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National Fibre

National Fibre is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre and fixed wireless broadband to homes and businesses in Manchester.

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About National Fibre

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National Fibre is an alternative network (altnet) operator delivering full fibre and fixed wireless broadband to homes and businesses in Manchester.

Independent profile snapshot

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

National Fibre is a Manchester-based independent alternative network operator delivering full-fibre (FTTP) and Fixed Wireless Access broadband to homes and businesses across Greater Manchester and the wider North West, targeting semi-urban and rural premises that commercial fibre build plans have overlooked or where wireless delivers faster time-to-connect. Registered as National Fibre Limited (Companies House 12801280, incorporated 10 August 2020) at 2-4 Wigan Road, Hindley, Wigan WN2 3BE and led by directors Stephen Alan Davies, John Dean and John Heaton, the company is classified under SIC 61200 (Wireless telecommunications activities). National Fibre is a verified UKWISPA member for 2025/26 in the Micro/Community WISP category and is a registered supplier for the Gigabit Broadband Voucher Scheme, enabling eligible premises to access subsidised funding towards connection costs. The operator is Ofcom-registered under the General Conditions of Entitlement. Trustpilot records approximately 4.3 out of 5 from 150+ reviews (as of April 2026). Contact is 0161 791 4000 or info@national-fibre.co.uk, with the primary website at national-fibre.co.uk. Prospective customers should verify current coverage directly.

Key details

Year founded2019
Parent companyIndependent
Legal name National Fibre Limited Companies House 12801280 →

Directors

Stephen Alan Davies, John Dean, John Heaton

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What stands out

  • Full fibre network
  • Fixed wireless capability
  • Business-grade service
  • Independent UK altnet

Recognition

  • National altnet infrastructure
  • Verified UKWISPA member 2025/26 (Micro/Community WISP)

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.
  • Fixed wireless

Coverage

Manchester

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If something goes wrong

Here is where National Fibre sits within the UK consumer protection framework.

Regulator
Ofcom. Sets the General Conditions that National Fibre 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 National Fibre. If you need live pricing or availability, use the postcode tool or the provider link above.

Where can I verify National Fibre's Companies House registration?
Companies House lists National Fibre Limited under company number 12801280. Open the official record using the Companies House link on this page.
What coverage note is on file for National Fibre?
Our dataset records: Manchester
Is National Fibre 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 National Fibre 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 National Fibre?
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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