Which Dragon's Den investor founded the leisure company now known as Bannatyne Group?

Duncan Bannatyne founded the leisure company now known as Bannatyne Group.

The Bannatyne Group developed into a major UK operator of health clubs, spas and hotels. Its founder, Duncan Bannatyne, built his business career through a series of ventures before becoming one of the investors on Dragon's Den. The group carries his surname, making the connection visible but still easy to confuse with other businesses associated with the show.

Bannatyne's Dragon's Den role brought his commercial experience to a television audience. He was known for examining whether entrepreneurs understood their figures, market and route to profit. His business interests extended beyond leisure, but the Bannatyne Group is the distinctive company most directly tied to his name.

The wording refers to the investor rather than an entrepreneur who received money on the programme. That distinction matters because Dragon's Den features both the dragons and the businesses pitching to them.