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LilaConnect

LilaConnect is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre broadband to homes and businesses in North West England.

★★★★☆ 4.3 / 5
2148 reviews on Trustpilot Last verified: 04/05/2026
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About LilaConnect

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LilaConnect is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre broadband to homes and businesses in North West England.

Independent profile snapshot

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

LilaConnect is a Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme-focused alternative network operator delivering own-built full-fibre (FTTP) gigabit broadband to homes and businesses across the North West Midlands (Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, and surrounding Staffordshire and Cheshire communities), part of the wider Freedom Fibre group. Registered as LilaConnect Limited (Companies House 12264109, incorporated 16 October 2019) at One, St Peter's Square, Manchester M2 3DE and led by directors Nathan Alan Vautier and Darren John Woods (shared leadership with parent Freedom Fibre), the company is classified under SIC 62030 and is part of the Equitix/InfraBridge-backed Freedom Fibre group. LilaConnect operates its own FTTP network in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme and surrounding Potteries market towns, combining own-build infrastructure with access to Freedom Fibre's wider North West England footprint. The operator subscribes to the Communications Ombudsman Alternative Dispute Resolution scheme for customer complaints. Trustpilot records 4.4 out of 5 from 2,108 reviews (as of April 2026). Contact 0800 955 6670 or support@lilaconnect.co.uk, with the primary website at lilaconnect.co.uk.

Key details

Year founded2019
ADR schemeCommunications Ombudsman
Parent companyFreedom Fibre Limited
Legal name LilaConnect Limited Companies House 12264109 →

Directors

Mr Nathan Alan Vautier, Darren John Woods

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What stands out

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

Technologies on file

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

Coverage

North West England

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If something goes wrong

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

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that LilaConnect must follow.
Complaints
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
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 LilaConnect. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify LilaConnect's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists LilaConnect Limited under company number 12264109. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What Trustpilot figures does this directory show for LilaConnect?
Our directory captured Trustpilot as 4.3 out of 5 with 2148 reviews. Snapshot date in our directory: 04/05/2026. Trustpilot updates live; use the Trustpilot link on this page for the current score.
What coverage note is on file for LilaConnect?
Our dataset records: North West England
Is LilaConnect 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: verified. That reflects our internal checks against the sources linked on this page, not a government endorsement.
Does this directory flag LilaConnect 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.
Which dispute resolution scheme does this directory list for LilaConnect?
Communications Ombudsman. The Communications Ombudsman is a free, Ofcom-approved dispute resolution scheme. After eight weeks with an unresolved complaint, you can escalate for an independent decision.
Does this directory record One Touch Switch for LilaConnect?
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/

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