We have advised Manchester-based travel agency, Sports Tours International, on the acquisition of golf tour operator, Golf Holidays Direct.

Founded in 1973 and owned by the family of BetFred chairman Fred Done, Sports Tours International is a global market leader in running and cycling travel. It has experienced year-on-year growth for the last three years, doubling in size since 2021.

The acquisition of Golf Holidays Direct forms part of its strategy to create the UK’s largest sports travel group and raise Golf Holidays Direct’s market position. Golf Holidays Direct will continue to operate from its existing headquarters in Stevenage, with founder Lewis Remington remaining in post as managing director.

Our team was led by partner and head of the Corporate Platform, Charles Glaskie, supported by corporate solicitor Harry Davies, corporate trainee solicitor Oliver Kneale and tax solicitor Rachel Palmer.

Working with Gateley Legal has been an incredibly positive experience. Charles and his team went above and beyond to deliver clear commercial advice tailored to our specific needs. Their attention to detail and unwavering commitment made them an invaluable partner in the successful completion of this transaction.
Tim Przybysz, CEO, Sports Tours International

Charles Glaskie added: “We are proud to have advised Sports Tours on the acquisition of Golf Holidays Direct. It was an excellent team effort across various specialist units which enabled us to navigate the deal through to completion within only a short timeframe. We are confident that this deal will pave the way for future success and growth for Sports Tours and we are happy to have played a part in that.”

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