Our Story
Northern & Shell is a pioneering group that became a significant force in British and worldwide media, with a major UK television broadcaster alongside a portfolio of national newspapers and celebrity magazines.

Northern & Shell was founded in 1974. With roots in the publishing industry, the group has experienced over four decades of expansion and became a significant force in British and worldwide media with a major UK television broadcaster and a portfolio of national newspapers and celebrity magazines. Over the years, the group has refocussed its activities towards property development, supporting innovative companies with venture capital and raising money for good causes through its lottery management activities.

Westferry Printworks
Westferry Printworks
Creating a vibrant new waterfront neighbourhood with open spaces and great community and leisure amenities, near Canary Wharf.
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The Health Lottery
The Health Lottery
The Health Lottery launched in October 2011 and raises money to support local health related good causes throughout Great Britain.
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N&S Ventures
N&S Ventures
Founded in 2014, Northern & Shell Ventures supports innovative start-ups that can benefit from enhanced media exposure.
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