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Somerset equestrian store ranked as having one of the funniest UK business names

An online equestrian store in Wellington, Somerset has been ranked as having one of the funniest small business names in the UK <i>(Image: Canva)</i>
An online equestrian store in Wellington, Somerset has been ranked as having one of the funniest small business names in the UK (Image: Canva)

An online equestrian store based in Somerset has been ranked among the top 10 funniest small business names in the UK.

Top Of the Clops, which is based in the town of Wellington, came in eighth place on the list from SME insurance provider Simply Business.

It's part of their competition which was launched to celebrate the wit, creativity, and humour of the nation’s small business owners.

Eggucation, which is based in Sheffield, came first and will receive a £2,500 grant from Simply Business, aimed at supporting its business growth.

Top 10 funniest small UK business names

The 10 funniest business names, where they are based and what they do are listed as follows:

1. Eggucation, Sheffield - Ethical school chick-hatching projects

2. It Started With a Stitch, Grimsby - Craft and embroidery specialists

3. Leaky Finders Ltd, Brixham - Locomotive engineers

4. Grout of This World, Suffolk - Tiler

5. Sweeping Beauty, Paisley - Cleaning services

6. For Paws Truly, Portsmouth - Natural dog treats

7. Pipe Down, Norwich - Heating and plumbing specialists

8. Top Of the Clops, Wellington - Online equestrian store

9. Up The Garden Bath, Huntingdon - Upcycling unwanted waste materials to garden planters

10. Herstorical Tours, Crystal Palace - Theatrical walking tours of London where women’s history is brought to life

Alan Thomas, UK CEO at Simply Business said “We’re incredibly proud to provide tailored insurance to over 800,000 creative and diverse SMEs across the UK.

"The impact that a memorable name can have on your business is incredible – our research showed that people are really warm to small businesses who have shown their personality through an imaginative name -  and Eggucation is a worthy winner of our annual competition.

“SMEs have been hit harder than most in recent years so it is nice to have an opportunity to celebrate them.

"With close to six million small businesses across the UK, they are the lifeblood of our communities and collectively provide trillions of pounds to the UK economy. It is a real pleasure to award Eggucation with a £2,500 grant to support their business journey.”