What is the name of the gym chain founded by Dragons' Den investor Duncan Bannatyne?

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Dragons' Den investor Duncan Bannatyne founded the Bannatyne Health Club chain.

The Bannatyne group operates health clubs and spas in the United Kingdom. Its facilities are associated with gyms, exercise classes, swimming and wellness services, making the chain a prominent part of Bannatyne's business career.

Bannatyne became familiar to television audiences as one of the original investors on the British version of Dragons' Den. His gravelly catchphrase and direct questioning style made him especially recognisable, while his business background included care homes, hotels and leisure operations.

The canonical name is Bannatyne Health Club, although individual venues and the wider group may use related Bannatyne branding. PureGym, Nuffield Health and David Lloyd Clubs are all real fitness or leisure brands, but none is the chain founded by Bannatyne.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Oct. 2026

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