Bramble Foods Group, a supplier of branded ambient foods, has announced the acquisition of Whitakers Chocolates, a confectionery firm based in the UK county of North Yorkshire.
Founded in 2008 , Bramble Foods manufactures confectionery, traditional cakes, and preserves from headquarters in Market Harborough. Backed by investment firm LDC since 2022, the company’s aim is to continue to grow through strategic acquisitions.#
Commenting on the deal, Whitakers Chocolates managing director William Whitaker added: “I am delighted that Whitakers Chocolates have joined the Bramble Foods Group as it is a wonderful opportunity to share our knowledge and invest for the future together. Whilst I will always carry the immense pride and heritage we’ve built over 135 years, I recognise that now is the right time to pass on our cherished traditions to a company that can develop the business further”.
Bramble Foods managing director Tony Foster added: “We are delighted to welcome Whitakers Chocolates to the Bramble Foods Group and look forward to working with William and his team to further develop the business. Whitakers is a well-run business with a long history of producing excellent products, this coupled with a broad customer base and dedicated team of employees attracted us to the business”.
Source: LDC