Hospitality

The Ardgowan Hotel is a 3-star hotel located in the heart of St Andrews, within walking distance of the University of St Andrews and the world-famous Old Course; The capital from OakNorth Bank was used to assist with the acquisition of the hotel by Wirefox, a real estate investment and development company, with a growing […]

  The Challenge Zetland Capital focuses on investing in mid-market European special situations across a wide range of sectors with a focus on tangible assets. Its portfolio of pubs is operated by Portobello Starboard, the pub operating company led by industry heavyweight Mark Crowther. With pubs being some of the worst-hit businesses by the pandemic, […]

  The Challenge Founded in early 2020 by seasoned hotelier Hector Ross, The Signet Collection is a visionary British hospitality brand that creates extraordinary boutique hotels in memorable locations. With UK staycations remaining popular, the hotel group required a trusted lender operating in the hospitality sector, to fund their next project. Opportunity & Outcomes We […]

Since its launch in 2011, Red Oak Taverns has invested heavily in its pubs and offered flexible terms to its tenant partners.

A leading property business founded by entrepreneur Alex Shamas and joint venture partner Boscalt Hospitality needed an experienced partner to support its next project: converting one of London’s most famous landmarks.

In July 2020, OakNorth Bank provided a £3.7M CBILS loan to Ottolenghi to help cover working capital throughout the pandemic; In the months following the first UK lockdown, the company expanded its online shop with dinner boxes, prepare at home meal kits, and a tableware licensing deal; In May 2021, Ottolenghi moved its production unit […]