Founded in 2008, Choose Leisure is Kent’s largest motorhome dealership, specialising in both new and pre-owned vehicles. The business offers an extensive range of motorhomes, including premium German brands Carthago and Malibu, Italian-built Laika & Etrvsco models, and ever popular British marques such as Auto-Sleepers and Swift.
The DMH Stallard team was led by Danos Athanasi, Corporate Partner, who acted for the buyer. He commented:
We’re absolutely thrilled to have supported David, Lisa and Charlie in this transaction and to have reached a successful completion. I wish them all the best in this exciting next chapter and look forward to seeing Choose Leisure continue to thrive.
Danos added:
As ever, this was a genuine team effort by DMH. It’s another strong example of our corporate team in Sussex handling complex M&A transaction, relying on the depth, expertise, and collaborative approach across the team. Chris, Beth, and other DMH specialists worked tirelessly across multiple workstreams to deliver a successful outcome.
Choose Leisure will continue to operate from its current location, under David, Lisa, and Charlie, along with the existing leadership team – ensuring long term continuity for its customers, employees, and partners.
Chris Gleeson, Corporate Partner at DMH Stallard, also commented:
We’re very pleased to have advised David, Lisa and Charlie on this important acquisition. The outcome reflects the strength and value of Choose Leisure in the market along with David, Lisa and Charlie’s drive to take Choose Leisure forwards. We look forward to seeing the continued success of the business.
The transaction was completed on 25 July 2025.
David Williams, Managing Director of Choose Leisure commented:
Danos and the team at DMH provided us with attentive and invaluable support and guidance throughout the process to successful completion of the MBO. We are over the moon delighted, and now looking forward to driving the business Paul and Jenny founded in 2008 to new highs alongside the senior management team.
Lisa Canning, Finance Director of Choose Leisure commented:
Danos and the team were on hand to offer support and guidance throughout the whole process. Despite this deal being a long time in the making, they were always available and helped us as much as could be asked. As a team, we are excited about the future and have a great team working with us to continue the success of the business and look forward to the next chapter of Choose Leisure.
The DMH Stallard team included Danos Athanasi, Chris Gleeson, Beth Obara, William Walsh and Nitzan Cohen.
