Robin Hill has announced a change in ownership and leadership as co-owner Lee Priddle (pictured) prepares to step away from the park to focus on his other business interests.
Fellow co-owner John Smith will take full ownership of the popular Island business, with a new leadership structure supporting the park’s next chapter from December 2026.
Priddle: A real sense of achievement
Lee Priddle said,
“It has been a pleasure to be part of Robin Hill, helping to save and reestablish it as one of the Island’s favourite tourist attractions after several years of closure. I would like to thank everyone who has supported John and myself on the journey which has been incredibly rewarding for me and my family.
“I have felt a real sense of achievement, however I now need to turn my attention to my other businesses which are growing significantly and I wish John and the team every success for the future. Recent appointments have made that possible and I know that the park will continue to go from strength to strength after another incredible year.”
Smith: An exciting step
John Smith said,
“I would like to thank Lee for his incredible contribution to Robin Hill and wish him every success as he focuses on his other business interests.
“We bought the park together back in 2024 and have enjoyed every moment of working on the project over the last two years.
“Taking full ownership is an exciting step for me, and I look forward to working with Darren, James and the wider team to build on what we have achieved and develop the park’s future.”
A new leadership structure
New Managing Director, Darren Cool, will take full responsibility for the overall direction, strategy and commercial development of Robin Hill.
Current Park Manager, James Marsh, now set to join John and Darren on the Robin Hill Board as a Director to oversee the day-to-day operations.
News shared by Darren on behalf of Robin Hill. Ed
