When the Gibson family began exploring the next stage of their entrepreneurial journey, they turned to Swinburne Maddison to help guide the sale of their rapidly expanding fragrance group, Noted Aromas Ltd, SE Retail Ltd and Malton Holdings Limited. What followed was one of the North East’s most significant private equity transactions of recent years, […]
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A Legacy of Leisure: Supporting Ramside Estates’ Expansive Journey
From a ten-bedroom country house hotel to a sprawling hospitality empire, Ramside Estates has become a cornerstone of the North East’s leisure and tourism scene. With a portfolio that includes luxury hotels, quirky bars, fine dining, championship golf and even treehouses, Ramside is all about good times, done properly. Swinburne Maddison has been proud to […]
A Taste Revolution: Supporting Zen Group’s Culinary Journey
Zen Group, founded by entrepreneurs Sam Gadd and Zak Newton, is a vibrant hospitality collective bringing global flavours to the heart of Durham. With a shared passion for food, culture, and community, their venues – Zen, Tango, The Rabbit Hole, and Whitechurch – have become much-loved favourites among locals and visitors alike. Known for their […]
A Legacy of Trust: Supporting Durham Cathedral through the Years
Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most iconic religious buildings in the UK, has stood as a beacon of faith, history, and architecture for over 900 years. While its spiritual and cultural significance is timeless, the Cathedral has also embraced the evolving needs of the modern world, balancing heritage with […]
Building the Future of Padel Tennis in the North East
True Padel is at the heart of one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. Founded in 2023 and based in Durham, True Padel quickly established itself as the North East’s leading name in Padel Tennis. Their flagship facility in Durham, the region’s largest indoor premium padel venue, set the standard for the sport in […]
Breathing New Life into a Historic Landmark – The Bridge Hotel Vaults
The Bridge Hotel Vaults, a Grade II listed building on Sunderland’s High Street West, has a storied past dating back to 1792. Once a vibrant pub and hotel that hosted historical figures such as Charles Dickens and Ulysses S. Grant, the building had spent the past 30 years as office space before falling into disuse. […]
