Firm aims to sculpt new future for Hepworth Clay

A clay pipe maker has a new owner.

Hepworth Clay has been taken over by private equity firm 4D Capital Partners LLP.

Bosses say the deal – which has seen Hepworth Clay bought from Wavin Limited – will preserve “a heritage brand and realise its full potential”.

Described as the UK’s only manufacturer of vitrified clay pipes and associated fittings used for drainage purposes, Hepworth Clay has sites in Hazlehead, near Sheffield, and the East Midlands.

It also makes terracotta products for domestic flue and chimney systems.

Alex Silk, founder of 4D Capital Partners LLP, said: “We are delighted to have invested in Hepworth Clay.

“There is an excellent team in place with some exceptionally talented people who share our passion for high-quality manufacturing.”

The investment was led by Alex, Dan Newett, Daniel Hannappel and Dominic Wong.

4D Capital Partners LLP was advised by Quantuma, Shoosmiths, Dickson Minto, K3 and Ford Campbell Freedman.

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