The BTHA is pleased to announce that two special awards have been presented to long-serving toy retailers Vernon Franklin, who received a BTHA Golden Teddy and Philip Kaye, who received a BTHA Special Recognition Award. The awards were presented by Toymaster Managing Director Yogi Parmar, on behalf of the BTHA during a recent Toymaster regional event. With a combined length of service to the toy industry of more than 120 years, both were commended on their dedicated service to the industry through toy retail, commitment to their customers, trustworthiness within their companies and their humility.
Posted: 9 October 2025
B-Corp, Popcorn Kitchen has launched its eagerly anticipated alliance with the Farm Retail Association, a leading light within the UK's bustling farm shop movement and a prominent voice within today's vibrant indie shopping sector.
In July 2025, The Farm Retail Association launched its ambitious #morethanfood movement geared specifically at raising awareness for real food, better ingredients, supporting the UK's blossoming farm shop community and the local food economy, whilst taking a stand against ultra-processed foods and mundane flavours.
Today, ever greater numbers of food enthusiasts choose to pro-actively shop locally, supporting best-in-class suppliers, whilst enjoying a truly immersive, hands-on shopping experience that's so very different from a typical supermarket outing.
Posted: 6 October 2025
As the iconic darts game show Bullseye prepares to make its triumphant return to ITV, Bullseye licensing agent Bulldog Licensing has announced an equally impressive boost for the Bullseye brand as it welcomes no fewer than four new licensees – with many more on the way.
The newest partners for the top-scoring brand are Rose Marketing for chocolate gifting and confectionery gifting, Blues Group for dress-up and dress-up accessories, Themed.co.uk for wall stickers, murals, prints and LED wall art, and Penguin Michael Joseph for an Official Bullseye Quiz Book.
Rose Marketing, a company that brings novelty and fun to confectionery, is planning a licensing and brand partnership that will bring Bullseye to a fabulous selection of themed sweets for confectionery fans of all ages.
Posted: 29 September 2025
The UK's fastest-growing founder-led businesses have been revealed in the highly prestigious FEBE Growth 100.
Now in its fourth year, the ranking celebrates the people building the fastest-growing British businesses where founders remain at the helm. But it isn't just a list. It's a community. A celebration. A snapshot of the energy, ambition, and resilience that define the UK entrepreneurial scene. Founders on this list are making an impact, and FEBE is proud to champion them.
Freckleface, based in Lincolnshire, has earned a spot on the prestigious list with a 40 percent CAGR and, notably, with co-founder Noah being its youngest member.
Posted: 22 September 2025
In a Global Distribution Agreement, Hansen Games, Gift and Toy Company have partnered with University Games, granting them exclusive worldwide rights to distribute the complete Hansen product range.
The Hansen range includes Hoberman Spheres, Fame Master models, handheld electronic games, Hansen-branded classic games, and a variety of distributed games and dolls. Select Hansen lines will be included in the 2026 University Games UK Catalogue, and available early 2026 in the UK.
Bob Moog, President of University Games and John Hansen III, CEO of the John N. Hansen Company, jointly announced the global distribution agreement.
This agreement positions University Games to be a full-service supplier for board games, electronic games and puzzles.
Posted: 17 September 2025