Established Wholesale Fabric & Textile Business for Sale
50+ Years Trading History | Trade Customer Base | Significant Stock Holding | Seller Finance Available
Acquire a Long-Established Name in the UK Fabric Trade
An opportunity to acquire a respected wholesale fabric business with more than 50 years of trading history, an established customer base, substantial stock holdings, and valuable industry assets.
Serving trade customers across the UK, the business has built strong relationships with interior designers, upholsterers, soft furnishing manufacturers, and other textile professionals over several decades.
This is a genuine asset-backed opportunity with significant potential for growth and modernisation.
james brindley fabrics.com
Key Highlights
✔ Over 50 Years of Trading History
✔ Approximately 1,200 Trade Customers
✔ Wholesale Business Model (B2B)
✔ £200,000+ Stock Holding
✔ 25,000+ Fabric Pattern Books Included
✔ Established Industry Reputation
✔ Repeat Customer Base
✔ Significant Growth Potential
✔ Seller Finance Available (Subject to Terms)
The Business
The company operates as a wholesale supplier of fabrics and textiles to trade customers throughout the UK.
Over many years, it has developed a reputation for reliability, product knowledge, and service within the industry.
The business benefits from a loyal customer base, established supplier relationships, and a substantial inventory ready for immediate trading.
Included in the Sale
Stock & Assets
Fabric stock with an estimated value exceeding £200,000
More than 25,000 pattern books
Customer database
Supplier relationships
Business goodwill
Trading name and associated assets
The extensive pattern book collection represents a significant asset that would be difficult and costly to recreate today.
Financial Overview
Current turnover approximately £50,000 per annum.
The business is currently operating below its full potential and offers considerable opportunities for a new owner to increase sales and profitability.
Growth Opportunities
A new owner could unlock substantial value through:
Re-engaging dormant customers
Expanding national trade sales
Developing online trade ordering
Improving SEO and AI search visibility
Growing direct-to-consumer sales
Expanding product ranges
Digitalising and monetising the pattern archive
Introducing targeted marketing campaigns
The foundations are already in place; the business simply requires renewed focus and development.
Flexible Acquisition Options
The seller is prepared to consider flexible acquisition structures for suitable purchasers, including:
Partial Seller Finance
Staged Payment Arrangements
Structured Deal Options
Transition and Handover Support
Please Note: Seller finance may be available to approved purchasers; however, 100% seller finance is not available. Buyers should be able to demonstrate an appropriate deposit and/or funding capability before detailed discussions proceed.
Ideal Buyer
This opportunity may suit:
Existing fabric or textile wholesalers
Interior design supply companies
Soft furnishing businesses
E-commerce operators seeking expansion
Entrepreneurs looking for an established B2B business
Strategic buyers seeking a bolt-on acquisition
The business could be operated independently or integrated into an existing organisation.
Why This Opportunity?
Businesses with over 50 years of trading history rarely come to market.
This acquisition provides immediate access to:
An established customer base
Industry credibility
Valuable stock holdings
A substantial pattern book archive
Existing supplier relationships
Proven trading history
Building these assets from scratch would take years and require significant investment.
Reason for Sale
The owner is seeking to pass the business to a new custodian who can capitalise on its strong foundations and future growth potential.
Confidential Enquiries Invited
Serious enquiries only.
Proof of funds or an outline acquisition plan may be requested before detailed business information is released.
Summary
50+ Years Established
1,200 Trade Customers
£200,000+ Stock Included
25,000+ Pattern Books
Seller Finance Available (Deposit Required)
Significant Growth Potential
Asset-Backed Opportunity
Acquire an established wholesale network, not just a business.
A rare opportunity to own a respected name within the UK textile and fabric trade.
