Dragons’ Den Tracker

The Pitch

Jo Hilditch walked into the Den in 2015 with a wine crafting company. They were asking for £50,000 in exchange for 40% of the business.

The pitch landed well enough in the Den that at least one Dragon decided to back it.

The Deal

A deal was struck on the show. Deborah Meaden, Peter Jones and Sarah Willingham offered £50,000 for 40% / 35 / 20, and Jo Hilditch accepted.

It’s worth noting that Dragons’ Den deals agreed on camera often go through further negotiation off-screen. Some complete as shown; others are renegotiated or never finalise at all. The company’s subsequent trading history is the clearest indicator of what actually happened.

What Happened After the Show

British Cassis is one of those Den stories that actually lasted. Having appeared on the show back in 2015, the company has now been trading for well over a decade — an outcome that puts it ahead of the vast majority of startup ventures, let alone television pitches.

Is British Cassis Still in Business?

Yes. British Cassis appears to still be trading. Companies House records confirm the business is currently active.

Related Companies

If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at Old London Underground Company, Gumigem Ltd, Hot Diggidy Dog, Ride25. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.

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