Burts Crisps, officially known as Burts Snacks, began its journey in 1997 in Kingsbridge, Devon, England. The brand was founded by Richard Burt and his wife Linda, with a clear mission to produce high-quality, hand-cooked potato chips using locally sourced ingredients and traditional methods. This commitment to artisanal quality helped the brand quickly establish a reputation for premium snacking within the UK market.

Over the years, the company expanded its operations to Plymouth and diversified its product range to include various adventurous flavors and lentil-based snacks. While it maintained its identity as a proud Devon-based manufacturer, its success caught the attention of global food industry leaders looking to bolster their premium snack portfolios.

In early 2023, Burts was acquired by Europe Snacks, a major French-based leader in the private label savory snack market. This acquisition integrated Burts into a wider European manufacturing network while allowing the brand to maintain its British heritage and manufacturing base in Plymouth. Today, Burts continues to operate as a key premium brand under the Europe Snacks umbrella, combining its traditional hand-cooked roots with the strategic resources of an international snacks powerhouse.