Hays Travel has strengthened its UK retail network with the acquisition of Millington Travel, a Leicester-based agency chain operating 14 branches across the Midlands. The purchase marks the company’s fourth acquisition this year, following deals for Spears Travel, Victoria Travel Group, and Polka Dot Travel.
Millington Travel, established in 1972, has been a long-standing independent brand in the region. Under the ownership of Nick Bland and Nigel Armitage since 2005, the business has built a strong reputation in leisure and corporate travel services. Both directors will now exit the company as Hays integrates Millington’s operations into its expanding portfolio.
The acquisition will retain all existing Millington Travel employees, and Hays has confirmed that branch operations will continue as normal. The move further consolidates Hays’ position as the UK’s largest independent travel agency, adding to its growing presence in key regional markets and reinforcing its commitment to maintaining local expertise within a national framework.
