£8.3M
The funding round was led by Puma Private Equity with participation from Active Partners and Gresham House Ventures to expand international operations.
TravelLocal
TravelLocal provides an online marketplace connecting travellers directly with local experts for bespoke holidays.
£21.3MTotal raised
TravelLocal operates a global online platform that connects holidaymakers directly with vetted local travel experts to arrange bespoke itineraries. The business combines flexible online booking with full consumer financial protection and a focus on sustainable tourism.
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Founders
Huw Owen
Huw co-founded Hawkfield Partners and previously co-founded TravelLocal. His earlier career includes commercial and regional management roles in travel alongside consultancy work.
LinkedInInvestors
- £8.3M
- £8.0M
- £5.0M
Funding history
£8.0M
Channel 4 backs TravelLocal through its Commercial Growth Fund alongside existing investors Active Partners and Gresham House Ventures.
£5.0M
The funding round was led by Active Partners to support international expansion and market share growth.