Epiris
Private equityLondon · 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.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 29, 2026.
Team · 33 people
from the firm's website & curatedWhat they invest in
from 10 of 35 portfolio companiesConsumer ×5Enterprise Software ×2Hardware ×2Media & Entertainment ×2Sports Tech ×2Advanced Manufacturing ×1AI & Machine Learning ×1Creator Economy ×1
HQs:United Kingdom×9
Investments · 35 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathInchcape 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
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 Table is a restaurant group operating around 200 sites across the UK and Ireland, including concession locations within Center Parcs villages.
Consumer
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
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
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
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 Bowl Group is a UK-listed entertainment company that operates bowling centers and related leisure facilities.
ConsumerSports Tech
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 companiesDavies · davies-group.com · Mar 31, 2026
Fund performance · per public LP disclosures
as of Sep 2025| Fund | Vintage | Committed | Net IRR | TVPI | DPI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epiris Fund II, L.P.LPs: District of Columbia Retirement Board | 2018 | — | 13.4% | 1.57x | 0.73x |
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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