Our commercial refrigeration and catering equipment showroom
Choose with confidence.
Your one-stop shop for refrigeration and catering equipment
Our Swansea showroom brings commercial refrigeration and catering equipment together under one roof. After over 30 years visiting customer sites and understanding the challenges you face, we’ve created a space where you can explore your options in person.
No more buying blind from catalogues or websites. Here you can compare different models, check the build quality and get a real feel for what works in your kitchen or shop.
It’s the practical way to make confident decisions about equipment your business will rely on every day. Come in, have a brew, and let’s find the right solution together.
What you’ll find
Step into our showroom and you’ll see our full range of commercial refrigeration and catering equipment, with plenty of it powered up and ready to explore.
On the refrigeration side, there are display fridges and freezers in variouse sizes, prep counters, blast chillers, ice machines, bottle coolers and serve-over counters, plus compact under-counter units for tight spaces.
On the catering side, you’ll find cooking and food preparation equipment out on display too, from ovens and induction plates to microwaves and more. You can picture exactly how it will look and work in your business. Just ask the team and we’ll happily show you a model in action.
Depending on what’s in stock, you’ll often see brands like Arneg, Tefcold, Blue Seal, Lincat, Rollergrill, Robot Coupe, Buffalo and Blue Ice on the floor, there to look over, open and compare for yourself.
Ready to collect today
Some things you just need today. We keep a selection of everyday essentials in stock at the showroom for same-day collection, including slush syrups, kitchen utensils and gastronorm pans.
Anything else can be ordered in for you to collect, or delivered straight to your business anywhere in the UK. Just ask the team and we will sort the quickest option for you.
Why visit?
Choosing refrigeration from a website means you can miss the details that matter. We welcome you to come and measure up, bring your own trays or gastronorm pans to check they fit, and open the fridges and freezers to see for yourself whether they’re right for your business. In our showroom, you can:
- Check the fit for real : bring your own trays and pans, measure up, and see how the unit fits your space with the doors open.
- Compare brands side by side : spot the quality differences between models and price points.
- Test the controls : make sure the displays and settings work the way your team needs.
- Assess noise levels : hear how quiet, or loud, the equipment runs in real conditions.
- Feel the build quality : Open doors, slide drawers and try what you’ll use every day.
- Get instant answers : Ask our team questions and solve problems on the spot.
Showroom visitors also get deals you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll get first look at our new product lines, regular clearance prices on display models, package deals on multiple items, plus a warm welcome and a cuppa.
So, what are you waiting for?
See the equipment in action
Watch your potential purchase in action before you commit. Whenever you visit, our team can show you equipment working under real conditions. You’re welcome to bring your own trays and gastronorm pans to check they fit, open the fridges and freezers, and get hands-on with any model that catches your eye. Watch a display fridge recover after the doors have been opened, and see how easy each one is to clean and maintain. We’ll show you honestly what each piece can and can’t do, because it’s about helping you find what works for your business, not what looks good in a brochure.
We also host special demonstration days with our manufacturer partners, including live cooking demos where you can see professional catering equipment put through its paces first hand. These run on selected dates through the year rather than every day, so give us a call or follow us on social media to catch the next one.
Expert advice
Our showroom team knows refrigeration inside out. They’ve installed it, serviced it and solved just about every problem you might face. Talk us through your kitchen layout and workflow, and we’ll give you our honest opinion on which brands last longest in busy kitchens and retail environments.
We’ll explain running costs and energy efficiency in plain English, help you work out whether you need one large unit or several smaller ones, and calculate the right storage capacity for your busiest periods.
Our team takes the time to understand your needs and recommend solutions that make sense. It isn’t about pushing the priciest option, it’s about finding what fits your business best.
Where is the Craven Cooling showroom?
Our showroom is at Unit 1, 304 Carmarthen Road, Cwmbwrla, Swansea, SA5 8NJ, open Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm.
What can I see at the showroom?
Our full range of commercial refrigeration and catering equipment, with plenty of it powered up so you can see it working. That includes display fridges, freezers, prep counters, blast chillers, ice machines, serve-over counters and cooking equipment. Just ask and we’ll show you a model in action.
Which brands can I see at the showroom?
The display line-up changes as stock sells, but it regularly includes refrigeration from Arneg and Tefcold, and catering equipment from Blue Seal, Lincat, Rollergrill, Robot Coupe, Sirman, Buffalo, Sharp and Chefmaster, plus a Blue Ice slush and milkshake machine, a Simag ice machine and a Blizzard glass washer.
Can I bring my own trays to check they fit?
Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring your own trays and gastronorm pans, measure up and open the fridges and freezers, so you can be sure a unit is right for your business before you buy.
Can I collect items the same day?
Yes. We keep a small selection of everyday catering essentials in stock for same-day collection, including slush syrups, kitchen utensils and gastronorm pans. Other items are available for home delivery.
Is there parking at the showroom?
Yes. We have a car park to the rear of the property, so you can park easily and pop straight in.
How can I pay?
We accept all major credit and debit cards and BACS payments. You can also spread the cost, with short-term finance through iwoca or longer-term lease purchase options. See our finance page for full details.
Visit us
Come along to our commercial refrigeration and catering showroom in Swansea for cool products and a warm welcome. We’re open Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm, and you’ll find us at Unit 1, 304 Carmarthen Road, Cwmbwrla, Swansea, SA5 8NJ.
We’re an easy trip from Cardiff, Newport, Bridgend, Neath, Port Talbot and Llanelli, and we look forward to helping you find the perfect refrigeration or catering equipment for your business.