Investing in the North East and Scotland

In the last decade:

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18 Investments
£400m Amount invested
£1.4bn Combined enterprise value of investments
139% Average EBITDA growth of businesses exited
192% Average enterprise value growth of businesses exited
£409m Proceeds generated by exited investments
2.5x Average returns generated by exited investments

LDC supports ambitious businesses across the North East and Scotland, partnering with management teams in cities including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Gateshead, Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Our local team brings deep regional insight and extensive investment experience, helping companies accelerate growth and build long‑term value.

In 2025, we were proud to be named ‘Private Equity Firm of the Year’ at the North East Dealmaker Awards. We’re equally committed to the communities we live and work in, supporting the Dragonfly Cancer Trust, a Newcastle‑based charity, and The Greggs Foundation in Scotland.

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What really attracted us to LDC was the breadth of sectors they invest into and the relationship we had built with Gareth Marshall. We thank LDC for their guidance, which has supported the business through a very exciting period of growth and development.”

Ben Ridgway, Co-Founder
iamproperty

Meet the Team

We live and work in the North East and Scotland – and build trusted relationships from day one.

Latest News

The latest updates and news from across the North East and Scotland.

Success Stories

Our case studies – how the team in the North East and Scotland have helped our portfolio companies to grow.

North East & Scotland Team

Get in Touch

We are always happy to meet ambitious business leaders, so contact your local LDC team to start a conversation.

LDC in Newcastle

50 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6AE

+44 (0)191 235 3000

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LDC in Edinburgh

The Mound, Edinburgh EH1 1YZ

+44 (0)7341 076 564

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