Whether you want to acquire a new business, sell the one you own, execute a management buyout/in or take your business public, our expertise and many years of practical experience will help you succeed.

 

Understanding you

From initial pre-deal evaluations and strategy, to completion and post-deal support, we work with you to understand your business objectives and give you the advice you need to make them a reality.

How can we help you?

Maximising and protecting value in your business

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Helping you achieve your goals

Whether you are looking to create, develop, grow or acquire business, we have no preconceptions and are equipped to work with projects in any sector, and of any size.

In the 12 months to 31 December 2020, we advised on 133 completed transactions valued at more than £763 million. 

Making a difference 

Our Corporate Finance team are fully qualified accountants who have received the CF accreditation; a corporate finance qualification endorsed by the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

We are proud to be recognised as Business Leader's 'Advisory Firm of the Year' for 2021 and were named the most active corporate finance adviser in the South West (Experian M&A Review 2019 and 2018), placing 6th in the UK Experian M&A national rankings for 2020.

 

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Driving growth: Hazlewoods advise Baylis Vauxhall on latest acquisition

Monday 24 January 2022

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team has recently advised local motor group, Baylis (Gloucester) Limited (“Baylis” or “Baylis Vauxhall”), on its acquisition of Southern (Merthyr) Limited (“Southern Merthyr”).
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Record-breaking year for growing Hazlewoods Corporate Finance

Tuesday 11 January 2022

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team are celebrating record-breaking results after advising on transactions worth more than £1 billion in 2021. Read more here.

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Unleashing potential: Hazlewoods Corporate Finance advise ScaleUp Capital on its latest European tech investment

Wednesday 15 December 2021

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team is delighted to have advised private equity firm ScaleUp Capital on its latest European tech investment. Find out more here.

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Hazlewoods and BPE Solicitors advise Bamboo Technology Group Limited on latest acquisition

Tuesday 7 December 2021

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team and BPE Solicitors have recently advised Cheltenham-based Bamboo Technology Group Limited on its strategic acquisition of TechTeam Group Limited, a customer focused technology business with expertise in the small to mid-market.

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Hazlewoods consolidates position as a top 10 UK adviser

Tuesday 9 November 2021

A stellar performance by Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team has been rewarded with a top slot in the national mergers and acquisitions rankings.
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A new investment: Hazlewoods advise Inspirit Capital on latest acquisition

Wednesday 13 October 2021

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team have recently advised investment firm, Inspirit Capital, on its upcoming acquisition of Landmark Solutions. Find out more here.

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Demystifying growth strategies

Thursday 7 October 2021

There are many exciting options to consider for development and long-term success but determining the best way to increase your market share requires a good understanding of the ways a business can grow and a strategic plan for implementing any changes. The first important decision to make is whether you would prefer to grow your business organically or accelerate business growth through acquisition.
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Hazlewoods named 'Advisory Firm of the Year'

Friday 24 September 2021

Hazlewoods was last night crowned 'Advisory Firm of the Year' at the annual South West Business Leader Awards 2021. At a glittering ceremony in Bristol, the Gloucestershire-based Corporate Finance team claimed the top award, beating strong competition from more than 300 entrants.

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Hazlewoods advise on the sale of a leading UK electrical component supplier

Thursday 16 September 2021

Specialised Wiring Accessories Ltd was founded in 1988, initially trading from a portable office in Gloucestershire. Over more than three decades, it has grown to be one of the UK’s most successful and trusted sellers of electrical terminations, fastenings, fixings, and tools, stocking more than 8,000 products, employing 54 people, and operating from 50,000 sq. ft. premises in Wootton under Edge. Read more here.

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Celebrating success: Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team shortlisted for Business Leader award

Wednesday 25 August 2021

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team are celebrating after being selected as finalists in the South West Business Leader Awards 2021. Six firms, including Hazlewoods, beat off stiff competition to be shortlisted in the 'Advisory Firm of the Year' category.

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A strong half-year for Hazlewoods M&A performance

Thursday 5 August 2021

Hazlewoods Corporate Finance team has consolidated its position as a top 10 UK adviser, with the latest half-year Experian Mergers and Acquisitions report for 2021 placing them as eighth most active adviser in the national rankings.
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A natural pairing: Hazlewoods supports Fable Investments with minority stake in iconic British perfume brand

Wednesday 28 July 2021

Fable Investments has bought a minority stake in Perfumer H, a couture fragrance house founded by master perfumer Lyn Harris, with Hazlewoods carrying out financial due diligence for Fable Investments.

Testimonial from Caerwyn Prothero

"Hazlewoods hands on approach combined with their specialist tax knowledge were invaluable in getting the deal over the line."

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Testimonial from Robert Stevens

"The team at Hazlewoods have been fantastic. Dealing with a family owned business with 30 family shareholders has its own challenges, Hazlewoods have been simply brilliant throughout. Having such expertise on our doorstep in Gloucestershire makes a real difference"

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Testimonial from EPIC Private Equity

"Commercial, responsive and good value"

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Testimonial from Dawn Field

"Hazlewoods gave me an organised, efficient and professional service when I was selling my business. John and his team have extensive knowledge of the healthcare sector, which gave me the sense of reassurance that I needed to reach the difficult decision to go ahead and sell my business. They offered support and advice regarding the sale of the business from start to completion."

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Testimonial from Katherine Aucott

"I approached a few companies with knowledge of the care sector, but it was only after speaking with John Lucas at Hazlewoods that I felt really comfortable about taking the next step towards my retirement. A phone call swiftly led to a meeting with John and a reassuring conversation made me feel that John really understood Supported Living and the type of service that I had been so passionate about."

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