David Pimlott

Financial Planner
Reviews and Ratings for Financial adviser David Pimlott, Tavistock

On the job

On the job

David has worked in financial services since 1985 and brings a calm, conversational approach to financial planning. Based in Cornwall, he enjoys building long-standing relationships with clients, listening carefully to what they want, and helping them shape their finances around their lifestyle goals.

After hours

After hours

Away from Hansford Bell, David enjoys outdoor activities, walking his dogs, running, and completing Parkruns, with more than 200 already under his belt. He also reads widely, especially crime fiction, enjoys exploring new places and their history, and loves spending time with his granddaughter.

On an ideal weekend, where can we find you?

Reading a book, listening to music, walking the dogs, or fitting in a Saturday Parkrun.

Who would be at your dream dinner party?

Marilyn Monroe, Raquel Welch, and Brigitte Bardot.

What activity would you win an Olympic medal in?

Eating a doughnut without licking my lips. A niche talent, but a real challenge.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

The flexibility, the colleagues, and the clients. It is the people and conversations that make the work enjoyable.

Who do you most enjoy working with?

Anyone prepared to have a proper conversation and think openly about what they want from life and money.

What do you bring to client relationships?

Experience, patience, and a focus on listening carefully, helping clients feel understood before building advice around their goals.

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

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Bob Burch

Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Bob
Janine Palmer

HR Director

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Tori Smith

Paraplanner

Meet Tori
Paula Tremblett

Paraplanner

Meet Paula
Hannah Adams

Associate Paraplanner

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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

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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
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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
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Always extremely helpful and professional. We feel we can trust them with our financial affairs.
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Paul Fryer
15 April 2026
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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
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Very professional service helpful and friendly staff
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June Jackson
11 April 2026
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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
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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 believe that working with us has, or will, help them achieve their financial goals

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of clients would recommend us to their friends, family, or colleagues

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

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