Editor’s Letter


EDITORIAL & PUBLISHING Editor


Annie Blinkhorn


Joint Managing Director Tracy Shah


From the editor


Welcome to The Franchise Magazine 2026, in which we bring you real-life success stories from franchisees as well as insights into the hottest industry sectors. In this issue’s cover story, franchisees share how they came to be McDonald’s restaurant business owners and why entering into partnership with this global brand has totally transformed their lives. Find out more about their respective journeys from page 10 onwards. Also inside: a spotlight on the market-leading brands in retail, food &


drink, health & fitness, property and more. As always, this issue contains the comprehensive franchise directory (from page 59) containing a wealth of franchise opportunities spanning a multitude of services. As well as all that, over the following pages you’ll find invaluable


advice from those in the know. Over on page 34, The British Franchise Association explain why it’s worth checking if a franchise operates ethically – as all those profiled here do. Turn to page 28 for expert opinions from Ashtons Franchise Consulting where the most pressing questions about this hugely successful business model are answered. Here at The Franchise Magazine, we have once again put our all into


sourcing the most relevant and up-to-date information on franchising to keep you set you off on the search for the perfect franchise. We wish you the best of luck with your endeavours!


ADVERTISING Franchise Sales Director Helen McCulloch


Media Sales Wendy Wilson wendy.wilson@vmgl.com 020 8394 5200


Jessica Kesby jessica.kesby@vmgl.com 07788 248 132


Neelam Luggah neelam.luggah@vmgl.com 020 8394 5241


COVER Photograph: David Glen Walker


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