Tingdene Group has expanded into Scotland with the purchase of Holy Loch Marina on the west coast.
The purchase of the 250-berth marina includes indoor and outdoor hard standing and ancillary services in Sandbank.
The marina is located on the Cowal Peninsula on the Firth of Clyde in Argyll, the gateway to the West of Scotland and the Western Isles.
The marina’s history dates back to the late 1800s when it was the location of two local boat builders, Robertson’s (on the northern Holy Loch Marina site), and Morris and Lorimer (on the main site).
During World War II the site was utilised as a submarine base.
Traditional berthing and hard standing facilities
It has since been transformed into a modern-day marina and key boating destination.
In addition to the traditional berthing and hard standing facilities, the marina also works with the Scottish Forestry Commission with the TimberLINK project, providing a logging transportation service for cargo vessels.
The purchase by Tingdene Group expands its marine portfolio to 12 sites across the UK.
It marks the company’s second marina acquisition of 2025, and its first expansion into Scottish waters, broadening the group’s national footprint.
Holy Loch Marina is a natural and welcome addition to our growing marina portfolio.
Ian Collier
“Holy Loch Marina is a natural and welcome addition to our growing marina portfolio,” commented Ian Collier, managing director of Tingdene Group.
“Its stunning location, established reputation, and strong berth holder community make it an ideal fit for the group. We’re excited to continue the great work already happening here.”
The marina has been sold by the Downs family, who, after the passing of their father Matthew, made the decision to hand over the reins to a new operator who could fulfil his dreams and aspirations for the marina going forward.
Future of the marina
Former co-owner Alison explained, “Having taken over the reins from our father in recent years, my brother Stuart and I felt that it was time to move the business onto a group with a strong portfolio who would be capable of taking the marina to the next level.
“I have no doubt that Tingdene Group will be successful in this.”
Mark Lavery, associate director at Christie & Co, managed the sale process and added, “We were instructed on a confidential basis to sell Holy Loch Marina. Following a sale process, we quickly identified a suitable buyer who aligned with the seller’s ethos and hopes for the future of the marina.
“We are delighted to see Tingdene Group take on this asset and are confident it will thrive under their ownership.”
