Advising Bramble Foods Group on the acquisition of Whitakers Chocolates

We have advised Bramble Foods Group Limited on the acquisition of the entire share capital of Whitakers Chocolates Limited.

Based in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, Bramble Foods has been a supplier of branded ambient foods since 2008. It has been backed by private equity house LDC since 2022.

Whitakers Chocolates is a major player in the British chocolate-making industry, with a rich history spanning 135 years. Whitakers is Bramble’s longest-standing supplier, having worked together for over 40 years, and the acquisition represents an opportunity for both businesses to invest in a future of organic growth.

Our team was led by partner and national head of corporate Beth Mather, supported by corporate senior associate William Bowler and corporate solicitor Joe Girgis, with support from a wider team spanning real estate, tax, banking, pensions, regulatory, IP, commercial and employment.

William Bowler added: “We are proud to have advised Bramble Foods on its acquisition of Whitakers Chocolates. The acquisition represents a significant step for both companies and demonstrates the positive impact of LDC’s ongoing backing. The transaction marks the significant growth of a local business in the East Midlands and it’s great to have played a role in Bramble’s acquisitive growth strategy.”