Shaw Gibbs expands geographical reach through merger with Hampshire based Langdowns DFK

Shaw Gibbs, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, is pleased to announce merger with Langdowns DFK (Langdowns), a well-respected practice with three offices in Hampshire.

Langdowns, known for its commitment to delivering exceptional client service, brings a wealth of expertise and a dedicated team of professionals to the Shaw Gibbs family.

Neil Raynsford, Partner at Langdowns comments on the acquisition

“With a history of more than 70 years, it was important to us to build on success by creating a union with a larger practice who work in the same way we do. We have known Shaw Gibbs for some time and have been impressed with their journey.  The fact that they have provide autonomy for the companies in their group to achieve great things with their backing was a huge appeal to us and we can see a bright future together.”

Peter O’Connell, Managing Director of Shaw Gibbs adds

“We are thrilled to welcome Langdowns to the Shaw Gibbs group. This merger aligns with our strategic vision of expanding our geographical footprint and enhancing our service offerings.

The team at Langdowns share our commitment to excellence and client-centric approach, making them a perfect fit for our firm.”

The merger is part of Shaw Gibbs’ broader strategy to strengthen its position as a leading accountancy and business advisory firm in Central and Southern England. With this latest merger, Shaw Gibbs continues to build on its reputation for delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions to its clients.

The addition of Langdowns DFK to the Shaw Gibbs Group will result in a practice with 54 Partners and 550 people based in: Oxford, Andover, Basingstoke, Bristol, Farnham, Guildford, Liss, London, Southampton, Sutton, Teddington, Thame, Northampton, and Winchester.

About Shaw Gibbs

Shaw Gibbs is a top 50 accountancy practice who provide expert solutions for entrepreneurial businesses and private individuals in Central and Southern England. Investing in their teams of high-quality specialists, they work with the best-in-breed technology to create value for clients which exceeds expectation.

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