British Garden Centres, the UK’s largest family-owned garden centre group, has strengthened its portfolio with the acquisition of Hayes Garden World. The company now operates 73 centres nationwide, with eight stores joining the business since the beginning of the year.
“We are thrilled to welcome Hayes Garden World to the British Garden Centres family,” states Charles Stubbs, founder and director of British Garden Centres.“Its reputation and commitment to quality align perfectly with our values as a family-run business. We look forward to building on its strong foundations.”
Adds Martin Capell, owner of Hayes Garden World: “We are delighted to be handing the reins of Hayes over from one family to another. This is an exciting time for the business.”
Hayes Garden World, which has evolved from a small nursery into one of northern England’s key garden centres, will take the name of Hayes Garden Centrehonouring the reputation of the family-owned business. The site will remain open while undergoing a brief transition period for rebranding and restocking, and the existing team will be retained.
Top: From left to right: Martin Capell of Hayes Garden World is shown with Charles Stubbs, owner of British Garden Centres.
