The UK broadband market has undergone dramatic consolidation since the early days of dial-up. Dozens of independent providers have been absorbed into a handful of major groups. This archive documents their history, closure dates, and who ultimately inherited their customers.
Where did they end up?
Most defunct UK broadband brands did not simply vanish — their customers were transferred to a larger group. Some arrived indirectly, through a chain of earlier owners.
Provider archive
Select a provider to read its full history.