A UK leading firm of
Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers

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.

  • Far Frontiers Travel

    Client Story: Far Frontiers Travel Far Frontiers Travel, run by Fiona Brijnath, is a bespoke travel company which offers personal travel experiences, operating from offices based in an idyllic rural setting within Dartmoor National Park in Devon. Four years ago, Fiona was looking for a local accountancy firm that was approachable, jargon free and which offered a personal

    20/03/24
  • The Inclusivity Group

    Client Story: The Inclusivity Group A corporate group committed to revolutionising support services for disabled and deaf people has been launched with the help of expert advice from Westcotts. Three South West firms – Complete Communication, Complete Training, and Complete Independence – have joined forces to become The Inclusivity Group.   The Plymouth-based company provides

    23/02/24
  • Bang & Olufsen

    Client Story: Bang & Olufsen It looked (and sounded) like the perfect opportunity – running a high-end audio-visual store in a busy city centre. Matt Dibley decided to become a retail partner at Bang & Olufsen back in 2012. Since then, he has run the luxury brand’s shop in Exeter, which is full of the

    15/01/24
  • Rathkenny Stud

    Client Spotlight – Rathkenny Stud In March 2023, Gordon and Amie achieved their dream and launched Rathkenny Stud, an Equestrian Centre based in Bondleigh, Near North Tawton, Devon. Named after Gordon’s mothers winning horse, who was a championship showjumper, Rathkenny Stud was the culmination of years of study and hard work.     Gordon and

    14/12/23

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Audit & Assurance

Our truly partner-led approach to audit and assurance covers a wide range of engagements and is tailored to the individual needs of your organisation.

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Accounting & Compliance

We can help you with bookkeeping, forecasting and management accounts as well as offering a comprehensive end of year account service.

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Tax

Our experts can advise on all matters of personal tax, business taxation and compliance, VAT, trusts and stamp duty and more.

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Advisory

Whether you are starting up, or a seasoned trader, we can offer advice every step of the way. We can help to improve your processes, incorporating, or planning the next big step, such as an acquisition or your exit.

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Digital Services

We’re here to help you go digital. From helping you comply with the Government’s Making Tax Digital scheme, to cloud accounting and accounting software.

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Payroll

Outsourcing your payroll frees up valuable administrative resources in your business and gives you access to a wealth of experience and expert payroll knowledge.

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Financial Planning

Our team of experts can advise on pensions, retirement, insurance, wealth management, estate planning and more.

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Business Recovery & Insolvency

Our team are qualified to advise and give the best options on business recovery & insolvency, personal debt or bankruptcy, liquidations and more.

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Meet our experts across the South West

With over 280 team members including 35 partners and 8 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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Insights

  • Barnstaple and Holsworthy teams walk 16 miles for charity

    Barnstaple and Holsworthy teams walk 16 miles for charity Earlier this month the Barnstaple and Holsworthy office colleagues embarked on a 16 mile walk in aid of Spark UK. The sponsored walk saw 9 colleagues walk from Barnstaple to Ilfracombe in just over five hours. Spark UK is this year’s nominated charity for the Westcotts

    18/07/24
  • Estate planning and taxes: What you need to know

    Estate planning and taxes: What you need to know Estate planning is a crucial aspect of financial management allowing you to manage and preserve your wealth during your lifetime. It also helps you to efficiently transfer your assets to your beneficiaries after death. Understanding the intricacies of estate planning can help you minimise tax liabilities

    16/07/24
  • Financial benefits and strategies of sustainable tourism

    Financial benefits and strategies of sustainable tourism At a time when environmental considerations are becoming a priority for many people, sustainable tourism has seen an increase in popularity. It is more important than ever for businesses to consider how to operate in a more sustainable way. It is very easy to see the costs associated

    10/07/24
  • Westcotts support new generation of football talent

    Westcotts support new generation of football talent At Westcotts we are delighted to announce our sponsorship of Alphington Football Club’s under 16 Barcelona tour. Alphington FC located near our Exeter office is a unique football club with over 100 years history in the local community playing football and supporting local events and activities. Taking place

    05/07/24
  • The General Election Result – what it means for you

    The General Election Result – what it means for you The Labour Party has won a landslide victory in the General Election, unseating the Conservatives after 14 years with polls suggesting the swing will be close to the all-time record of 12.1% at the first post-war General Election in 1945. Here we look at the

    05/07/24
  • New apprentice joins Westcotts Payroll team

    New apprentice joins Westcotts Payroll team At Westcotts we are excited to share that our payroll team has welcomed a new member to help service demand in the region. The payroll team supports businesses across the South West to help them get this technical and time-consuming process right for their employees, freeing up valuable time

    04/07/24
  • Charity Mouse Racing Event

    Join Us for our Charity Mouse Racing Event! We are thrilled to invite you to our Charity Mouse Racing event, a fun-filled evening designed to support a great cause while providing entertainment for all ages. Here’s what you can expect: First race at 6:30 PM Bar on site Race sponsorships available Please bring cash to

    27/06/24

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