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Acquisition RequirementBW000538

Chilled or frozen foods business wanted in Northern England

Food & Drink ManufacturingChilled & Frozen Foods

A UK trade buyer is seeking a majority stake in a chilled or frozen foods business in Northern England, with annual turnover of £5m to £10m. Confidential approaches from owners or advisers are welcomed.

  • Majority stake
  • Northern England
  • £5m to £10m turnover

Acquisition at a glance

Reference BW000538

Acquisition criteria

Reference
BW000538
Status
Active Requirement
Sector
Food & Drink Manufacturing
Sub-sector
Chilled & Frozen Foods
Last reviewed
13 July 2026
Target turnover
£5m to £10m
Target location
Northern England
Acquisition intent
Bolt-on acquisition
Acquisition type
Majority stake

Buyer and transaction readiness

Buyer type
Trade buyer
Buyer origin
UK
Acquirer scale
Multi-acquisition group
Funding position
Equity committed with debt available
Decision readiness
Actively seeking and ready to transact
Transaction experience
Five plus completed acquisitions
Execution capability
In-house M&A capability with advisers

Geographic focus

Target location preference
Northern England

Full description

A UK trade buyer is seeking a majority stake in a chilled or frozen foods business in Northern England.

The target should have annual turnover of £5m to £10m. The search is focused on suitable businesses operating in Northern England.

Owners of suitable businesses, or advisers acting on their behalf, are invited to make confidential contact.

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Chilled & Frozen Foods

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