British Garden Centres, the UK’s largest family-owned garden centre group, has announced the acquisition of St Bridget Nurseries in Exeter. In a significant move for the brand, the site– which will be renamed Exeter Garden Centre – marks the retailer’s 80th site.
This milestone follows an exceptionally strong start to 2026 for the business. The addition of Exeter Garden Centre comes hot on the heels of a rapid expansion period, which has seen Dronfield, Grantham, Pepper Hill, Staplehurst, Knaresborough, and Alton welcomed into the portfolio earlier this year.
St Bridget Nurseries has been a staple of the Exeter area since 1925, serving the local community for more than 100 years. From just an acre of land in 1925, it has grown to about 100 acres under the Langdon family, and is currently run by fourth-generation owner Tammy Falloon. Known for growing and selling quality plants, the Sidmouth Road site fits perfectly into British Garden Centres’ portfolio of community-focused, plant-led destinations.
Charles Stubbs, founder and director at British Garden Centres, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome the Exeter team into the British Garden Centres family. Reaching our 80th centre is a momentous occasion for us, and we couldn’t be prouder. St Bridget Nurseries has a wonderful history, and as it transitions to Exeter Garden Centre, we intend to uphold and build upon its reputation for excellence while carrying on the family-led values that make it such a great store for the community.”
Tammy Falloon added: “St Bridget Garden Centre has been in my family for 101 years, and after 20 years at the helm, the time has come for me to pass our beloved family business on to another family to see it through the next century.
“Charles, Robert, Phillippa and Amy Stubbs bring the experience, energy and vision needed to take the company to the next level. This transition represents an exciting new chapter, embracing new opportunities for growth and innovation while continuing to offer customers first-class service and building on our strong foundation.
“Thank you to all our supporters for your custom over the years and to our great team, present and past, who have worked with us to build the company. It’s been an honour to lead our team and serve you all, and I will always carry immense pride in what we have achieved together.”