Lomond completes sixth London acquisition

Lomond’s acquisitive mission is showing no signs of abating when it comes to the Capital’s marketplace this year. Following in the footsteps of Chase Evans, Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, Hamnett & Ganpot, Vantage and Draker, is the group’s latest purchase of Putney-based lettings specialist agency, Glenthorne Properties.

Acquisitions

Acquisitions fuel our ambition to shape the future of property services across the UK.

Lomond’s acquisitions team partner with lettings and sales business owners ready to sell, using strategic acquisitions as a catalyst for regional growth. Each deal helps unlock new markets, expand local presence and strengthen our network.

Acquisitions since 2021

Enterprise value

Deals from Heads of Terms to Completion

Our Brands

Our history: shaping our future with strategic growth

This timeline highlights the key acquisitions that have driven our expansion and strengthened our position in the property industry.

2010

Company launched under Lomond Capital.

2013

We acquired Thornley Groves – our first official acquisition putting a footprint on the North-West.

2014

We further grew across the Midlands, South Coast and Yorkshire; forming brands of John Shepherd, Brand Vaughan and Dale Eddison.

2018

Linley & Simpson secures £10m growth investment from LDC. Lomond Capital and Linley & Simpson later partner to form a portfolio of over 20,000 properties.

We buy brilliant businesses of all shapes and sizes

Selling to Lomond means joining a respected regional partnership with deep sector expertise. Whether you're looking for a clean exit or continued involvement, we can look to tailor each deal to suit your goals. Our management teams understand the nuances of your market and our experiences help maximise returns for you as a vendor.

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Case studies

This section dives into our standout success stories that demonstrate how we transform opportunities into tangible success.

Charters Estate Agents

Driving rapid growth through strategic regional mergers.

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Uni2 Rent

Powering growth through a focused move into student lettings.

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DJ Alexander

Strengthening a market-leading position in Scotland with our support.

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The M&A process behind the progress

Every step of our M&A journey is designed to create smooth transitions, lasting partnerships and meaningful growth.

Setting the groundwork: we assess the value of your business using a framework focused on performance, potential and strategic fit. Once aligned, we draft Heads of Terms to outline the deal before due diligence begins.

Gathering insights: structured data review, specialist assessments and coordinated Q&A to identify risks and opportunities.

Finalising the framework: drafting agreements, negotiating terms and aligning on disclosures and legal protections.

Reaching alignment: internal business case submission, board approvals, document execution and funding completion.

How we support our partners

Tailored support and a partnership built for long-term success.

Systems

We’ve invested in cutting-edge technology to enhance your business operations.

Support

From day one, Lomond provides central, professional support throughout your journey.

People

Staff will benefit from our group-wide HR system, along with employee benefits and rewards through LomondLife.

"We’re here to support you at every stage of the acquisition journey."

Benjamin, Project Manager

Joining Lomond through acquisition? You're in good company

We’ve learned a lot about what works, and what doesn’t, when welcoming new businesses into Lomond. You won’t be left to figure it out on your own. Our friendly, dedicated integration team will work closely with you to bring your people, systems and processes together with ours. They’ll help you and your team feel at home quickly, so you can experience the very best of life at Lomond.

Life at Lomond

Lomond has been announced as a Sunday Times Best Places to Work, for the second year in a row!

Lomond Quarterly Insights Q3 2025

Lomond completes sixth London acquisition

Celebrating 3 Years at Lomond HQ!

Lomond has been announced as a Sunday Times Best Places to Work, for the second year in a row!

Lomond Quarterly Insights Q3 2025

Lomond completes sixth London acquisition

Celebrating 3 Years at Lomond HQ!

Building a stronger network through smart acquisitions

Acquisitions

Acquisitions fuel our ambition to shape the future of property services across the UK.

Our history: shaping our future with strategic growth

We buy brilliant businesses of all shapes and sizes

Case studies

Charters Estate Agents

Uni2 Rent

DJ Alexander

Miles & Barr

Victoria Princewill

Keeley Child

Katie Ridley

The M&A process behind the progress