Established UK-based retailer and manufacturer supplying beekeeping equipment, hives, consumables and proprietary protective clothing to customers across the UK and internationally. The business operates through a well-established e-commerce platform alongside a physical retail and manufacturing operation.
The company has developed a strong reputation within the beekeeping sector and offers an exclusive range of sting-resistant protective clothing, alongside a comprehensive product portfolio including hives, hive components, honey extraction equipment, feeds, treatments and recurring consumable products.
Key Investment Highlights
- Established niche e-commerce and manufacturing business serving the growing beekeeping market
- Proprietary protective clothing range, providing product differentiation and enhanced margins
- Diversified revenue streams across protective clothing, hives, equipment, consumables and accessories
- Strong repeat-purchase customer base supported by recurring consumable sales
- Multi-channel operation comprising online sales, international shipping and physical retail presence
- Significant opportunity to expand within commercial pest control, trade accounts and international distribution channels
Financial Overview
- FY2025 Turnover: c. £751,000
- FY2025 Gross Profit: c. £246,000
- FY2025 Net Profit: c. £134,000
- Revenue growth from c. £370,000 in FY2020 to c. £751,000 in FY2025
- Five-year revenue CAGR of c. 15%
- Five-year cumulative net profits exceeding £580,000
Transaction Overview
The vendors are seeking offers for either:
Option A – Trade Sale Only
- Acquisition of the trading business, goodwill, proprietary brand, intellectual property, website, customer database.
- Guide Price: £600,000 (plus stock at valuation)
Option B – Business & Freehold Acquisition
- Acquisition of the entire trading business together with the freehold property, warehousing facility and retail premises
- Guide Price: £1,500,000 (plus stock at valuation)
Opportunity
An attractive acquisition opportunity for strategic trade buyers, e-commerce operators, agricultural supply groups or investors seeking a profitable, asset-backed niche retail and manufacturing business with a recognised brand, proprietary product range and proven growth trajectory.
