Cambridge & Counties Bank has delivered a bespoke, multi-million-pound funding solution to support the expansion of the Rossington Hall Group of Companies, led by a long-standing client with a proven track record in the UK property and leisure sectors.
The facility enabled the acquisition of the prestigious Rossington Hall and its associated Estate in Bawtry, South Yorkshire — a luxury wedding and conference venue with a strong operational foundation and established customer base, along with an Estate of over 150 acres. The transaction follows a prior refinancing deal of one of the client’s other group asset, which was completed in a record seven working days, underlining the bank’s ability to fast-track funding where appropriate.
The client, experienced property investor Jason Cooper, has worked with Cambridge & Counties Bank across multiple ventures since 2014. The Bank now supports numerous facilities for Jason and the group.
Jason Cooper said:
“This is a strategic acquisition that builds on the already successful hospitality offering that Craig Dowie and I have created, that in turn, allows us to launch The Crown Bawtry Collection. The team at Cambridge & Counties Bank understood our vision from the outset and moved quickly to make it happen. Their relationship-led approach and ability to deliver at pace made all the difference.”
The Rossington Hall Hotel site brings together accommodation, events, and leisure under one roof, with the acquisition seen as a natural extension of the Crown Bawtry Collection’s existing portfolio of The Crown Hotel, Bawtry and the award winning Bawtry Hall. The deal was structured to reflect the strength of the underlying asset and the client’s long-term operational success.
Rossington Hall Estates also provides office accommodation to various local operators with secure parking, while all options are being considered as to how best take the 150 acres of parkland forward.
Marco Brice, Head of Direct Business at Cambridge & Counties Bank, added:
“We’re proud to support Jason, Craig and the Rossington Hall Group of Companies once again. This transaction is a classic example of our tailored lending model and the Bank’s values in action — combining speed, flexibility, and thorough understanding of the property and customer. Completing the earlier Crown Hotel Bawtry deal in just seven working days was a standout moment for myself and the Bank, as it paved the way for this exciting next step.”
Doncaster is entering a dynamic new chapter, with a wave of investment and the re opening of the airport, reshaping the region’s residential, commercial, and leisure landscape. At the heart of this transformation is the Rossington Hall Group of Companies and The Crown Bawtry Collection, whose vision and leadership continue to play a pivotal role in driving progress and unlocking new opportunities for hospitality and leisure in the area.