations.