Harrison Leisure has acquired the Ardlui Resort on Loch Lomond off the guide price of over £7m, marking the group’s second acquisition this year and taking its KU portfolio to 11 parks.
The deal follows Harrison Leisure’s acquisition of Crofthead Holiday Park in Ayr in January and reflects what the firm described as ongoing plans for expansion across the sector.
Prior to the sale, Ardlui Resort had been in the same family ownership since 1978 and has changed hands only once in its reported 250-year history.
The resort comprises a 96-pitch holiday park, a 12-bedroom hotel and a 100-berth marina with further moorings on the loch.
Richard Moss, head of UK parks agency at Colliers, who handled the sale, said: “Ardlui benefits from being set in an iconic and world-renowned location on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, which provides an incredible foundation for a holiday and hospitality business.
“We are delighted to have been able to assist the clients with their retirement plans and fully expect the Harrison Leisure to enjoy great success through the continuation of the existing business, alongside a programme of modernisation at one of Scotland’s best locations.”
William Harrison, director of Harrison Leisure, said: “We are absolutely thrilled that Ardlui Holiday Park and Marina on the shores of Loch Lomond is now part of the Harrison Holidays family. It boasts a hotel, bar, restaurant, lodges, glamping and an incredible marina with water sports right on the loch. This one’s special. Truly breathtaking. This is the kind of place where families create memories that last forever.”
Former owner Brian Squires, who bought the hotel in 1978, added: “We’ve had a lovely life looking after this corner of the Loch and sharing it with visitors and guests. I’m pleased that this legacy will be continued by Harrison Leisure, who has the same attitude and ethos to looking after the area as we have. We wish them the best of luck for the future.”
