British Garden Centres has announced the acquisition of Ferndale Garden Centre in North Derbyshire. The centre officially joined the group in early January and will now trade as Dronfield Garden Centre, bringing the company’s total number of sites to 74.
Ferndale Garden Centre has been a valued part of the Sheffield and North Derbyshire community since it was established in 1982. Operated by Neil and Linda Grant, alongside Helen Watson, the centre built a strong reputation for high-quality plants, expert gardening advice, friendly service, and a popular coffee shop. Known for its knowledgeable and passionate team, Ferndale is a go-to destination for gardeners across South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire. Following the owners’ retirement, British Garden Centres will continue the centre’s legacy and maintain its role at the heart of the local gardening community.
Charles Stubbs, founder and director of British Garden Centres, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome the team into the British Garden Centres family. Ferndale has long been admired for its quality and community values that align perfectly with our own. We look forward to investing in the site, supporting the team, and continuing to offer customers a truly outstanding garden centre experience.”
Neil Grant, managing director of Ferndale Garden Centre, added: “After many rewarding years building Ferndale into a thriving local hub for gardeners, Linda, Helen, and I are excited to see it join the British Garden Centres family. We have every confidence that Charles and the team will nurture the community spirit and take it to new heights as Dronfield Garden Centre.”
2025 was a year of significant expansion for British Garden Centres, with acquisitions including several former Dobbies sites – Shinfield, Gosforth, Heighley Gate, Rugby, Havant, Northampton, and Gloucester – as well as Hayes Garden World, along with continued investment across its existing estate.
The addition of Ferndale Garden Centre as Dronfield Garden Centre strengthens the group’s presence in Yorkshire and further reinforces its position as the UK’s largest family-run garden centre group.
