Wonderborn Acquires Three Arrows Media

The Bristol-based media group Wonderborn Studios has acquired the children’s production outfit Three Arrows Media.

Three Arrows co-produces the series The Baby Club (CBeebies), Andy and the Band (CBBC/CBeebies) and Treasure Champs (CBeebies). The deal will see Founders David Hallam and Jon Hancock remain with the company, with Three Arrows Media becoming a subsidiary brand in the wider Wonderborn group while continuing to trade under the Three Arrows banner.

Wonderborn Group CEO Toby Hughes said: “In Three Arrows Media, Jon and David have created a fantastic business and culture which aligns perfectly with the future direction of Wonderborn Studios. The focus will be to grow Three Arrows Media and invest in their capacity to create innovative and engaging children’s and family brands and content. We hope to create an even stronger business which is an even bigger success story!”

Hancock, managing director of Three Arrows, said: “When Wonderborn Studios approached us with this opportunity, it felt like exactly the right moment for us to join their expanding group and vision. There is a natural synergy and shared set of values between both companies. We are really looking forward to accelerating our plans for Three Arrows as part of the Wonderborn Studios group.”

Hallam, founding director of Three Arrows, said: “Wonderborn brings with it an expertise that will allow us to grow our brands, and we will continue to have a strong emphasis on developing and producing ground-breaking IP that will inspire and entertain young audiences around the world.”