About us

Independent, Chartered financial planning that offers a more personal way to plan for the decisions, goals, and moments that matter.

Let your life lead the way

Hansford Bell was built on the simple idea that your financial plan should start with your life, not a product, portfolio, or spreadsheet.

In the decades since, we have helped countless people make sense of important financial decisions, from growing a business and preparing for retirement to protecting wealth for future generations.

That idea still guides everything we do; before any advice is given, our sole focus is understanding what you want your money to help you do, enjoy, protect, and pass on.

Then, when we truly know your life and goals, we help you build a plan that feels personal, purposeful, and ready to move with you.

The value behind our plans

Behind great financial planning are passionate people, technical expertise, proven processes, and a powerful culture.

Find out how we deliver a better way to plan, supported by independent advice, Chartered expertise, and a team built for long-term relationships.

What makes us different

The standards behind our service

Explore the accreditations, awards, and community work that reflect our commitment to advice, impact, and doing things properly.

Awards and
accreditations

Standards matter when you are making important decisions. See the accreditations that support the advice you receive.

In the
press

Recognition is not why we do what we do, but it can help you feel more confident in who you choose to manage your money for the better.

In the
community

Our work goes beyond financial planning, with a commitment to creating positive impact for our clients, people, and community.

The promise of planning

See real stories from real people who trusted us to bring real change to their life and money.

Their stories

For the first time, I feel I can stop worrying and simply enjoy life

Emma

Watch Emma's story

We found a plan that balanced tomorrow's uncertainties with the life we want today

Justin

Watch Justin's story

The hardest conversations became the most valuable advice we ever received

Steve

Watch Steve's story

Meet the team

By your side

Your financial plan is supported by a team of experienced people who take the time to understand what matters.

Chris Palmer

Managing Director & Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Chris

Ross Biddiss

Director & Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Ross

Becky Adams

Chartered Financial Planner & Head of Financial Planning

Meet Becky

Emma Bird

Financial Planning Director

Meet Emma

Rich Sykes

Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Rich

Laura Hendriksen

Financial Planner

Meet Laura

David Pimlott

Financial Planner

Meet David

Bob Burch

Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Bob

Janine Palmer

HR Director

Meet Janine

Tori Smith

Paraplanner

Meet Tori

Paula Tremblett

Paraplanner

Meet Paula

Hannah Adams

Associate Paraplanner

Meet Hannah

Caitlin Stephens

Financial Planning Assistant

Meet Caitlin

James Redfern

Financial Planning Assistant

Meet James

Claire Palmer

Financial Planning Assistant

Meet Claire

Callum Plokker

Financial Planning Assistant

Meet Callum

Lauren Black

Compliance and Operations Administrator

Meet Lauren

Our reviews

Service worth celebrating

Read what clients say about us, from independent reviews and client surveys to personal experiences shared in their own words.

    
 
 
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   Bill Beaton 
 30 April 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been a client of Hansford Bell Financial Planners of Tavistock Devon for several years-and Ross Biddiss of that Firm is my Financial Planner.I thoroughly recommend the Firm and Ross .He has always dealt promptly with all matters that concern me-and has always given trustworthy and sound financial advice.Ross is a very competent and reliable Financial Planner.--- - -Bill Beaton
  
 
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   walter allen 
 25 April 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always extremely helpful and professional. We feel we can trust them with our financial affairs.
  
 
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   Paul Fryer 
 15 April 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service from all at Hansford Bell. Professional advice and support, ensuring all my family requirements are met. Experts in their field and highly recommended.
  
 
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   stephanie Witherall 
 15 April 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional service helpful and friendly staff
  
 
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   June Jackson 
 11 April 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been a client of Hansford Bell for many years and have always found them highly professional.  They are very knowledgeable as well as being pleasant and easy to deal with.
  
 
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   Rebecca Houlden 
 7 June 2020
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Emma has been very professional and has a great foundation of knowledge. She has made me feel very comfortable and has been very helpful!

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of clients were very satisfied that we understood their needs, goals, aspirations, and objectives

About us

Let your life lead the way

The value behind our plans

The standards behind our service

Awards and accreditations

In the press

In the community

The promise of planning

Emma

Justin

Steve

Meet the team

By your side

Chris Palmer

Ross Biddiss

Becky Adams

Emma Bird

Rich Sykes

Laura Hendriksen

David Pimlott

Bob Burch

Janine Palmer

Tori Smith

Paula Tremblett

Hannah Adams

Caitlin Stephens

James Redfern

Claire Palmer

Callum Plokker

Lauren Black

Our reviews

Service worth celebrating

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Awards and
accreditations

In the
press

In the
community