Ducati UK to re-open Nottingham dealership in 2026
Ducati Nottingham is set to re-open its doors under new ownership in early 2026.
The East Midlands is set to gain a new Ducati dealership, with the re-opening of its Nottingham showroom, set to take place in early 2026.
The East Midlands-based dealer closed its doors back in October 2024. However, Ducati’s new agreement with the Startin Group will allow the dealership to fully re-open, with the Borgo Panigale’s entire motorcycle line-up, including its full scrambler range, set to become available.
It’s unclear if that also means Ducati’s off-road range, which includes the Desmo450 and 250 MX machines. The new Desmo450 Enduro will be available in the UK next summer.
Customers will also be able to buy Ducati apparel, accessories, and have access to its authorised Ducati Service. The dealership is not yet fully operational, according to Ducati UK, but it does already feature a selection of new and used Ducati motorcycles.
No official date for its re-opening has been confirmed, however, those details are expected to be provided very soon. The showroom will also host an official relaunch event.
New owners Startin Group currently operate 12 franchised dealerships across the West Midlands, most of which are car dealers. It also owns a luxury performance and prestige dealership in Warwick.
Tim Freeman, Managing Director at Startin Group, said this about the announcement:
"Bringing Ducati back to Nottingham is something we feel incredibly passionate about. Ducati is a brand with a strong heritage, a loyal rider base, and a real emotional connection with its customers.
“Our commitment is long-term – to invest properly in the brand, build a dealership that reflects Ducati's premium positioning, and create a hub for the Ducati community across the East Midlands. This expansion fits perfectly with our wider growth across the Midlands and our focus on delivering outstanding experiences, not just transactions."
The re-opening of its Nottingham dealership comes at a very exciting time for the Italian manufacturer, as it will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026. That will likely result in some special edition models throughout the year, not to mention it has already revealed a new fifth-generation Monster, Hypermotard V2 and Panigale V4 R.
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