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Widdop & Co. Address: Oldham Broadway Business Park Chadderton, England, OL9 9XE Email: sales @ widdop. co. uk Telephone: + 44 161 688 1226 Website: www. widdop. co. uk Founded in 1883, Widdop & Co. is a fifth-generation, family-run leader in the gifting industry. Headquartered in Greater Manchester, the company combines 140 years of heritage with world-class innovation, specialising in bespoke merchandise for global entertainment attractions.
Its in-house team designs over 3,000 annual products across 35 + exclusive brands, including Disney. Supported by global offices and versatile logistics( UK- delivered, Europe duty paid, FOB), Widdop & Co. seamlessly turns any retail brief into reality.
Wild Creations Address: 70 Portmanmoor Road, Cardiff CF24 5HB Email: info @ wild-creations. co. uk Telephone: + 44( 0) 29 2009 0555 Website: www. wild-creations. co. uk
Wild Creations are a creative production company specialising in the design, fabrication, and installation of imaginative environments and installations for the attractions and entertainment industries. From theme parks to immersive experiences, Wild Creations partners with industry leaders to deliver standout large-scale theming, show sets, sculpted features, and static figures that engage and inspire visitors. Combining outstanding craftsmanship with innovative production techniques, the team creates dynamic environments that bring stories to life and transform creative concepts into fully realised experiences. As a full turnkey provider, Wild Creations manages every stage of delivery in-house, from project management and technical development through to sculpting, moulding and casting, fabrication, finishing, logistics, and installation.
Yamaha Professional Audio Address: Sherbourne Dr, Tilbrook Roundabout, Milton Keynes MK7 8BL2. Email: tom. rundle @ music. yamaha. com Telephone: + 447983334367 Website: www. uk. yamaha. com / en / business / audio /
Yamaha is a globally recognized leader in audio technology, known for delivering reliable, high-performance solutions across diverse sectors including live entertainment, broadcast, corporate, and themed attractions. With decades of engineering excellence and a portfolio that includes loudspeakers, amplifiers, immersive audio systems, digital mixers, and networked audio systems, Yamaha is uniquely positioned to support the themed entertainment industry in delivering immersive, seamless audio experiences. Our solutions scale from ambient background music to complex ride-synchronized systems, all built with reliability and ease of integration in mind.
WildBrain CPLG Address: 183 Eversholt Street, Ground Floor, London, NW1 1BU Email: hello @ cplg. com Telephone: + 44 20 7631 3931 Website: www. wildbraincplg. com
WildBrain CPLG is one of the world’ s leading entertainment and brand licensing agencies, bringing together a 50-year consumer products heritage across entertainment, lifestyle and sports, with a dedicated Location-Based Entertainment division.
With over 20 offices worldwide, WildBrain CPLG represents beloved WildBrain franchises Teletubbies, Strawberry Shortcake and In the Night Garden, alongside iconic third-party brands including Peanuts, PLAYMOBIL, and Dr. Seuss.
Wild Republic Telephone: + 44( 0) 7803 147742 Email: retail @ wildrepublic. com Website: www. wr-retail. biz
Wild Republic Retail have been operating zoo, aquarium and visitor attraction shops worldwide for over 25 years.
As professional operators we deliver a high standard of customer service and an exciting and inspiring product range to satisfy visitors of all ages.
On a consultancy basis we can carry out reviews of existing retail operations, and make recommendations to improve visitor experience and spend.
From design and shop fitout, through to product sourcing and selection we can share our knowledge and experience.

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