UK's biggest toy shop chain The Entertainer handed to staff
Published: 8/11/2025

Gary Grant, founder of UK's largest toy chain The Entertainer, is transferring 100% ownership to his 1,900 workers, creating an employee trust for profit-sharing and decision-making. The family-owned business, with 160 stores across the UK, will reward staff through an employee ownership trust. Despite challenges including financial crises and pandemics, The Entertainer, known for its Christian ethos and charitable contributions, aims to preserve its family-led legacy. This shift to employee ownership ensures continuity while supporting the company's values and corporate culture.