Which company did Duncan Bannatyne establish as his fitness-club chain?

Duncan Bannatyne established the Bannatyne Fitness chain of health clubs.

Bannatyne expanded into the fitness industry after building businesses in other sectors, including care homes. His health-club group developed across the United Kingdom and offered gym facilities, exercise classes, health and beauty services, and in some locations spa facilities.

The business is commonly referred to as Bannatyne Health Clubs or Bannatyne Fitness, with the Bannatyne brand appearing on clubs across Britain. It became one of the most recognisable parts of Bannatyne’s business portfolio.

Bannatyne was an investor on Dragons’ Den for several series after the show began in the UK. The chain should not be confused with PureGym or David Lloyd Clubs, which are separate fitness businesses with their own founders and ownership histories.