The weight loss community is in mourning today following the passing of Margaret Miles-Bramwell,the visionary entrepreneur who propelled Slimming World from a humble single group to a global phenomenon. With over 3,500 consultants, Miles-Bramwell’s legacy reaches far beyond her hometown of Alfreton, Derbyshire, where she established the first Slimming World group in 1969.
What began as a simple weight loss initiative in a small Derbyshire town blossomed into a powerhouse of support and transformation, helping individuals across the globe shed pounds and achieve lasting wellness. Today, Slimming World’s headquarters in Alfreton proudly employs 400 staff, a testament to Miles-Bramwell’s unwavering dedication to her company and her mission.
“Margaret had a fierce belief in doing the right thing,” recalled Slimming World’s managing director, highlighting her unwavering commitment to providing genuine support and empowering individuals on their weight loss journeys.
The weight loss community is in mourning as Margaret Miles-bramwell, a true icon in the field of health and wellness, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning in her Mallorca home at the age of 76.
Known for her infectious passion and unwavering dedication to a healthier lifestyle, mrs. Miles-Bramwell leaves behind a legacy of profound impact on countless lives. as a driving force behind the phenomenal success of Slimming World, the institution she helped establish, she empowered individuals to embrace healthier habits and achieve their weight loss goals.
Slimming World paid tribute to their beloved founder, describing Mrs. Miles-Bramwell as a “loving and much-loved” daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Managing director Lisa Salmon echoed these sentiments, highlighting Mrs. Miles-Bramwell’s remarkable leadership qualities: “Margaret steered her ship in the way she lived her life – with a generous spirit, passionate conviction, a wicked and rebellious sense of …………”
Her dedication to public health earned her the esteemed OBE honor in 2009. This prestigious award, bestowed upon her by the then-Prince of Wales, was a testament to her invaluable contributions to the well-being of the British public.