Which BBC Dragon's Den investor was the founder of the leisure company Bannatyne Group?

Duncan Bannatyne founded the Bannatyne Group, a leisure business that became associated with health clubs, spas and hotels.

Bannatyne built his business career after working in several industries and expanding into health and fitness. The Bannatyne Group developed into one of the UK's prominent leisure operators, with clubs and spa facilities in locations across Britain.

He joined the original Dragon's Den panel when the BBC programme launched in 2005. His direct, questioning style made him one of the most recognisable early investors, and his name is often linked with fitness and leisure entrepreneurship.

The Bannatyne Group is distinct from Bannatyne's earlier businesses and charitable work. It is also unrelated to fellow Dragon Peter Jones's retail and technology ventures, even though both men were prominent members of the original panel.