Dragons’ Den TrackerWhat Happened to Sleepcatcher After Dragons’ Den?
Sleepcatcher appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2006, Series 3 Episode 3. The business was a hammock doubling as a tent. No deal was made — the Dragons decided not to invest. The company has since been dissolved.
The Pitch
Daniel Chipchase walked into the Den in 2006 with a hammock doubling as a tent. They were asking for £75,000.
Despite their best efforts, the pitch didn’t convince the Dragons to open their wallets.
The Deal
No deal was made. The Dragons weren’t persuaded to invest, and Daniel Chipchase left the Den without backing.
What Happened After the Show
Sleepcatcher did not survive long-term. The company has since been dissolved.
This is not an unusual outcome. The majority of businesses that appear on Dragons’ Den, deal or no deal, don’t make it in the long run. The show can provide a platform and capital, but it can’t substitute for a sustainable business model.
Is Sleepcatcher Still in Business?
No. Sleepcatcher is no longer in business. Based on available records, the company is dissolved.
Related Companies
If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at First Light Solutions, The Knowledge, UR-In The Paper, Itsa. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.
