Card Factory plc

Card Factory plc is a leading UK-based specialist retailer of greeting cards, gifts, and celebration essentials. Founded in 1997 by Dean and Janet Hoyle in Wakefield, the company began with discounted greeting cards sold directly to consumers and has grown into a market leader serving customers across the UK and Ireland through over 1,090 stores, alongside expanding digital channels including its website and mobile apps. Card Factory plc distinguishes itself with a vertically integrated model that encompasses in-house design, manufacturing, and retail, enabling high-quality products at competitive prices while offering exclusive ranges, personalization options, and services like Click & Collect and event reminders. The company holds top positions for breadth of range, trust, and value among UK card and gift retailers, with FY24 revenue reaching £542.5 million and employing over 10,500 colleagues. It extends reach internationally via franchises and wholesale partnerships in regions like Australia, South Africa, and the Middle East, and recently acquired Funky Pigeon to strengthen its online presence. Card Factory plc supports Macmillan Cancer Support, having raised over £6 million, underscoring its community role in making celebrations accessible for all occasions and budgets.