Shaw Gibbs expands geographical reach

Apiary portfolio company Shaw Gibbs, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm, has strengthened its presence in the south of England with the additions of Langdowns, Alliotts and Sestini & Co to the group.

Since Apiary Capital’s investment in November 2022, Shaw Gibbs has grown organically and through acquisition, from its base in Oxford to over 15 offices across central and southern England with 54 partners and 550 people serving over 14,000 SMEs, corporates and private clients.

In September 2024, Shaw Gibbs merged with Alliotts, a prestigious accountancy firm with offices in central London and Guildford. Alliotts brings 14 partners and a 100-strong team, offering a full range of accountancy services along with specialist services including media expertise, as well as business strategy and corporate finance services. Also in September, Shaw Gibbs acquired Sestini & Co, a specialist in tax consultancy for expatriates and high net worth individuals, with offices in Paulton and London.

The recent merger with Hampshire-based Langdowns, brings a well-respected practice with three offices, underscoring Shaw Gibbs’ commitment to delivering exceptional client service and adding a wealth of expertise to the Shaw Gibbs group.

“We are thrilled to welcome these three prestigious firms to the Shaw Gibbs group,” said Peter O’Connell, Managing Partner at Shaw Gibbs. “These additions not only enhance our strategic vision of expanding our geographical footprint but also enrich our core service offerings.”

Chris Heawood, Investment Director at Apiary Capital, commented, “We are delighted to support Peter and the Shaw Gibbs team as they continue to build an impressive group of accountancy and advisory businesses with a shared vision of providing high-quality service and advice to a loyal customer base.”