Cultivating excellence
Cultivating excellence
Est. 1946
Est. 1946
Three generations committed to the land
Established by Alan Lenton nearly 80 years ago, we continue to focus on quality, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to our customers and to our land.
Growth through diversification
Growth through
diversification
1950s
Expanded into market stands across London, Brighton, and Sheffield, becoming an early Sainsbury's supplier.
1950s
Expanded into market stands across London, Brighton, and Sheffield, becoming an early Sainsbury's supplier.
1978
After acquiring JS Frozen Foods in 1978, we became year-round suppliers.
1978
After acquiring JS Frozen Foods in 1978, we became year-round suppliers.
1994
Graham Shooter, Alan's son-in-law, was appointed Chairman.
1994
Graham Shooter, Alan's son-in-law, was appointed Chairman.
2010s
Our AD plant was constructed at the East Kirkby site, generating green electricity for the grid.
2010s
Our AD plant was constructed at the East Kirkby site, generating green electricity for the grid.
1946
Business established by Alan Lenton
1946
Business established by Alan Lenton
1960s
Pack houses in Wisbech, Wyberton, and Friskney followed, establishing comprehensive vegetable supply.
1960s
Pack houses in Wisbech, Wyberton, and Friskney followed, establishing comprehensive vegetable supply.
1990s
Responding to consumer health awareness in the mid-1990s, we converted some of our production to organic farming.
1990s
Responding to consumer health awareness in the mid-1990s, we converted some of our production to organic farming.
2000s
The next generation of the family - Mark, Edward and Oliver - joined the Board of Directors.
2000s
The next generation of the family - Mark, Edward and Oliver - joined the Board of Directors.
Today
Today our operations now span the full agricultural spectrum, creating an integrated group controlling every stage from field to customer.
Today
Today our operations now span the full agricultural spectrum, creating an integrated group controlling every stage from field to customer.
Our products
POTATOES
Lincolnshire potatoes, premium quality
At A E Lenton, we produce premium potatoes, growing a wide range of varieties for both processing and prepack markets.
Our expertise in varietal selection, combined with Lincolnshire's exceptional growing conditions, consistently delivers the quality and consistency that our customers demand.
POTATOES
Lincolnshire potatoes, premium quality
At A E Lenton, we produce premium potatoes, growing a wide range of varieties for both processing and prepack markets.
Our expertise in varietal selection, combined with Lincolnshire's exceptional growing conditions, consistently delivers the quality and consistency that our customers demand.
POTATOES
Lincolnshire potatoes, premium quality
At A E Lenton, we produce premium potatoes, growing a wide range of varieties for both processing and prepack markets.
Our expertise in varietal selection, combined with Lincolnshire's exceptional growing conditions, consistently delivers the quality and consistency that our customers demand.
CEREALS
Consistent quality, exceptional standards
For generations, Lincolnshire's fertile silt soils have produced Britain's finest cereals. At A E Lenton, we deliver exceptional quality wheat, barley, and oilseed rape through premium land, cutting-edge technology, and meticulous crop management.
CEREALS
Consistent quality, exceptional standards
For generations, Lincolnshire's fertile silt soils have produced Britain's finest cereals. At A E Lenton, we deliver exceptional quality wheat, barley, and oilseed rape through premium land, cutting-edge technology, and meticulous crop management.
CEREALS
Consistent quality, exceptional standards
For generations, Lincolnshire's fertile silt soils have produced Britain's finest cereals. At A E Lenton, we deliver exceptional quality wheat, barley, and oilseed rape through premium land, cutting-edge technology, and meticulous crop management.
VEGETABLES
Your trusted supplier of excellence
At A E Lenton, we have built an exceptional reputation, supplying premium fresh produce to UK retailers, wholesalers and the food service industry. Our expertise spans year-round brassica production, including cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage and brussel sprouts, together with a full range of organic produce grown on our accredited organic farms on some of Lincolnshire's finest silts.
VEGETABLES
Your trusted supplier of excellence
At A E Lenton, we've built an exceptional reputation, supplying premium vegetables to UK supermarkets. Our expertise spans year-round brassica production, including cauliflower, calabrese, cabbage, and sprouts. Alongside these, a comprehensive range of organic crops are all grown on Lincolnshire's fine soil.
Environmental stewardship
Environmental
stewardship
GREEN ENERGY
Anaerobic digestion plant
Our 1.2 MW anaerobic digestion plant at East Kirkby's former airfield produces approximately 1,000 kilowatts per hour of electricity from on-farm biomass crops. Using proven technology, the plant generates enough electricity to power 2,150 households - equivalent to a town the size of Spilsby.
GREEN ENERGY
Anaerobic digestion plant
Our 1.2 MW anaerobic digestion plant at East Kirkby's disused airfield produces approximately 1,000 kilowatts per hour of electricity and heat from on-farm biomass crops. Using proven European technology, the plant generates enough electricity to power 2,150 households - equivalent to a town the size of Spilsby - whilst producing renewable heat for commercial and greenhouse operations.
SUSTAINABILITY
Our commitment to the land
For generations, we've worked Lincolnshire's land with one principle: leave it better than we found it.
We use cover crops to capture CO2, prevent erosion, and naturally enhance soil fertility, whilst 10% of our land grows energy crops for anaerobic digestion - creating renewable energy and organic, nutrient-rich fertilisers.
Since 2000, our organic farm spanning over 280 acres has demonstrated that sustainable practices and productive farming go hand in hand.
SUSTAINABILITY
Our commitment to the land
For generations, we've worked Lincolnshire's land with one principle: leave it better than we found it.
We use cover crops to capture CO2, prevent erosion, and naturally enhance soil fertility, whilst 10% of our land grows energy crops for anaerobic digestion - creating renewable energy and organic, nutrient-rich fertilisers.
Since 2000, our organic farm spanning over 280 acres has demonstrated that sustainable practices and productive farming go hand in hand.
SUSTAINABILITY
Our commitment to the land
For generations, we've worked Lincolnshire's land with one principle: leave it better than we found it.
We use cover crops to capture CO2, prevent erosion, and naturally enhance soil fertility, whilst 10% of our land grows energy crops for anaerobic digestion - creating renewable energy and organic, nutrient-rich fertilisers.
Since 2000, our two organic farms spanning over 400 acres have demonstrated that sustainable practices and productive farming go hand in hand.
Latest news
Latest
News
Articles
Announcements
Articles
Jan 13, 2026
From field to customer: Maintaining quality and sustainability
Articles
Jan 13, 2026
Turning less-productive land into a carbon sink
News
Jan 6, 2026
Strengthening our soils for the future
Announcements
Dec 9, 2025
Organic demand and opportunities for responsible farming
Announcements
Nov 29, 2025
Supporting Lincolnshire’s agrifood cluster
Latest news
Latest
News
Articles
Announcements
Articles
Jan 13, 2026
From field to customer: Maintaining quality and sustainability
Articles
Jan 13, 2026
Turning less-productive land into a carbon sink
News
Jan 6, 2026
Strengthening our soils for the future
Announcements
Dec 9, 2025
Organic demand and opportunities for responsible farming
Announcements
Nov 29, 2025
Supporting Lincolnshire’s agrifood cluster
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Friskney
East Kirkby
Crawfords Farm
Wyberton Farm
Low Farm
Croft Farm
Saracens Head Farm
Swineshead House Farm
A.E. Lenton Group
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Friskney
Boston PE22 8NE
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Packhouse
Coldstore
AEL Biogas
Lancaster Business Park
East Kirkby
Spilsby PE23 4DE
Potato store
AD plant
A.E. Lenton Ltd
Crawfords Farm
Wyberton Road
Wyberton
Boston PE20 1BD
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Wyberton Farm
Wyberton Road
Wyberton
Boston PE20 1BD
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Organic unit
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Low Farm
Old Fen Bank
Wainfleet St Mary
Skegness PE24 4JU
Main yard
Grain store
Croft Farm
Croft Marsh Lane
Croft
Skegness PE24 4AR
Grain store
Saracens Head Farm
Manor House Road
Saracens Head
Holbeach PE12 8AZ
Swineshead House Farm
Swineshead
Boston PE20 3PJ
Organic grain store
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A.E. Lenton Group
Church End
Friskney
Boston PE22 8NE
Head office
Packhouse
Coldstore
AEL Biogas
Lancaster Business Park
East Kirkby
Spilsby PE23 4DE
Potato store
AD plant
A.E. Lenton Ltd
Crawfords Farm
Wyberton Road
Wyberton
Boston PE20 1BD
Main yard
Organic unit
Potato store
Grain store
A.E. Lenton Ltd
Wyberton Farm
Wyberton Road
Wyberton
Boston PE20 1BD
Main yard
Organic unit
Potato store
Low Farm
Old Fen Bank
Wainfleet St Mary
Skegness PE24 4JU
Main yard
Grain store
Croft Farm
Croft Marsh Lane
Croft
Skegness PE24 4AR
Grain store
Saracens Head Farm
Manor House Road
Saracens Head
Holbeach PE12 8AZ
Swineshead House Farm
Swineshead
Boston PE20 3PJ
Organic grain store
Contact us
Friskney
East Kirkby
Crawfords Farm
Wyberton Farm
Low Farm
Croft Farm
Saracens Head Farm
Swineshead House Farm
A.E. Lenton Group
Church End
Friskney
Boston PE22 8NE
Head office
Packhouse
Coldstore
AEL Biogas
Lancaster Business Park
East Kirkby
Spilsby PE23 4DE
Potato store
AD plant
A.E. Lenton Ltd
Crawfords Farm
Wyberton Road
Wyberton
Boston PE20 1BD
Main yard
Organic unit
Potato store
Grain store
A.E. Lenton Ltd
Wyberton Farm
Wyberton Road
Wyberton
Boston PE20 1BD
Main yard
Organic unit
Potato store
Low Farm
Old Fen Bank
Wainfleet St Mary
Skegness PE24 4JU
Main yard
Grain store
Croft Farm
Croft Marsh Lane
Croft
Skegness PE24 4AR
Grain store
Saracens Head Farm
Manor House Road
Saracens Head
Holbeach PE12 8AZ
Swineshead House Farm
Swineshead
Boston PE20 3PJ
Organic grain store
Growing for a greener future
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Growing for a greener future
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Growing for a greener future
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