How long has Wimpy UK been around?
“The first Wimpy opened in The Strand, London in a Lyons Corner House in 1954. Wimpy, then owned by J.”
Questions & answers
Who owns Wimpy UK?
“The Wimpy brand is owned by Famous Brands Limited and is Africa’s largest branded food services franchisor. The Brands portfolio consists of 25 restaurant brands, represented by a network of 2,853 restaurants across South Africa, the rest of Africa, the Middle East and the United Kingdom.”
Does Wimpy UK have any company owned stores?
“All of our restaurants are owned and operated by our dedicated franchisees. Some have been part of the Wimpy family for many decades and some are multi-generational, with parents passing their Wimpy knowledge on to their children.”
How can I become a Wimpy franchisee?
“Find out more about how you can own your own Wimpy restaurant here.”
What are Wimpy Beef Burgers made of?
“Our burgers are made from 100% British & Irish Beef with just an added seasoning. This means that the burger patty recipe is actually 99% beef (which is 100% British & Irish) and 1% seasoning.”
How can I contact Wimpy UK Head Office?
“Whether you have a fabulous Wimpy story to tell, great service to share or a complaint you want recorded, contact our Head Office.”
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- urn:readyscan:entity:wimpy-q2811992
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- 2026-10-23
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- 2026-10-23
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- Wimpy: Fast food chain. Website: https://wimpy.uk.com/