Business Details
26 Years
experience
Expert Insolvency Services in Bristol
Established in 2000, Houghton Stone Business Recovery has built a reputation as a trusted provider of insolvency solutions for corporate and personal clients across the UK. Our team of licensed insolvency practitioners combines technical expertise with empathetic support to address financial difficulties, offering tailored strategies that align with each client's unique circumstances. We specialise in corporate liquidation, restructuring, and personal insolvency arrangements, delivering free initial consultations to help clients navigate complex financial challenges. With offices in Bristol and serving clients nationwide, we maintain strong relationships with HMRC, creditors, and professional advisors to achieve optimal outcomes. Our commitment to transparency ensures clients receive clear guidance on all available options, including Company Voluntary Arrangements, Individual Voluntary Arrangements, and bankruptcy alternatives.As members of the Insolvency Practitioners Association and R3, we uphold the highest professional standards while maintaining an approachable, client-focused service. Our experience spans solvent and insolvent liquidations, administration procedures, and debt restructuring negotiations, with a track record of successfully guiding businesses and individuals through financial distress. We prioritise confidentiality and discretion, recognising the sensitive nature of insolvency matters. Our team's collective expertise in corporate rescue and personal financial recovery positions us to deliver practical solutions that balance legal obligations with client needs. Through regular training and adherence to regulatory frameworks, we ensure our practice remains at the forefront of insolvency law developments.
Services
Corporate Liquidation
Company Voluntary Arrangement
Administration
Restructuring
Bankruptcy
Individual Voluntary Arrangement
Creditor Negotiation
Debt Restructuring
Insolvency Consultation
Bankruptcy Annulment
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have 23 years' experience in corporate and personal insolvency solutions
- Our team includes licensed insolvency practitioners regulated by IPA
- We provide free initial consultations with no obligation
- We maintain professional memberships with R3 and IPA
- Our practitioners negotiate directly with HMRC and major creditors
Associations and certifications
- Insolvency Practitioners Association
- R3 - The Association of Business Recovery Professionals
Services
Corporate Liquidation
We manage formal liquidation procedures for insolvent companies, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while maximising returns for creditors. Our licensed practitioners handle both compulsory and voluntary liquidations, providing strategic guidance throughout the process. With extensive experience in Members' Voluntary Liquidations and Creditors' Voluntary Liquidations, we ensure proper asset realisation and distribution.
Company Voluntary Arrangement
Our CVA solutions enable struggling businesses to restructure debts while continuing operations. We negotiate binding agreements between companies and creditors, creating sustainable repayment plans that preserve business continuity. With proven success in securing creditor approvals, we help viable businesses recover from financial distress through structured debt solutions.
Individual Voluntary Arrangement
We design tailored IVAs to help individuals manage unmanageable debts without bankruptcy. Our practitioners negotiate with creditors to establish affordable repayment terms, typically over 5-6 years. As both arrangers and supervisors, we ensure compliance with agreed terms while protecting clients from creditor enforcement actions.
Bankruptcy Services
Our bankruptcy specialists guide individuals through the insolvency process, explaining implications and alternatives. We assist with bankruptcy petitions, annulment applications, and debt discharge procedures. Our team provides impartial advice on asset retention, income contributions, and post-bankruptcy financial recovery strategies.
Corporate Restructuring
We develop restructuring strategies to preserve viable business operations while addressing financial challenges. Our services include creditor negotiations, refinancing arrangements, and administration procedures. With expertise in pre-pack administrations and company moratoriums, we help businesses implement turnaround strategies while maintaining operational continuity.
People
Simon Thornton
Licensed Insolvency Practitioner
FCCA-qualified insolvency practitioner with 20+ years' experience in corporate rescue and restructuring. Specialises in liquidation procedures and creditor negotiations while maintaining IPA licensing compliance.
Sarah Lyne
Insolvency Manager
Manages complex insolvency cases with focus on creditor relations and debt recovery strategies. Holds insolvency practitioner qualifications and oversees case administration across corporate and personal insolvency matters.
Helen Wimble
Insolvency Supervisor
Supervises Individual Voluntary Arrangements and bankruptcy cases, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Specialises in asset tracing and income assessment for personal insolvency cases.
Jenny Wright
Insolvency Specialist
Provides technical expertise in insolvency administration, case documentation, and creditor communications. Supports both corporate and personal insolvency procedures with detailed procedural knowledge.
Questions
What insolvency services do you offer for businesses?
We provide corporate liquidation, administration, Company Voluntary Arrangements, restructuring advice, and creditor negotiation services tailored to business needs.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation consultations to assess your financial situation and discuss available options.
Can you help with personal debt problems?
We specialise in personal insolvency solutions including Individual Voluntary Arrangements and bankruptcy advice.
Are you regulated insolvency practitioners?
Yes, our practitioners hold licences from the Insolvency Practitioners Association and adhere to R3 professional standards.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Bristol, we serve clients throughout the UK including South West England and major business centres.
