We value relationships above all else.
With hundreds of experienced and talented team members with a wide range of specialisms, we’re always on hand to give clear, calm and expert advice.
And once a client walks through any of our doors, they enter a world of opportunity, expertise and potential, providing the South West with access to large firm expertise underpinned by local knowledge.
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Lowton Stud Showjumpers case study
Client Story – Lowton Stud Showjumpers When the Bratt family trio wanted to start up a Stud and showjumping business in Devon, the Westcotts team were on hand to support their journey. In 2019, daughter Alex Bratt was looking to turn her wealth of experience in producing showjumping horses for sport and sale, into her
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Forest Glade Holiday Park
Client Story – Forest Glade Holiday Park The Westcotts team, led by Mandy French (Partner at Westcotts) have been providing accountancy support to the Forest Glade Holiday Park family business for over five years. From preparing partnership accounts and personal tax returns to helping with grant funding during Covid-19, Mandy has always been at the
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S&B Cinemas
Client Spotlight – S&B Cinemas In 2022, Pat and Beryl Scott, the Directors of S&B Cinemas, added a third venue to their repertoire with the official opening of the Avenue Cinema in Minehead. Having dreamt of owning a cinema since he was a child, Pat was able to realise his dream for the third time,
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Kids in Action
Client Story – Kids in Action Westcotts have been looking after Kids in Action for more than two years, and previously Ellie’s Haven for over a decade, prior to their merger. The Westcotts team supported Ellie’s Haven with their accountancy needs since the charity was formed in 2007 including systems implementation, VAT reclaim on the
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We spend time getting to know our clients so that we can offer them the right advice and help them to flourish
With over 300 team members including 34 partners and 10 directors, we have a wealth of knowledge and experience. Some have backgrounds in major international accounting firms, others are drawn from other leading regional firms, and of course, we have our own home grown talent too.
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Whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever
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Insights
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Westcotts expands audit expertise with appointment of new Head of Audit in Exeter
Westcotts expands audit expertise with appointment of new Head of Audit in Exeter Westcotts has appointed Tim Pingree as Head of Audit in our Exeter office, further strengthening the firm’s audit and assurance expertise to support SMEs and organisations across the region. Tim is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) with nearly 20 years’ experience at
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Budget & Business Update Seminar 2025
Budget & Business Update Seminar 2025 We are pleased to invite you to join us for a morning designed to support finance professionals and business owners with the latest budget and business insights and practical advice. Our experts will cover the key budget announcements alongside a range of tax topics and forthcoming changes, providing practical
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Taxation of United Nations Pensioners in the UK
Taxation of United Nations Pensioners in the UK An update to clarify new rules that may apply to those recently retired or retiring, who have spent significant recent time overseas. Before I discuss these new rules, it is useful to recap on the current taxation rules for UK resident individuals receiving a pension from the
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Expect further inheritance tax changes to be announced in the Autumn Budget
Expect further inheritance tax changes to be announced in the Autumn Budget Looking ahead to the Autumn Budget in November, further changes to inheritance tax (IHT) seem increasingly likely as the government is widely predicted to look to this as a means of helping bridge the gap between tax revenue and spending. For individuals considering
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Celebrating National Payroll Week at Westcotts
Celebrating National Payroll Week at Westcotts To round off National Payroll Week and our 40th anniversary celebrations, we’re celebrating the people at the heart of payroll. In this final episode, Liz Marker and Jake Elms are joined by Partner Sean Bolter and our newest apprentice, Ben, to reflect on the week, share team experiences, and
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Exploring Payroll – Future
Exploring Payroll – Future In this episode of our Payroll Week series, Liz Marker and Jake Elms look ahead to the future of payroll. From the upcoming shift to payrolling benefits in kind to possible pension reforms and legislative changes, they discuss what businesses need to prepare for. Liz and Jake share practical insights on
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Exploring Payroll – Present
Exploring Payroll – Present As part of our National Payroll Week and 40th anniversary celebrations, our payroll specialists take a closer look at payroll today. From compliance and legislation to the day-to-day challenges faced by businesses, this episode highlights how our team supports clients with accurate, reliable and stress-free payroll services. With a dedicated team
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