The Club Company, which owns one of the largest chains of country clubs in the UK, has recently announced that it is looking to sell the business. The company, which operates 17 sites across England, has hired investment bank DC Advisory to oversee the sale process. The private equity firm Epiris, which acquired The Club Company in 2018, has decided to move forward with this decision.
Currently, informal conversations with potential buyers are already in progress, although specific details regarding the interested parties have not been disclosed. Additionally, there has been no mention of the valuation for the business as of yet. The Club Company’s portfolio includes prestigious golf clubs such as Nizels in Kent, Woodbury Park in Devon, Castle Royle in Berkshire, and Chartham Park in West Sussex. These clubs offer championship-standard golf courses, health and fitness facilities, bars, restaurants, and accommodation.
With a combined membership of over 40,000 individuals, The Club Company owns most of its venues outright or on a long leasehold basis. In the six years since Epiris acquired the company, they have successfully added four new clubs to their portfolio. These include Cams Hall, High Leigh Park, Chesfield Downs, and the most recent acquisition, Greetham Valley, which was purchased in May of this year. The Club Company has been expanding its presence and offerings within the UK.
Despite the decision to sell the business, The Club Company has not issued any official statement regarding the proposed sale. As the process moves forward, it will be interesting to see how potential buyers respond to the opportunity to acquire one of the leading chains of country clubs in the UK. The future owner of The Club Company will inherit a well-established business with a strong reputation and a dedicated membership base. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting development in the world of UK country clubs.
