Rockpool Investments

Rockpool Investments LLP is a London-based private equity firm established in 2011 that specializes in providing growth capital and structured finance to UK private companies. The firm focuses on investments ranging from £2 million to £10 million in profitable businesses with annual revenues of at least £3 million. Rockpool Investments offers tax-efficient investment opportunities, notably through the Enterprise Investment Scheme, allowing individuals to invest directly in private companies without the constraints associated with traditional funds. The firm typically acquires minority stakes and is involved in a range of sectors, including technology, business services, manufacturing, energy, retail, consumer, leisure, specialist engineering, and media. Rockpool Investments has a considerable track record, with its founding partners having invested over £500 million in more than 150 UK private companies.

Tom Coey

Investment Manager

Simon Collins

Investment Manager

Darran Green

Partner and Investment Committee Member

Toby Hurdle

Investment Manager

Ben Hutchinson

Investment Director

43 past transactions

Oxford Online Pharmacy

Private Equity Round in 2024
Oxford Online Pharmacy, based in Wroxton, United Kingdom, operates an online pharmacy. It provides a variety of medical treatments and products, including NHS prescriptions, erectile dysfunction medication, weight loss products, and hormone replacement therapy.

Communicate Technology

Private Equity Round in 2024
Communicate Technology is a corporation that specializes in network infrastructure, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and cloud services aimed at organizations of various sizes. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including the installation and maintenance of physical network infrastructure such as network switches, telephone systems, servers, video conferencing equipment, and wireless networks. Additionally, Communicate Technology provides fully managed IT support services, ensuring businesses remain connected and secure in an increasingly digital landscape. Their focus on accessibility and supportive judgment underpins their commitment to building reliable connections for their clients.

2i Testing

Private Equity Round in 2024
2i Testing is a specialist provider of digital quality assurance and software testing services, founded in response to demand for dedicated professionals with industry-specific knowledge within blue-chip investment and asset management firms. With a focus on the Financial Services sector, 2i has built up extensive domain expertise across various industries. The company offers test automation, agile testing, and other forms of software testing aligned with DevOps principles, aiming to accelerate project delivery by mitigating technology risks for its clients.

Harley Academy

Private Equity Round in 2024
Harley Academy is a medical education provider specialising in aesthetic medicine. It offers comprehensive training programmes focused on cosmetic procedures such as Botox, dermal fillers, and cosmetic dermatology treatments. The company aims to equip students from the medical sector with the necessary skills to pursue careers in aesthetic medicine.

Realise Energy Services

Private Equity Round in 2023
Realise Energy Services is an engineering company focused on operation and maintenance services within the wind energy sector. Operating primarily in Scotland, Northern Ireland, and across the United Kingdom, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes remote monitoring, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and asset management. Their expertise encompasses performance analysis, turbine optimization, turbine repowering, system upgrades, and retrofits, ensuring efficient and effective management of wind energy assets.

Rosetta Brands

Private Equity Round in 2022
Rosetta Brands is a B2B e-commerce company that focuses on providing businesses with comprehensive access to Amazon's vendor services, facilitating their success on the platform. The company operates an e-commerce model designed to connect brands with a fully outsourced Amazon channel across various global markets. Rosetta Brands offers a range of tailored services, including agency support, vendor partnerships, and advertising solutions, enabling clients to effectively expand their reach and enhance their presence on the world's largest online retailer.

Blume

Private Equity Round in 2021
Blume's vision is to be the UK’s intelligent customer acquisition specialist in legal services and consumer-regulated sectors.

TrustedHousesitters

Series A in 2021
TrustedHousesitters Limited is a London-based company founded in 2010 that operates a platform connecting pet owners with sitters who provide pet care in exchange for accommodation. This service allows pet owners to travel without the worry of leaving their pets behind, while sitters gain free lodging in various locations. The platform operates on a sharing economy model, facilitating a mutually beneficial arrangement where pets are cared for in their own homes by dedicated sitters. TrustedHousesitters has members in over 100 countries and has facilitated millions of pet sitting nights, resulting in significant savings on accommodation and pet care costs for its users. The company is supported by veterinarians worldwide and is backed by a team of pet and travel enthusiasts.

Acorn Maintenance Engineering

Acquisition in 2021
Acorn Engineering Group specializes in facilities services, offering a range of planned and reactive mechanical, electrical, and water treatment solutions to property owners, occupiers, and operators. The company is committed to enhancing building performance through its building management system services, which include remote monitoring and analytics. By focusing on these areas, Acorn Engineering Group aims to help clients optimize their operations, reduce energy consumption, and lower costs.

EA-RS Group

Private Equity Round in 2021
The top managers in the industry, the best engineers and their support personnel, our excellent hiring practices, and a culture of constant improvement have all contributed to the growth of our organization.

Xiatech Consulting

Private Equity Round in 2020
Xiatech Consulting Ltd. is a London-based company specializing in system integration and data analytics services. Founded in 2003, it offers a wide range of professional services, including strategy and architecture, technology due diligence, software selection, and digital transformation. The company focuses on delivering solutions in project delivery, program and portfolio management, business analysis, and testing, among others. In particular, Xiatech Consulting is noted for its expertise in omni-channel eCommerce and has developed the Single Data View Platform, a SaaS solution that enables real-time integration of systems and provides a unified view of data along with pre-built reporting and dashboards. Its services cater to various industries, including retail, financial services, and betting and gaming. Additionally, Xiatech Consulting maintains a strategic partnership with Rockpool Investments LLP to enhance its offerings.

Momentum

Private Equity Round in 2020
MomentumABM is a specialized account-based marketing consultancy that focuses on helping global businesses enhance and expand their most significant customer relationships. With a decade of experience, Momentum assists blue-chip clients in identifying and addressing key growth opportunities, driving their strategic momentum. The firm has established a reputation for delivering effective solutions in sectors such as technology, financial services, and complex industries, enabling clients to achieve growth and improve their market relevance.

Rooftop Cinema Group

Venture Round in 2019
Rooftop Film Club provides services for film screenings on the roofs of city buildings, using cutting-edge projectors, personal headphones, deck chairs, and blankets, as well as food and drinks, allowing audiences to enjoy movies under the open sky.

Boston Multi Family Office

Private Equity Round in 2019
Boston Multi Family Office, established in 2002 and based in Douglas, United Kingdom, serves a global network of entrepreneurial clients. As a multi-family office, it offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to families and businesses, including family business succession planning, fiduciary services, financial and tax accounting, and trust and estate planning. The firm operates under the Boston Group of Companies and is managed by an experienced executive team dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its clients.

Boston Multi Family Office

Acquisition in 2019
Boston Multi Family Office, established in 2002 and based in Douglas, United Kingdom, serves a global network of entrepreneurial clients. As a multi-family office, it offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to families and businesses, including family business succession planning, fiduciary services, financial and tax accounting, and trust and estate planning. The firm operates under the Boston Group of Companies and is managed by an experienced executive team dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its clients.

Datum

Acquisition in 2019
Datum provides advanced stainless steel foils for the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) industry and the first supplier to guarantee a 2% gauge tolerance. In the UK ,datum are also the supplier of nickel and nickel plated tags used in the manufacture of battery packs.

TrustedHousesitters

Private Equity Round in 2018
TrustedHousesitters Limited is a London-based company founded in 2010 that operates a platform connecting pet owners with sitters who provide pet care in exchange for accommodation. This service allows pet owners to travel without the worry of leaving their pets behind, while sitters gain free lodging in various locations. The platform operates on a sharing economy model, facilitating a mutually beneficial arrangement where pets are cared for in their own homes by dedicated sitters. TrustedHousesitters has members in over 100 countries and has facilitated millions of pet sitting nights, resulting in significant savings on accommodation and pet care costs for its users. The company is supported by veterinarians worldwide and is backed by a team of pet and travel enthusiasts.

Primrose

Acquisition in 2018
Primrose is an online retail platform based in Reading, England, specializing in garden and outdoor leisure products. The company offers a diverse range of items designed to enhance outdoor spaces, including water features, planters, garden screening products, outdoor furniture, awnings, greenhouses, outdoor heating solutions, shade sails, and pest control items. Additionally, Primrose provides various decorative elements such as marquees, outdoor clocks, and willow and hazel hurdles, catering to both practical gardening needs and aesthetic preferences. Through its extensive product selection, Primrose aims to support customers in creating and personalizing their ideal outdoor environments.

Smyle

Acquisition in 2018
Smyle is a creative agency that specializes in video production and content creation services for clients worldwide. The company connects brands and audiences through live and digital experiences, offering a comprehensive range of services that includes event and project management, technical production, graphic and 3D design, post-production, scenic design and build, as well as logistics and delegate management. With a focus on digital activations, Smyle employs in-house teams and equipment to help clients from various sectors effectively host and organize projects that enhance brand visibility and engagement.

Creative Car Park

Private Equity Round in 2017
Creative Car Park Ltd., established in 2005 and headquartered in London, specializes in car park management services across the United Kingdom. The company offers a range of solutions including automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) parking systems, car park permit systems, pay-and-display parking, physical patrols by wardens, and self-ticketing options. Serving diverse sectors such as education facilities, council services, hotels, retail parks, supermarkets, and transport locations, Creative Car Park aims to provide ethical and effective parking enforcement solutions tailored to clients' needs.

Pretty Green

Venture Round in 2017
Pretty Green is a UK-based men's clothing label founded in 2009, known for its music-inspired designs that draw heavily from rock and roll culture and the influence of its founder, Liam Gallagher. The company manufactures and retails a range of apparel, including shirts, coats, jackets, footwear, and accessories, catering to the tastes of modern consumers while maintaining a timeless aesthetic. With a focus on strong British heritage, Pretty Green operates through a network of retail and online stores, offering simple yet stylish clothing that appeals to those seeking classic pieces with a contemporary twist.

Wearwell

Private Equity Round in 2017
Wearwell (UK) Ltd specializes in the design and innovation of workwear and personal protective equipment (PPE) for various workplaces, including factory floors, oil rigs, kitchens, and engine rooms. The company manufactures and distributes a diverse range of protective clothing and wearable garments, crafted from different fabrics to meet the needs of various industries. By focusing on quality and durability, Wearwell aims to provide effective protective solutions that enhance the safety and comfort of workers in demanding environments.

Wear to Work Solutions

Private Equity Round in 2017
Wear to Work Solutions is a British designer and manufacturer of high quality technical workwear catering to most industrial needs.

Cotswold Collections

Acquisition in 2017
Cotswold Collections Group Limited is a designer and retailer of women's clothing and accessories based in Cheltenham, United Kingdom. The company specializes in offering a diverse range of products, including dresses, skirts, trousers, tops, coats, jackets, nightwear, and Italian handmade accessories, catering specifically to affluent older women. With an in-house design team experienced in creating styles that complement a mature female figure, Cotswold Collections emphasizes classic British design and high-quality materials. The company has successfully operated for over 20 years, utilizing direct retail channels such as mail order catalogues, online platforms, and telephone sales to reach its large and loyal customer base. Cotswold Collections is committed to delivering garments made from natural fibers, aligning with the preferences of its clientele.

Urban Village Pub

Private Equity Round in 2017
Urban Village Pub is a company that owns and operates a portfolio of both freehold and leasehold pubs across England. The organization focuses on enhancing the value of its establishments through operational improvements and the strategic re-positioning of food and drink offerings to attract a diverse customer base. By prioritizing quality service and innovative dining experiences, Urban Village Pub aims to create inviting environments that resonate with local communities.

Hartley Botanic

Private Equity Round in 2016
Hartley Botanic is a manufacturer of aluminium glasshouses, offering a range of Victorian-style and traditional greenhouses as well as bespoke glasshouse structures.

Hydralectric Group

Acquisition in 2016
Hydralectric Group Ltd. is a UK-based manufacturer and supplier specializing in flexible hoses, solenoid valves, pumps, and water control products primarily for original equipment manufacturer (OEM) clients. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Byfleet, the company designs and produces a range of products, including mains potable water hoses, heating and cooling systems, and various solenoid valves suitable for hot and cold water applications. Its offerings also include isolation valves, backflow prevention devices, flow meters, and pumps. Hydralectric Group provides comprehensive services that encompass solution design, product sourcing, supply chain management, and customer support, catering to diverse sectors such as building services, plumbing, healthcare, and catering equipment.

Knomo

Series A in 2016
Knomo is a retailer specializing in the manufacture and sale of functional bags and accessories for both men and women. Their product range includes backpacks, business bags, totes, laptop cases, travel bags, trolleys, briefcases, and messenger bags. The company has garnered attention from various celebrities, including Pippa Middleton, Samuel L Jackson, Jim Carrey, Kelly Rowland, McFly, Example, JLS, Jonathan Saunders, Frankie from 'The Saturdays', Richard Branson, and Jamie Oliver.

Expolink Europe

Acquisition in 2016
Expolink Europe Ltd. is a company based in Chippenham, United Kingdom, specializing in confidential whistleblowing hotlines and contact center services. Founded in 1995, it offers incident and case management software tailored for companies, government departments, and small to medium-sized enterprises worldwide. As a provider of outsourced services, Expolink focuses on ensuring confidentiality and security for its clients, facilitating the reporting of incidents and managing related processes effectively. The company operates as a subsidiary of NAVEX Global, Inc. since June 2019.

Expolink Europe

Private Equity Round in 2016
Expolink Europe Ltd. is a company based in Chippenham, United Kingdom, specializing in confidential whistleblowing hotlines and contact center services. Founded in 1995, it offers incident and case management software tailored for companies, government departments, and small to medium-sized enterprises worldwide. As a provider of outsourced services, Expolink focuses on ensuring confidentiality and security for its clients, facilitating the reporting of incidents and managing related processes effectively. The company operates as a subsidiary of NAVEX Global, Inc. since June 2019.

Outright Games

Private Equity Round in 2016
Outright Games Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in the development and global publication of branded computer video games aimed at children. Founded in 2016, the company creates family-friendly titles featuring well-known characters from popular franchises such as Jumanji, Ice Age, Dragons, and Adventure Time. Their games are available on multiple platforms, including Windows PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. As a subsidiary of ExWorks Capital, LLC, Outright Games focuses on bringing engaging stories and characters to life, providing entertaining gaming experiences for young audiences. The company also has additional offices in Los Angeles and Madrid.

Salus Services

Private Equity Round in 2015
Salus Services offers a complete range of high quality, service orientated storage solutions to both commercial and personal customers.

Mountune

Private Equity Round in 2015
Mountune is a privately held company that designs & manufacturers performance engineered parts for Focus ST, RS, Fiesta ST.

Epic Pub

Private Equity Round in 2015
Epic Pub is a privately held company that own and operate gastropubs.

Bertram Nursery Group

Debt Financing in 2014
Bertram Nursery Group Ltd is a UK-based company that operates nurseries and out-of-school care centers, catering to local families and communities. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Edinburgh, it has multiple locations across cities including Aberdeen, Banchory, Dundee, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester, and Shropshire. The company provides a range of services aimed at fostering child development, including speech and language therapy, and various classes such as swimming, dance, music, gymnastics, horse riding, and yoga. Additionally, Bertram Nursery Group offers e-learning journals, enabling parents to track their child's daily activities and progress at nursery.

Silent Edge

Funding Round in 2014
Silent Edge Limited, established in 2002 and headquartered in Tunbridge Wells, UK, specializes in evaluating and developing sales talent. The company offers objective evaluation services, tailored skills workshops, and sustainability learning sets to enhance sales performance and talent management strategies across various sectors such as financial services, media, telecoms, pharmaceuticals, and contact centers. With over 450 competency frameworks developed since its inception, Silent Edge has proven expertise in identifying skill gaps and driving organizational improvement through evidence-based measurement and evaluation.

Aegis Data

Private Equity Round in 2014
Aegis Data operates state-of-the-art data centers located in Godalming, Surrey, offering a highly resilient and optimized environment for various IT services. The company specializes in data colocation, disaster recovery, business continuity, data center migration, and high-performance computing solutions. Aegis Data is committed to providing critical IT support while ensuring significant cooling efficiencies across diverse power densities. With the capability for IT consolidation and growth, the company caters to a range of clients, including notable firms such as IBM, Next Connex, Ramsac, and Sunspeed Transport Services.

Airedale Group

Acquisition in 2013
Airedale Group specializes in designing, manufacturing, and supplying commercial kitchen equipment tailored for food retail settings. The company provides a comprehensive range of catering equipment, including stainless steel items such as chef’s counters, dishwash tables, and hot cupboards. In addition to equipment, Airedale Group offers a variety of catering and dining furniture, from outdoor furniture to indoor seating and tables suitable for diverse environments such as schools, hotels, cafes, and conference centers. The company also focuses on ventilation systems and provides extensive services encompassing kitchen facility design, fabrication, installation, and ongoing maintenance. By catering to independent operators and public bodies alike, Airedale Group enables clients to effectively manage their food retail operations.

Airedale Group

Private Equity Round in 2013
Airedale Group specializes in designing, manufacturing, and supplying commercial kitchen equipment tailored for food retail settings. The company provides a comprehensive range of catering equipment, including stainless steel items such as chef’s counters, dishwash tables, and hot cupboards. In addition to equipment, Airedale Group offers a variety of catering and dining furniture, from outdoor furniture to indoor seating and tables suitable for diverse environments such as schools, hotels, cafes, and conference centers. The company also focuses on ventilation systems and provides extensive services encompassing kitchen facility design, fabrication, installation, and ongoing maintenance. By catering to independent operators and public bodies alike, Airedale Group enables clients to effectively manage their food retail operations.

Rivington Construction

Private Equity Round in 2013
Rivington Construction is a specialist contractor in the care home market.

Kirkleatham Memorial Park and Crematorium

Acquisition in 2013
Kirkleatham Memorial Park and Crematorium offers cremation, natural burial and traditional burial.

Sorogold Street

Private Equity Round in 2012
Sorogold Street is a privately held company that provides supported living bungalows.
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