Why Re-Equip Auctions Are the Best Way to Buy and Sell Used Bakery & Catering Equipment in the UK
When it comes to buying or selling used bakery and catering equipment, the first platforms that come to mind are often eBay, Gumtree, or Facebook Marketplace. But while those platforms work for casual listings, they fall short when it comes to professional-grade kitchen equipment and business liquidations.
That’s where Re-Equip Auctions comes in — a platform built specifically for the bakery and catering industry, offering nationwide coverage, expert listings, and the lowest commission rates in the UK.
If you're in the foodservice business and looking to either buy bakery equipment at great prices or sell surplus catering gear with zero hassle, here’s why Re-Equip is your best option.
🔧 What Is Re-Equip?
Re-Equip Auctions is the UK’s trusted specialist for buying and selling second-hand bakery, catering, and commercial kitchen equipment via online auction. From Rational combi ovens to spiral dough mixers, deck ovens, retarder provers, and stainless steel workstations, we list and sell everything a food business needs — and we do it better than generalist marketplaces.
✅ Why Re-Equip Beats eBay, Gumtree & Facebook
Why Re-Equip is the better choice
💼 Selling with Re-Equip: Stress-Free & Profitable
If you’re sitting on unused or surplus bakery equipment, turning it into working capital has never been easier. Whether you want to sell one item or clear an entire commercial kitchen, Re-Equip gives you the tools, support, and audience to make it happen fast.
🔹 Seller Benefits:
0% listing fees – No upfront costs
Low final commission rates – Keep more of what you sell
Free storage until sale – Send your gear to us
Sell from your own location – We manage remote auctions too
Professional listing support – We handle photos, descriptions & bidding
UK-wide buyer network – Our auctions reach serious trade buyers
🛠️ We Sell All Types of Bakery & Catering Equipment:
Dough mixers, planetary mixers, and spiral mixers
Rational and Lincat ovens, combi steamers
Proofers, blast chillers, and refrigeration units
Display counters, stainless steel sinks, and prep tables
Slicers, fryers, bain-maries, and more
💰 Buying with Re-Equip: Quality Equipment at Better Prices
Looking to buy used bakery equipment online? Re-Equip gives you direct access to high-quality, trade-level gear at up to 70% off retail prices.
🔹 Buyer Benefits:
Bid from anywhere – Online, mobile-friendly auctions
No middlemen – Buy directly from sellers or Re-Equip’s consignment stock
Accurate listings – All items photographed and described by experts
Trusted suppliers – Includes bakery closures, wholesalers, and resellers
Optional refurbished stock – Some items include guarantees or returns
Nationwide delivery available – Fast and flexible collection options
🌍 Built for Bakers, Caterers & Hospitality Professionals
Re-Equip isn’t a catch-all classifieds site. We’re purpose-built for:
Bakery owners upgrading equipment
Catering businesses expanding their kitchens
Foodservice start-ups seeking affordable tools
Hospitality resellers and clearance buyers
Operators closing down or rebranding
Our platform is designed to serve the unique needs of the food industry, unlike generalist marketplaces where serious buyers and sellers get lost in the noise.
🧠 Why Auctions Work Better Than Classifieds
In a traditional listing, you wait for offers (or low-ball messages). But with Re-Equip’s auction format, interested buyers compete, driving prices higher and ensuring faster sales.
You don’t have to haggle, respond to time-wasters, or worry about no-shows — the system works for you.
🔐 Trust & Transparency
Every item listed on Re-Equip includes:
High-resolution photos
Honest condition reports
Accurate specifications
Transparent timelines
Secure online payment process
We don’t do guesswork or hidden surprises — what you see is what you get.
🚛 Nationwide Collection & Storage
Wherever you are in the UK, we can:
Pick up your equipment
Store it securely until auction
Sell it professionally and promptly
From London to Leeds, Glasgow to Bristol, Re-Equip covers the country with ease.
📣 Join the Re-Equip Community Today
Thousands of UK food businesses trust Re-Equip to handle their buying and selling needs — and we’re growing every month.
Whether you're outfitting your kitchen with cost-effective gear or making space by selling your old ovens, Re-Equip is the only name you need to know.
