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Epiris

Private equity

London · Growth–Late Stage · 33 people tracked

Also known as EPIRIS LLP

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Investment thesis

Epiris focuses on the UK and international mid-market, acquiring and transforming businesses in partnership with exceptional management teams to pursue ambitious growth strategies. The firm manages more than £2.75 billion of capital on behalf of leading private equity investors including public and private pension funds, endowments, foundations, asset managers and private investors worldwide. Its investment team originates, executes and manages deals across the UK and internationally, aiming to build great businesses that deliver outstanding returns for its investors.

Invests inSector AgnosticGlobalLondonUnited Kingdom

Source: firm website, verified Sep 29, 2026.

Stage
Growth–Late Stage
Check
$63M – $315M
HQ
London, GB
Leads rounds
Leads
Instruments
Equity
Founded
2011
AUM
$3.7B
Tracked investments
35

Team · 33 people

from the firm's website & curated
Alex Cooper-Evans· Chief Operating Partnerin
Alex Wilby· Investment Partnerin
Bill Priestley· Managing Partnerin
Charles Elkington· Partnerin
Chris Hanna· Partnerin
Ian Wood· Head of the Investment Teamin
Hugo Tanner· Investment Director
James Beart· Investment Manager
Zoe Lai· Investment Directorin
Abby Fearon· Executive Assistantin
Abigail Wise· Executive Assistantin
Alex Fortescue· In Memoriam
Amelia Lewis· Executive Assistant
Charlotte Harris· Finance Manager
Chloe Perrie· Marketing & Events Manager
Declan Doyle· Compliance Manager
Demi Ogunlela· Investment Associate
June Clark· Receptionist
Justine Hogben· Financial Analystin
Naomi Karunyanesan· Investor Relations Analystin
Rona Fernandes· Financial Controller
Scott Forbes· Investment Managerin
Steve Dennis· IT Manager

What they invest in

from 10 of 35 portfolio companies

Consumer ×5Enterprise Software ×2Hardware ×2Media & Entertainment ×2Sports Tech ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Creator Economy ×1

HQs:United Kingdom×9

Investments · 35 tracked

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Deliniandelinian.cominApr 2025✓ verified

Delinian, formerly Euromoney Institutional Investor PLC, manages a portfolio of businesses using an invest, grow, and divest strategy focused on value creation.

Media & EntertainmentLondon, GB

Co-investorsAstorg

Inchcape Shipping Servicesiss-shipping.comin𝕏✓ verified

Inchcape Shipping Services provides port agency and maritime services to ship owners and operators globally, operating 250+ offices across 61 countries with a team of over 3,100 staff.

Logistics & Supply ChainSaaS

Philippe Maezelle(Chief Executive Officer)in

Sepurasepura.comin✓ verified

Sepura designs, develops, and supplies TETRA radio communications systems for mission-critical operations used by emergency services and other organizations globally.

Deep TechDefense TechEnterprise SoftwareGovTechHardwareIoTCambridge, GB

Chris Barnes(Chief Executive Officer)inJane Farebrother(Chief Finance Officer)inPeter Hudson(Chief Technology Officer)inJohn Lewin(Chief Operating Officer)inJoe McHugh(HR Director)in

The Big Tablebigtablegroup.com✓ verified

The Big Table is a restaurant group operating around 200 sites across the UK and Ireland, including concession locations within Center Parcs villages.

Consumer

Amber Tavernsambertaverns.co.ukin𝕏

Amber Taverns operates a portfolio of around 175 community and city-centre public houses across the North West, North East, Midlands, Scotland and Wales, offering refurbished venues with branded drinks and sports broadcasting via TNT and Sky Sports.

Consumer

Audiotonixaudiotonix.comin

Audiotonix produces educational kits that combine STEM learning with audio engineering, allowing students to build a USB-powered DJ mixer and develop skills in professional audio technology and production.

Advanced ManufacturingCreator EconomyEdTechHardwareMedia & EntertainmentUK, GB

James Gordonin

Co-investorsLivingbridgeArdianPAI Partners

Club Companytheclubcompany.comin

The Club Company operates a collection of 17 country clubs across the UK offering memberships that provide access to golf courses, fitness and wellness facilities, spa services, tennis and padel courts, and hotel accommodations.

ConsumerSports TechWellness & Fitness

Daviesdavies-group.comin𝕏

Davies is a professional services and technology firm providing specialist expertise across the insurance and risk management value chain, including claims, underwriting, distribution, and digital transformation services for insurance, financial services, and highly regulated businesses.

AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareFintechInsurTechLondon, GB

Dan Saulter(CEO)in

Co-investorsBC PartnersHGGC

Hollywood Bowlhollywoodbowlgroup.com𝕏

Hollywood Bowl Group is a UK-listed entertainment company that operates bowling centers and related leisure facilities.

ConsumerSports Tech

Photoboxphotobox.co.uk

Photobox is a UK-based service that enables customers to print photographs on a range of customizable physical products, including books, wall art, cards, mugs, and calendars.

ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceLondon, GB

Graham Hobson(Founder)Mark Chapman(Founder)

Co-investorsHighland EuropeInsight PartnersHarbourVest Partners (Canada)Index Ventures

Other

Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.

AllflexAppelloAXIOCALADiamorphElianFirstPortFluid Water GroupGSFHotter ShoesInnoviaIsle Of Man Steam PacketLoneStarNucleusParkdean ResortsPortalsPure CremationRetirement BridgeSaunderson HouseSharpsSparrowsTGI FridaysTI MediaTreetops NurseriesWBS

Portfolio news

latest coverage across their companies
Davies Foundation - Davies

Davies · davies-group.com · Mar 31, 2026

Fund performance · per public LP disclosures

as of Sep 2025
FundVintageCommittedNet IRRTVPIDPI
Epiris Fund II, L.P.LPs: District of Columbia Retirement Board2018—13.4%1.57x0.73x

Source: public limited-partner disclosures (CalPERS, CalSTRS). Net IRR / TVPI / DPI as reported by the limited partner; a fund's early-year IRR is an interim estimate (J-curve).

Frequently asked questions

How many investments has Epiris made?
Epiris has 35 tracked investments, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
What stage does Epiris invest at?
Epiris invests at the Growth, Late Stage stages.
What is Epiris's typical check size?
Epiris typically writes checks of $63M – $315M.
What sectors does Epiris focus on?
Epiris focuses on Sector Agnostic.
Where is Epiris located?
Epiris is headquartered in London, GB.
Does Epiris lead rounds?
Yes, Epiris leads investment rounds.
Who does Epiris co-invest with?
Epiris most often shares deals with BC Partners, Highland Europe, Insight Partners, among 6 tracked co-investors.

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