GAIL’s Artisan Bakery
Bread, pastries & cakes
Founded in the 1990’s as a baker of premium bread products for London’s top chefs and restaurants, GAIL’s is a leading UK artisan bakery chain and vertically integrated manufacturer of premium craft baked goods. At present, the company operates 120 neighbourhood bakeries in and around London, Oxford, Brighton and beyond, serving handmade, freshly baked bread, pastries and cakes every day, as well as carefully sourced house blend specialty coffee.
Our Investment
Capdesia invested alongside Bain Capital Credit as well as entrepreneurs Henry McGovern (founder of AmRest) and Steven Winegar in September 2021 to acquire a controlling stake in GAIL’s parent company. The investment brings continuity to the business, with key management remaining in place and committed to the long-term success of the business.
