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Dragons' Den (UK)

Television
NameDragons' Den
GenreBusiness
Presented byEvan Davis
StarringDuncan Bannatyne
James Caan
Peter Jones
Deborah Meaden
Theo Paphitis ----Formerly
Rachel Elnaugh (Series 1-2)
Richard Farleigh (Series 3-4)
Doug Richard (Series 1-2)
Simon Woodroffe (Series 1)
ComposerJohn Watt
Country of originUnited Kingdom
LanguageEnglish
No. of series8
No. of episodes44
(As of 16 July 2009)
Production
Executive producerDominic Bird
ProducerDominic Bird
BBC Manchester
Sony Pictures
EditorHelen Bullough
LocationPinewood Studios
Running time60 minutes
Broadcast
Original channelBBC Two
BBC HD (simulcast with BBC Two, 2009-present)
Picture format576i (2005-2008)
1080i (2009-present)
First aired4 January 2005
Last airedpresent

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'Dragons' Den' is a British television series, hosted by Evan Davis, and was first broadcast on BBC Two on 4 January 2005. The format of the show is owned by Sony and is based on the original Japanese series, which has been sold around the world.

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Series 1 Series 2 Series 3 Series 4 Series 5 Series 6 Series 7 Series 8
Peter Jones
Duncan Bannatyne
Simon Woodroffe
Theo Paphitis
Rachel Elnaugh
Deborah Meaden
Doug Richard
Richard Farleigh
James Caan

Dragon No. of Investments
Peter Jones 3
Duncan Bannatyne 2
Simon Woodroffe 1
Rachel Elnaugh 4
Doug Richard 2
Series Two (6 episodes)
Peter Jones 3
Duncan Bannatyne 1
Theo Paphitis 4
Rachel Elnaugh 1
Doug Richard 0
Series Three (8 episodes)
Peter Jones 2
Duncan Bannatyne 2
Theo Paphitis 4
Deborah Meaden 4
Richard Farleigh 2
Series Four (6 episodes)
Peter Jones 4
Duncan Bannatyne 3
Theo Paphitis 5
Deborah Meaden 4
Richard Farleigh 5
Series Five (9 episodes)
Peter Jones 5
Duncan Bannatyne 4
Theo Paphitis 6
Deborah Meaden 6
James Caan 6
Series Six (8 episodes)
Peter Jones 6
Duncan Bannatyne 4
Theo Paphitis 5
Deborah Meaden 4
James Caan 5
Series Seven (7 episodes)
Peter Jones 6
Duncan Bannatyne 2
Theo Paphitis 5
Deborah Meaden 3
James Caan 4

Episode First Shown Entrepreneur(s) Company or Product Name Money requested/£ Description of Company or Product Investing Dragon(s) Website
Series One, Episode 1 4 January 2005 Charles Ejogo Umbrolly 150,000 Multimedia vending unit selling umbrellas and adverts Duncan Bannatyne & Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series One, Episode 2 11 January 2005 Tracey Grailey Grails Ltd 120,000 Tailor-made suits for businesswomen Doug Richard & Rachel Elnaugh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series One, Episode 3 18 January 2005 Tracey Herrtage Le Beanock 54,000 A beanbag hammock Rachel Elnaugh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series One, Episode 3 18 January 2005 John & Phillip Petty IV Cam 50,000 A 3D measuring system using camera technology Peter Jones and Doug Richard [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series One, Episode 4 25 January 2005 Paul Thomas Mycorrhizal Systems 75,000 Land for a truffle farm Simon Woodroffe [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series One, Episode 5 1 February 2005 Elizabeth Galton Elizabeth Galton Ltd 110,000 Custom-made jewellery Duncan Bannatyne & Rachel Elnaugh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series One, Episode 6 8 February 2005 Nik Rawcliff Snowbone 75,000 Handle attachment for snowboards Rachel Elnaugh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series One, Episode 6 8 February 2005 Hugh Gwyther Wonderland 175,000 High end fashion and culture magazine Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Two, Episode 1 15 November 2005 Dominic Killinger Square Mile 150,000 Wireless broadband supplier to UK marinas Theo Paphitis & Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Two, Episode 2 22 November 2005 Danny Bamping Bedlam Puzzles 100,000 3-D puzzles Rachel Elnaugh & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Two, Episode 3 29 November 2005 Julie White Truly Madly Baby 75,000 Unique baby products Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Two, Episode 5 13 December 2005 Paul Cockle The Generating Company 160,000 Contemporary circus shows Peter Jones & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Two, Episode 6 20 December 2005 David Lees Mode Al 225,000 Custom furniture to house technology Theo Paphitis & Duncan Bannatyne [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 1 3 August 2006 James Seddon Eggxactly 75,000 Water free egg cooker Richard Farleigh & Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 2 10 August 2006 Gary Taylor Alpine Cleaning 200,000 Franchised HGV cleaning service Deborah Meaden & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 3 17 August 2006 Matthew Hazell First Light Solutions 100,000 A sonar based man-overboard detection system Richard Farleigh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 4 24 August 2006 Ian Chamings MixAlbum 150,000 Dance download site with digital mixing software Deborah Meaden & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 5 31 August 2006 Richard Lee & Daren Duraidi Dr Cap 150,000 Chain of shops selling baseball caps Duncan Bannatyne [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 6 7 September 2006 Stephen Bellis Nuts Poker League 50,000 (But received 65,000) Pub based tournament poker league Theo Paphitis & Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 7 14 September 2006 Peter Sesay Autosafe 100,000 A seat-belt height adjuster Peter Jones & Duncan Bannatyne [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Three, Episode 8 21 September 2006 Ian Daintith & Richard Adams Coin Metrics 200,000 Technology to monitor cash operations for slot machines Deborah Meaden & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 1 7 February 2007 Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Sauce 50,000 Spicy BBQ sauce Richard Farleigh & Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 1 7 February 2007 Anthony Coates-Smith & Alistair Turner Igloo 160,000 Specialist chilled and frozen transport services Duncan Bannatyne & Richard Farleigh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 2 14 February 2007 Imran Hakim iTeddy 140,000 Classic teddy bear with integrated media technology Peter Jones & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 3 21 February 2007 Roger Hind Rotamate 85,000 A clothes airer that protects washing from the rain Deborah Meaden & Richard Farleigh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 3 21 February 2007 Denise Hutton Razzamataz 85,000 A chain of dance, drama and singing schools for children Duncan Bannatyne [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 4 28 February 2007 Christian Lane Foldio 80,000 Stationery folder that halves size of paper without creasing Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 4 28 February 2007 KC Jones Foot Deodoriser 100,000 Sanitiser that kills bacteria within shoes Deborah Meaden & Richard Farleigh [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 5 7 March 2007 Chris Haines Safe-T-First 95,000 Emergency light Deborah Meaden & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 5 7 March 2007 David Pybus Scents of Time 80,000 Perfumes from historical times which are re-created for today Peter Jones & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Four, Episode 6 21 March 2007 Peter Ensinger & David Baker Standby Saver 100,000 Device which turns off standby appliances completely All five dragons [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 1 15 October 2007 Celia Norowzian & Ian Forshew Beach Break Live 50,000 Events company Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 1 15 October 2007 Laban Roomes Midas Touch 60,000 Mobile gold plating service James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 2 22 October 2007 Sarah Lu youdoodoll 35,000 Personalizable doll Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 2 22 October 2007 Emmie Matthews & Ed Stevens Gaming Alerts 200,000 Gaming referral website Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 3 29 October 2007 Mark Champkins Concentrate Design 100,000 Products that help children at school Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 4 5 November 2007 Max McMurdo Reestore 50,000 Functional pieces of furniture from waste objects Deborah Meaden & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 4 5 November 2007 Jamie Jenkinson Cush'n'Shade 100,000 A fold-away screen that acts as a cushion and sun shade Deborah Meaden and Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 5 19 November 2007 Shane Lake and Tony Charles Hungryhouse 100,000 An online takeaway ordering service James Caan & Duncan Bannatyne [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 6 26 November 2007 Ian Helmore Steri Spray 145,000 UV Sterilising system for shower heads Deborah Meaden & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 6 26 November 2007 Mark and Eleanor Davis Caribbean Ready Meals 100,000 Caribbean ready meals made using genuine Jamaican and Trinidadian recipes James Caan & Duncan Bannatyne [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 7 3 December 2007 Sammy French Fit Fur Life 100,000 A dog treadmill James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 7 3 December 2007 Jerry Mantalvanos & Paul Merker JPM Eco Logistics 100,000 Environmentally friendly haulage company Deborah Meaden & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 8 11 December 2007 Peter Moule ElectroExpo, Chocbox 150,000 Plastic housing that protects cable connections Duncan Bannatyne and James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Five, Episode 9 18 December 2007 Amanda Jones & James Brown Red Button Design 50,000 A water transport, sanitation and storage device for the developing world All five dragons [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 1 21 July 2008 Jamie Turner Hamfatter 75,000 A music band Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 1 21 July 2008 Julia Charles & Amy Goldthorpe D4M Ltd 75,000 Events management company Duncan Bannatyne & James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 2 28 July 2008 Victoria McGrane Neurotica 56,000 (But received 75,000) Fashion designer Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 3 4 August 2008 Ming Yun Light Emotions 40,000 Glow in the dark products Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 3 4 August 2008 Michael Cotton DDN Ltd 250,000 Misfuelling prevention device Theo Paphitis and Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 4 11 August 2008 Charlotte Evans & Caroyln Jarvis Buggy Boot 80,000 Storage solution for pushchairs Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 4 11 August 2008 Andrew Harsley Rapstrap 150,000 Waste-free cable-tie Duncan Bannatyne & James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 5 18 August 2008 Neil & Laura Westwood Magic Whiteboard 100,000 Portable whiteboard in the form of a roll Theo Paphitis and Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 5 18 August 2008 Guy Unwin & Caroline Kavanagh Planit Products 200,000 Toastabags James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 6 25 August 2008 Guy Portelli Guy Portelli Sculpture Studio 70,000 (but received 80,000) Collection of 18 sculptures James Caan, Peter Jones & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 6 25 August 2008 Raymond Smith Magic Pizza 50,000 Device designed to eliminate a 'soggy middle' Theo Paphitis & Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 7 1 September 2008 Dominic Lawrence, Simeone Salik & Janice Dalton Blindsinabox Ltd 40,000 Temporary, easy to install blinds Duncan Bannatyne & James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 7 1 September 2008 Christian Richardson & Rachel Watkyn Tiny Box 53,000 Unique recycled packaging company Theo Paphitis & Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Six, Episode 8 8 September 2008 Paul Tinton ProWaste Management Services 200,000 Construction waste recycling service Duncan Bannatyne & Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 1 15 July 2009 Rupert Sweet-Escott Sweet-Escott Aviation Ltd 80,000 An aviation renewable energy supply company James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 1 15 July 2009 Steve Smith TrueCall Ltd 100,000 A device to stop nuisance phone calls Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 2 22 July 2009 Richard Enion & Michael Davis BassToneSlap 50,000 High energy drumming performance for corporate team building Peter Jones & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 2 22 July 2009 Sharon Wright Magnamole Ltd 50,000 (But received 80,000) A device to thread cables through cavity walls Duncan Bannatyne & James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 3 29 July 2009 Lawrence Webb & Frank Drewett Lid Lifters 50,000 A labour-saving device for lifting wheelie bin lids Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 3 29 July 2009 Oliver Richmond & Toby Richmond Servicing Stop 100,000 A bespoke nationwide car servicing company Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 4 5 August 2009 Tony Earnshaw & Stephen Pearsons UK Commercial Cleaning 100,000 Commercial cleaning company Duncan Bannatyne [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 4 5 August 2009 Karen O'Neill & Karen Coombes KCO Inline Ice Skating Ltd 100,000 New inline skate that allows dancers to perform ice-dancing moves on all surfaces Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 5 12 August 2009 Carol Savage MyDish.co.uk 100,000 Online community for people who love food and cooking and want to share recipes with their friends and family Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 5 12 August 2009 Jane Rafter Slinks 75,000 Sandals for every occasion: one base with a selection of interchangeable uppers Theo Paphitis & James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 6 19 August 2009 Jason Roberts Tech21 150,000 Protective cases for laptops, mobile phones etc. using a material called D30 Peter Jones & Theo Paphitis [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 7 26 August 2009 Michael Pritchard The Anyway Spray 125,000 Invention that allows every last drop of liquid to be used in multi-directional household product sprays Theo Paphitis & Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 7 26 August 2009 Kay Russell Physicool Ltd 100,000 Invention that reduces the temperature after a bandage has been applied to an injured area Deborah Meaden [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 8 2 September 2009 Michael Lea Earle's 100,000 Food truck franchise that sells hot and cold foods Peter Jones [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Seven, Episode 8 2 September 2009 David & Patti Bailey Motor Mouse 100,000 Wireless mice shaped like famous sports cars James Caan [http://www.bbc.co.uk/dragonsden/wherearetheynow/
Series Eight, Episode 1 14 July 2010 Geoff Bowen Pebble Bed Vineyard 60,000 The chance for wine lovers to rent their own vines in a vineyard Duncan Bannatyne [N/A]
Series Eight, Episode 1 14 July 2010 Kirsty Henshaw Worthenshawe's 65,000 A frozen dessert which is a dairy-free healthy alternative to ice cream Duncan Bannatyne and Peter Jones [N/A]

Dragons' Den (UK)

Presenters
Evan Davis
Dragons
CurrentDuncan Bannatyne (from series 1) * Peter Jones (from series 1) * Theo Paphitis (from series 2) * Deborah Meaden (from series 3) * James Caan (from series 5)
FormerSimon Woodroffe (series 1) * Rachel Elnaugh (series 1 �2) * Doug Richard (series 1 �2) * Richard Farleigh (series 3 �4)
Notable investments
Reggae Reggae Sauce * Extreme Fliers * Chocbox * Rapstrap * Hamfatter
Related programmes
Dragons' Den (international) * American Inventor * Tycoon * Shark Tank |



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