Hazlewoods

Hazlewoods is a UK chartered accountancy firm and business adviser established in 1919 by Marcus Hazlewood. The firm has provided specialist accountancy, tax, audit, and business advice to individuals and businesses for over a century. Hazlewoods has grown to become one of the largest independent accountants and business advisers in the South West of the UK. The firm maintains a presence across five offices, serving clients locally, nationally, and internationally.

The firm offers a range of accounting and business advisory services. These services include Audit & Assurance, Business Intelligence, Business Recovery & Insolvency, Corporate Finance & Deals, and Financial Reporting. Hazlewoods also provides expertise in Forensic Accounting, Governance & Compliance, International Support, and Payroll. Further offerings encompass Private Client services, support for Small & Medium Enterprises, Start-ups & Micro Businesses, Statutory Accounts, and comprehensive Tax advice.

The firm's Financial Planning team was established in 1988, offering wealth management, retirement, and succession planning. Hazlewoods has developed in-depth knowledge across a diverse range of business sectors. The firm's sector specialisms include Charities, Day Nurseries, Dental, Education, Equine, and Farms & Estates. Additional sectors served are Food & Drink, Forensic Accounting, Healthcare, Innovation, Legal, and Pharmacy.

Hazlewoods also provides tailored advice to clients within the Technology and Veterinary sectors. Hazlewoods adopts a personal approach to accountancy, tax, audit, and financial planning. The firm prioritizes understanding clients' individual needs and business landscapes before delivering advice and insights. This approach aims to provide clear, simple advice and foster trusted relationships, with clients often viewing the firm as a key partner.

Hazlewoods is an independent member of HLB International, a global network of independent professional accounting firms and business advisers. This network, founded in 1969, includes 2,195 partners and 32,000 staff across 159 offices worldwide. Within its broad sector expertise, Hazlewoods maintains a dedicated focus on the Property & Construction industry. The firm offers tailored accountancy and taxation advice specifically for property owners, developers, investors, and other property professionals.

The Hazlewoods Construction team was recognized by being shortlisted for the Consultancy/Advisory of the Year award at the Insider South West Residential Property Awards in 2025. This specialization allows the firm to address the unique opportunities and challenges faced by businesses operating within the construction and property development landscape. While the firm's website does not explicitly mention "PBSA" or "student accommodation," its comprehensive services for property developers and investors indicate its capacity to support various types of property ventures, including those in the purpose-built student accommodation sector. Hazlewoods has demonstrated consistent growth, with its revenue reaching £30 million in 2020 and further increasing to £45 million by 2024.

For the year ended April 30, 2023, the firm reported an annual turnover of £34 million. The firm employs over 550 individuals across its five office locations. These offices are situated in Staverton and two locations in Cheltenham, along with additional presences in Bristol and Cardiff. Hazlewoods was ranked 25th in the UK Top 100 accountancy firms in 2020, reflecting its position within the industry.