James Redfern

Financial Planning Assistant

On the job

James supports Ross, helping to keep client cases moving smoothly. His role includes preparing documents, gathering information, organising meetings, updating client records, processing applications and withdrawals, and following up with providers, helping advisers focus on planning while clients remain supported throughout the process.

After hours

James enjoys playing golf, walking his dog, cooking for his family, and catching up with friends over a pint. He also likes Plymouth Argyle, horse racing, music, a fresh haircut, new aftershave, and spending time by the coast.

On an ideal weekend, where can we find you?

On the golf course, ideally followed by a pint with friends.

Who would be at your dream dinner party?

Steven Gerrard, Jack Nicklaus, and Christopher Lee.

What activity would you win an Olympic medal in?

Cooking, preferably something better than mushrooms, which are firmly off the menu.

What is your favourite holiday destination?

Greece.

What three qualities draw you to new people?

Friendliness, humour, and being outgoing.

What is your pet peeve?

People talking while they eat.

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

Becky Adams

Chartered Financial Planner & Head of Financial Planning

Meet Becky

Ross Biddiss

Director & Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Ross

Emma Bird

Financial Planning Director

Meet Emma

Rich Sykes

Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Rich

Laura Hendriksen

Financial Planner

Meet Laura

Jordan Colclough

Chartered Financial Planner

Meet Jordan

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

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 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

James Redfern

Financial Planning Assistant

On the job

On the job

After hours

After hours

On an ideal weekend, where can we find you?

Who would be at your dream dinner party?

What activity would you win an Olympic medal in?

What is your favourite holiday destination?

What three qualities draw you to new people?

What is your pet peeve?

Meet the team

By your side

Chris Palmer

Becky Adams

Ross Biddiss

Emma Bird

Rich Sykes

Laura Hendriksen

Jordan Colclough

David Pimlott

Bob Burch

Janine Palmer

Tori Smith

Paula Tremblett

Hannah Adams

Caitlin Stephens

Claire Palmer

Callum Plokker

Lauren Black

Our reviews

Service worth celebrating

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