Which Dragon's Den investor founded the Bannatyne Group?

Duncan Bannatyne founded the Bannatyne Group, a British health-club and leisure business.

Bannatyne built his business career across several industries before developing the group associated with health clubs, spas and hotels. The company became one of the best-known fitness chains in the United Kingdom, operating under the Bannatyne name.

He became a Dragon's Den investor in the programme's early years and was known for backing businesses with clear commercial potential. The Bannatyne Group should not be confused with Bannatyne's earlier ventures, including businesses connected with care homes and transport; the group named in this question is his leisure and fitness enterprise.