RNS Number:6569R
Hawthorn Holdings PLC
04 November 2003



                     Hawthorn Holdings plc (the "Company")


The Company notes the recent movement in its share price. Hawthorn Holdings plc
is currently a cash shell and as such is exploring options on how best to
utilise its listing, including potential reversal opportunities.


The Company has held preliminary discussions with a third party but no terms
have been agreed. As any transaction would be classified as a reverse takeover
for the purposes of the AIM Rules and given the substantial movement in the
Company's share price, for that reason, dealings in the ordinary shares will be
suspended pending the outcome of these discussions.






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