A well-known Cotswold garden centre has secured its future and safeguarded 29 jobs after a sale was completed shortly after the business entered administration.
Brett Barton and David Meldrum of bk plus Limited were appointed Joint Administrators of Leaf Creative Design Limited on Friday 27 February 2026.
Immediately following their appointment, and after a focused marketing and negotiation process, the business and its assets were sold to Blue Diamond, the UK’s largest garden centre group by turnover. The company reports annual revenues of more than £400 million and operates 53 garden centres nationwide.
The transaction ensures the continuation of the business and provides stability for employees, customers and suppliers while allowing the site to move forward under new ownership.
Leaf Creative had established itself as a recognised destination garden centre in the Cotswolds, known for its premium retail offering, distinctive product range and strong local customer base. While the wider UK retail sector continues to face challenging trading conditions, the strength of the brand and the loyalty of its customers made the business an attractive opportunity for a national operator.
Blue Diamond recognised the potential of the site and plans to invest in the garden centre while working alongside the existing team. With the backing of the group, the business is well positioned to build on the foundations already in place and further develop its offering for the local community.
Brett Barton, Insolvency Partner at bk plus, said “We are delighted to have completed this sale, which not only secures the future of 29 employees but also places the business in the hands of a highly respected national operator. Blue Diamond’s interest underlines the quality of Leaf Creative and its strong prospects for the future.”
The sale allows the garden centre to continue trading with the support of an established national group while maintaining its presence within the Cotswolds retail landscape.
The Joint Administrators were advised by HCR Legal LLP and AMS, while the purchaser was advised by HCB Solicitors.