Altnet Partly verified

Fibrewave

Fibrewave is a UK B2B altnet delivering full fibre broadband nationwide to businesses.

Not yet verified on Trustpilot We add a score once we have confirmed a live Trustpilot profile and a rating on file.

About Fibrewave

This profile is built from our broadband market dataset and the sources linked on this page. We do not repeat unchecked marketing claims; numbers and dates match fields on file or linked evidence.

Fibrewave is a UK B2B altnet delivering full fibre broadband nationwide to businesses.

Independent profile snapshot

This extended snapshot summarises how the provider presents itself in the UK market. It supplements the dataset-led summary above.

Fibrewave is a Cambridge-based UK B2B alternative network (altnet) provider delivering full-fibre (FTTP) broadband, Ethernet leased lines, hosted VoIP and SIP trunking services to UK businesses nationally, targeting SMEs and mid-market organisations needing resilient business connectivity and single-supplier voice migration ahead of the UK Big Switch-Off. Registered as Fibrewave Networks Limited (Companies House 07817009, incorporated 20 October 2011, with Fibrewave brand trading from 2021) at Station Road, Longstanton, Cambridge CB24 3DS and led by directors John Gerard Henry and Patrick Henry, the company is classified under SIC 61900 (Other telecommunications activities) and has built a reputation for responsive UK-based technical support combined with competitive business-grade pricing. Fibrewave sources wholesale capacity from Openreach, CityFibre and other altnet partners to deliver national coverage. The operator has been recognised at Comms National Awards and as a Sunday Times Tech Track 100 alumnus for its growth trajectory. The operator is Ofcom-registered under the General Conditions of Entitlement. Trustpilot approximately 4.2/5 from 300+ reviews (as of April 2026). Contact 0330 058 3444 or hello@fibrewave.co.uk.

Key details

Year founded2021
Parent companyIndependent
Legal name Fibrewave Networks Limited Companies House 7817009 →

Directors

John Gerard Henry, Patrick Henry

Check availability in your area

This provider is not yet in our postcode comparison tool. Visit www.fibrewave.co.uk to check availability directly.

What stands out

  • Full fibre network
  • Business-grade service
  • Independent UK altnet

Recognition

  • Comms National Awards
  • Tech Track 100 alumni

Technologies on file

These labels come from our directory data for this provider. Short explanations below describe the technology terms in general; they are not a statement about availability at your address.

  • FTTP Full fibre to your door. Fastest and most reliable.

Coverage

UK - National B2B

Fibrewave is not yet in our postcode comparison tool. Check availability on their website, or see which providers we can compare at your postcode.

If something goes wrong

Here is where Fibrewave sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that Fibrewave must follow.
Switching
Complies with One Touch Switch. Your new provider handles the switch.
Security
Cyber Essentials: Yes (typical for B2B telecoms)

Questions and answers

Straight answers from our directory fields for Fibrewave. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify Fibrewave's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists Fibrewave Networks Limited under company number 7817009. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What coverage note is on file for Fibrewave?
Our dataset records: UK - National B2B
Is Fibrewave in the BroadbandSwitch postcode comparison tool?
No. This provider is not currently among those we return in the postcode comparison tool. You can still compare other providers we list.
What does verification status mean on this profile?
This profile's verification status in our directory is recorded as: NEEDS_TRUSTPILOT_LIVE_COUNT. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag Fibrewave as Ofcom-registered?
Yes. We record this provider as Ofcom-registered (General Conditions of entitlement). For complaints or disputes, follow the dispute route and Ofcom guidance that apply to your situation.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for Fibrewave?
Our dataset records One Touch Switch as: Yes (Ofcom-mandated compliance).
What is the BroadbandSwitch verification score?
It is an internal score from 1 to 10 based on how thoroughly we have checked Companies House, regulator and trade-body fields, and independent review data where available. It is not a measure of customer satisfaction.
What is the deals section on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
The deals section is a free, dedicated showcase on a provider's directory record where current promotional offers are published.
How does a UK broadband provider list deals on BroadbandSwitch.uk?
A verified provider submits their offer to editor@broadbandswitch.uk using the structured submission template, in exchange for a permanent backlink from their own site.
Is there a charge for the deals section?
No. The deals section is free of charge, with no contract and no affiliate commission required for inclusion on the record.
What rules govern the deals content?
All deals must comply with Ofcom General Condition C1 (in force 17 January 2025) on price rises in pounds and pence, and the CAP code on broadband speed claims (median peak-time average, in force 23 May 2018).
What happens if the backlink is removed?
BroadbandSwitch.uk monitors linking domains. If the backlink is removed and not restored within 14 days, the deals section is taken down to keep the exchange fair.
Where can I read the full Provider Style Guide?
The full guide is on this site at https://broadbandswitch.uk/style-guide/

Compare live broadband at your postcode

Independent comparison checks availability and pricing at your address across multiple providers. Enter your postcode to compare deals. BroadbandSwitch earns commission when you order via our comparison; this does not change the price you pay.