Which Dragon founded the Bannatyne Group featured on Britain's Dragon's Den?

Duncan Bannatyne founded the Bannatyne Group, and he became one of the investors on Britain's Dragon's Den.

Bannatyne built his business career across several sectors, including care homes, health clubs and hotels. The Bannatyne Group became particularly associated with health clubs and spas, eventually developing a large network in the United Kingdom.

He joined the Dragon's Den panel in the programme's early years and became known for direct questioning and a willingness to challenge entrepreneurs about sales, margins and ownership. His background differed from that of Dragons who had made their fortunes primarily in retail, property or technology.

The Bannatyne Group is not the same business as Bannatyne Fitness, a phrase sometimes used informally for the group's clubs. Duncan Bannatyne's television role made his personal name familiar to viewers, but the company name comes from his surname.