The hospitality sector thrives on delivering comfort, service, and unforgettable experiences. From boutique hotels and bustling restaurants to pubs, venues, and resorts. These businesses form the social fabric of our communities and fuel local economies.
But behind the scenes, operators face relentless financial pressure. Rising utility costs, rent increases, staff shortages, and fragile supply chains can quickly erode margins. Add to that seasonal demand shifts, unpredictable footfall, and economic uncertainty, and it’s clear that hospitality is one of the toughest sectors to stay financially resilient in.
Even the most successful venues can find themselves struggling with debt, tax liabilities, or creditor demands, especially when cash flow is tight and the pressure is constant.
At Bell & Company, we specialise in helping hospitality businesses regain control. With deep sector insight and years of experience in financial restructuring, we support hotels, restaurants, pubs, and hospitality groups through periods of financial distress.
Did You Know?
Did you know that liquidations in the hospitality sector doubled in the first half of 2025 — with HMRC responsible for 64% of them? (Deloitte)
In 2025, creditors have ramped up pressure on struggling hospitality businesses, triggering a 37% spike in court-ordered liquidations and corporate receiverships. (TBA)
Extremely professional service from start to finish. The team at Bell & Company were empathetic to my situation and extremely efficient in implementing the strategy devised at the onset.My case manager was always at the other end of the line…
Extremely professional service
Extremely professional service from start to finish. The team at Bell & Company were empathetic to my situation and extremely efficient in implementing the strategy devised at the onset. My case manager was always at the other end of the line when needed and saw my case right through to the end where a brilliant result was achieved. Thank you to all at Bell & Company.
Robert – GB
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UK Pub closures have accelerated to the highest rate in over a decade, with 620 venues closing in the year to March 2023 in another blow to an industry that has already suffered massively.
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Excellent service during a very difficult journey
I seldom write reviews, but I felt the service and help I got from Bell and Company was outstanding. My wife and I had difficulties with a major banking institution and could not find a way of getting a release….
I found myself in a very difficult financial situation compounded by serious health issues. Having closed my company due to serious ill health I found out some months later that I owed a six figure DLA. I don’t mind admitting…
I don’t normally write reviews but felt compelled to after receiving such a positive experience and outcome. Rory was professional, empathetic and most importantly tenacious in his negotiations with my creditors. I urge anyone who requires an advocate, when faced…
Having worked with Bell & Co in 2022, where they assisted me with several shortfalls on mortgages that came out of the credit crunch in 2010, I had to reconnect with them this year after one final property had been…
I’m writing this because I want to help others to have the confidence to go out and get help. Obviously when you contact companies like this you are nervous and not in a great place. I certainly was. It was…
I used Bell & Company to help me with a large overdrawn directors loan account after going through a company insolvency. They were very understanding to my situation, it was an extremely worrying and stressful time for me being contacted…