Father’s Day – Sunday 15th June The best Dad’s deserve the best Father’s Day cards and that’s our aim at Card Connection. Across our two ranges we offer a selection of 60 different designs to make sure there is something suitable for every dad, everywhere! Add in our cracking male gift and bottle bags and… Read more »

Martin Cameron, Card Connection’s franchisee for Tonbridge knows a thing or two about greeting cards. Having reached the milestone of 20 years with his franchise, he’s handled literally thousands of cards across thousands of different designs. The business has changed immeasurably, from the early days supplying just small spinners to today’s extensive card range merchandised… Read more »

As Whitney Houston famously sang “The children are our future” and that’s why Card Connection have some great cards to help family and friends encourage all the nation’s children who are facing exams over the coming weeks the very best of luck.

Statistically, more birthdays fall between May to September than at any other time of the year. With all those extra birthday parties going on, Card Connection are ready to help with their range of colourful and fun party accessories. Alongside our greeting cards and gift bags and giftwrap designs, there’s everything you need to make… Read more »

This is a rare opportunity to purchase a thriving franchise territory that encompasses the stunning Pembrokeshire coastline of West Wales. Supplying and merchandising greeting cards to over 150 stores, including well know convenience store chains, as well as independent stores, you’re guaranteed an income from Day 1. Benefitting from loyal customer relationships developed over many… Read more »

Before entering the world of franchising, the journey began with a convenience store—a venture that offered valuable insights into running a business. However, the desire for a change of direction led to an unexpected inspiration. When the card merchandiser visited to stock greeting cards, the idea of a franchise business seemed intriguing. It sparked an… Read more »

Though at its heart Easter is known for its basis in religion, it has a much wider significance for everyone. Easter is a time of optimism, hope and a period of renewal, as Spring brings rebirth to the natural world.Of all the spring flowers, daffodils have become most synonymous with Spring and Easter, but for… Read more »

Martin Sweeney recently reached an impressive 20 year milestone with us. He began his Card Connection journey in December 2004 by taking on the Wakefield franchise, a Silver area. Martin’s hard work and conscientious approach made an immediate impact. Sales success followed, and it soon became apparent that he had ambitions far greater than this… Read more »

Mums do such a fantastic job for us, so at Card Connection we owe it to mums across the nation to do great job in offering just the right Mother’s Day card for every single one of them! Whether the mum in question likes a stylish, fun, cute or mushy card, their kids will always… Read more »

Harsh Upadhyay, a dedicated professional with years of experience in the convenience sector, has successfully launched his own franchise in Southampton. His journey began in 2008 when he started working as a merchandiser for his mentor, Hanish Patel our NW London Franchisee. This role provided him with invaluable insights and knowledge about the industry, laying… Read more »

Card Connection, established in 1992, proudly stands as the market leader in the franchised distribution of greeting cards across the UK and Ireland. This year, we celebrate 32 years of excellence and 28 years as a proud member of the British Franchise Association (BFA). Our franchise network, which supplies over 12,000 outlets including major national… Read more »

With 60 Card Connection designs for 2025, we’re sure we’ll always have the perfect match for that  very special person that customers are looking to share their love with.                                          

Christmas is synonymous with joy, and what better way to express this than through beautifully wrapped presents? As the festive season approaches, the tradition of gift-giving takes center stage, bringing with it the timeless charm of Christmas gift bags and wrapping. In a world where first impressions are everything, the presentation of a gift can… Read more »

As the festive season approaches, the magic of Christmas begins to unfold. It’s a time of joy, giving, and heartfelt connections. Christmas cards have been a cherished tradition for over a century. They serve as a tangible expression of love, gratitude, and well-wishes. In an age where digital communication is prevalent, the act of sending… Read more »

This Christmas, we’re once again supporting the Greeting Card Association (GCA) campaign, #Cardmitment, reminding everyone about the joy of sending and receiving cards, and continuing to enjoy them as part of the seasonal decorations in their homes! We’re also encouraging everyone to buy and send their Christmas cards by Festive Friday, this year that’s Friday… Read more »

 Card Connection have again been awarded a further 4 years re-accreditation by the British Franchise Association. This means the business has proudly enjoyed continuous membership of this important trade organisation since joining the bfa all the way back in 1995. Maintaining our standards as the number 1 greeting card supplier to the convenience sector has… Read more »

And as usual, Card Connection are ready to fulfil the nation’s Christmas card sending needs with a whole raft of   great new greeting cards. Whether it’s traditional elegance, engaging cute designs, eye-catching contemporary themes or simply a bit of festive fun, our card ranges really do offer something for everyone.

Thinking of You Week is a special week that harnesses the emotional power of greeting cards to create a wave of love, caring and happiness. Sending handwritten cards fosters positive emotions and well-being, creating a meaningful emotional connection. Taking the time to select or create a card, write a personal message,  and send it makes the… Read more »

Territory originally purchased back in 2006 by Simon’s father Bob Parker who passed away earlier this year. He ran the territory as a family affair until 2014 when Simon took over the reigns. Once Simon took over, he looked to make some changes within the business making it more efficient, this allowed for all calls… Read more »

This is a rare chance to purchase an established and thriving franchise territory that will guarantee you income from Day 1.Supplying and merchandising greeting cards to nearly 170 stores, your customers would include prestige names including Spar, BP Simply Fresh, Bestway, Nisa and Keystore, as well as Independent stores. The territory covers a roughly circular… Read more »

A varied mix of city outskirts, historic towns, interspersed by pockets of rural communities make this area a busy and interesting mix for any business owner. Stretching from the east of Greater Manchester all the way to the west of Bradford, this compact territory makes this a manageable and accessible prospect for the incoming franchisee…. Read more »

Instore has become a battleground for space, with every brand and sector trying to grab that extra inch of shelf off someone else. Space for greeting cards is becoming more and more condensed, a tough challenge considering the card options consumers want. For our customers to be able to meet the needs of their shoppers,… Read more »

As the main months of the wedding season approaches, many couples across the United Kingdom and Ireland are eagerly planning their special day. This year the UK and Ire is set to witness approximately 165,000 weddings, with August reigning as the most coveted month for nuptials. Trends and fashions may change with the years, but… Read more »

Greeting cards mark all kinds of special occasions and May 17th greeting card franchiser Card Connection marked a very special occasion at their annual conference when their top franchisees were recognised for their hard work bringing greeting cards to the public. Southern Region Winner & Franchisee of the Year – Clive JonesWell-deserved recognition not only… Read more »

Sunday 16th June is Father’s Day. It’s when we get to paise the father figures who have helped shape and influenced our lives and thank them for another year of doing all things that dads do. Card Connection have a choice of 60 brand new card designs across four price points for you can show… Read more »

With its current franchisee retiring after more than 20 years careful stewardship of this territory, the retail customer base of 82 stores will give a solid income to whoever wants to take on the task of developing this area further. With a healthy mix of busy urban and picturesque rural towns and villages, this territory… Read more »

Offered for sale is this exclusive Card Connection owned territory with a current turnover of over £114k generated from over 100 outlets. There is a good balance of National Accounts and independent stores which includes well-known brands like BP, Booker & CJ Lang to name but a few. Ayr is a town situated on the… Read more »

There’s nothing nicer than being full of the joys of spring! So why not spread a little of that good feeling to your loved ones with an uplifting Easter card from Card Connection?

If you’re looking for a franchise opportunity in the home counties, the only way is Essex!This well-established franchise territory stretches from the prime commuter towns of Bishop Stortford and Harlow in the West, through the major population centres of Chelmsford and Colchester all the way up to the to South Suffolk in the North. Here… Read more »

Sunday 10th March is Mother’s Day. A day when we get to thank our mums in some small measure for all the masses of stuff they’ve done for us. A little folded card with a nice design and some lovely sentiment goes a surprisingly long way to let them know how much we appreciate them.This… Read more »

In today’s hectic world we rarely say “I love you” nearly as often as we should. Thankfully, there’s a lovely tradition that every February 14th on Valentine’s Day, couples everywhere have the perfect excuse to make a special effort to show their love for one another. With a wide range of greeting cards that help… Read more »

If you’re considering investing in a franchise, our Norwich territory will give you a guaranteed income from Day 1. Having been run diligently by Card Connection’s longest serving franchisee who is now looking to retire, you’ll benefit from his decades of hard work in developing this area.Stretching from Hunstanton in the west, right across the… Read more »