Dragons’ Den TrackerWhat Happened to Spider Grab Rake After Dragons’ Den?
Spider Grab Rake appeared on Dragons’ Den in 2007, Series 4 Episode 2. The business was a garden rake with multiple grips. No deal was made — the Dragons decided not to invest. The company was dissolved in 2017.
The Pitch
John Darlington walked into the Den in 2007 with a garden rake with multiple grips. They were asking for £100,000.
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 John Darlington left the Den without backing.
What Happened After the Show
Spider Grab Rake did not survive long-term. The company was dissolved in 2017, some 10 years after the pitch.
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 Spider Grab Rake Still in Business?
No. Spider Grab Rake is no longer in business. Based on available records, the company is dissolved (2017).
Related Companies
If you’re curious about other businesses from the same episode, you might also want to look at iTeddy, Lings Cars, Tapanyaki Grill, Orthotic Group Gait. Each has its own story of what happened after the Den.
