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.
Thorne, Carter & Aspen
A knock on the door opened up an opportunity for two well-established local property firms to build a future together. Angus Watson, Director at letting agents Aspen Property Management Ltd in Cullompton, Devon, was working in his office when John Parkin, a director at nearby estate agency Thorne and Carter called in to ask about
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Woodlands Retreats
At Westcotts we go the extra mile to share our expertise and advice with our clients, and none more so than for our long-standing client, Woodlands Retreats. Woodlands Retreats is a holiday property management company, run by Director Paul Crang (pictured above on left) and his family. The agency manages beautifully refurbished luxury properties that
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Waterhouse Electrical & Engineering Services
We launched the Westcotts Business Resilience and Protection Service to provide clients with access to a range of financial and legal advice to make their businesses more robust. One business owner who has already benefited from the depth and breadth of our financial planning expertise is Paul Waterhouse. Paul has achieved a small revolution in the
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Whistl Fulfilment (South West) Ltd
Success Story – Whistl Fulfilment (South West) Ltd When the three owners of Clientbase Fulfilment Ltd were planning its future direction, it was the business advisers at Westcotts that they turned to for expert advice. Angus Dick, Robert Smeddle and David Fanous, the three founding major shareholders, had been long-standing clients of the largest independent
23/11/22
We spend time getting to know our clients so that we can offer them the right advice and help them to flourish
With over 280 team members including 32 partners and 15 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.
Iain Andrews
Kelly Davies
Adam Croney
Sheldon Cole
Andrew Brown
David Cresswell
Stuart Carrington
Shona Godefroy
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Whoever you are, wherever you are, whatever
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Insights
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Scrambling support for Devon’s Classic Motorbike Club
Scrambling support for Devon’s Classic Motorbike Club Devon’s Classic Motorbike Scramble Club held its first big event of the year recently and Westcotts was there in full force to show its support for the high-adrenaline day out. Terry Burdon, a long-standing client, and chairman of the Scramble Club reached out to Westcotts for sponsorship, after
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Charities: Time to get your house in order?
Charities: Time to get your house in order? It goes without saying that it is an incredibly busy time of year for many charities in the South West, as they get all their information together ready to send across to their accountant or independent examiner. As the year-end has recently passed for a significant number
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Two key promotions for Westcotts’ Plymouth management team
Two key promotions for Westcotts’ Plymouth management team We have announced the promotion of two members from our Plymouth office. Tax manager Sean Bolter is now a director at Westcotts and accounts senior Paul Maddock becomes a manager. The two colleagues joined the firm within months of each other and have since enjoyed working together
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Westcotts forging international connections
Westcotts forging international connections Westcotts is one of more than 300 companies across the world working together with PrimeGlobal to deliver the best possible service for their clients. Here, Westcotts Managing Partner Shona Godefroy explains what it means to be part of PrimeGlobal, the Association of Advisory and Accounting Firms… As a leading regional firm,
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How to exit your business
Welcome to our discussion with Patrick Tigwell and Alison Watts, where we’ll be exploring the key factors to keep in mind when planning an exit from your business. During this conversation, you can expect to gain valuable insights on the importance of having an exit strategy, the optimal time to start thinking about it, and
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A chat with Young Devon
We are thrilled to sponsor the Young Devon, Run Devon challenge, a yearly event that promotes health and well being among youth in Devon, UK, while raising awareness and funds for the incredible work of Young Devon. Here, Andy Moreman, Young Devon Chief Executive Officer, explains more.
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Maximising tax benefits: Understanding Relevant Life Insurance for SMEs
Maximising tax benefits: Understanding Relevant Life Insurance for SMEs As a business owner, you might be aware of the tax breaks that can help you save money. However, according to a survey of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)*, 75% of them have not heard of Relevant Life, a legitimate tax break that can protect your
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The updated pension annual allowances for NHS professionals – still a need to be careful?
The updated pension annual allowances for NHS professionals – still a need to be careful? Good News News in the spring budget about the updated lifetime and annual allowances have been largely welcomed by those saving for retirement, especially people working in public services, such as the NHS. Westcotts advises many medical professionals at all
02/05/23
