About us
Getting to know Cottons
We’re a numbers-focused, business-savvy, human-first bunch with expertise in all accountancy-related issues.
In 1983, John Cotton started Cotton & Co. as a small team in Daventry, Northamptonshire. Through both organic growth and key acquisitions, we’ve rapidly become one of the leading firms in the Midlands, more recently expanding into London. With over 100 members of staff across our five offices, we have plenty of expert knowledge, so we can give you valuable advice and guidance in all the areas you need.
Our history
Since our humble start in 1983, we’ve grown into a Top 100 firm, constantly expanding to offer expert accountancy and business advice in the Northampton, Daventry, and Rugby areas.
Cottons starts as a small practice with ancillary staff in Daventry High Street
Acquisition of Richard Chambers (Northampton)
Northampton office opens; Acquisition of David Clayson
Acquisition of David Green (Northampton)
Cottons buys its first freehold office
Richard Wilch becomes Partner
Acquisition of Jarvis & Co. (Northampton)
Nick Warne becomes Managing Partner; Dave Ingram becomes a Partner
Banbury office opens
Mark Palmer becomes a Partner
Rugby office opens after an acquisition of Dutton Little (Rugby); Lisa Malone becomes Partner in Daventry
Acquisition of TCFC Limited Corporate Finance (Solihull); Guy Pain becomes Corporate Finance Partner
Chestnut Field office opens (Rugby); Dan Roberts becomes a Partner in Northampton
Acquisition of Archie Jenner & Co. (Northampton)
Acquisition of C H Ivens (Rugby)
Billing Road office opens (Northampton)
London Office opens; Will Smart re-joins as a Partner with his clients and team; Banbury office merges into Rugby office
Emma Reid becomes a Partner; Acquisition of Webster Associates (Rugby)
Acquisition of Frampton Pitt (Northampton); Milton Keynes (virtual) office opens
Cottons becomes Partner in Edward Thomas Peirson & Son. (Market Harborough)
Ollie Warne and Callum Veasey become Partners; Will Smart becomes Managing Partner
Acquisition of JR Watson & Co. (Northampton); Acquisition of Roberts & Co. (London); Cottons announces Partnership with OakNorth Bank
Cottons rebrands from Cottons Accountants to Cottons Group; Cottons celebrates its 40th birthday; Acquisition of Street & Street Accounts; Acquisition of Astute Chartered Accountants
Our values
Attentive
For us, you come first. We’ll always take the time – no task is too big or too small.
Analytical
We’re good at looking at things with a fresh perspective to find bright solutions.
Assured
You’re in safe hands. We’ve been helping businesses and people like you for years.
Ambitious
If you’re all about growth, we promise to match your ambition.
Accountable
There’s nothing more important than doing what we say we’ll do.
"They are knowledgeable and approachable"
I moved to Cottons about 5 years ago, on recommendation from my financial advisor, and I must say I have not regretted it. They are knowledgeable and approachable and are always able to guide me when I need them. They held my hand through the pandemic and I really feel that they understand my business and the challenges that were and still are faced.
Shirley Gale from Madhouse Ltd.
Meet the team
We know our colleagues are our biggest asset – and when you work with us, they’ll become yours, too.
There are lots of accountants out there – but when you work alongside Cottons, you’ll realise it’s who we are and the way that we do things that truly makes a difference. We take pride in our team from our partners to our most junior accountants. With shared values and a commitment to do our absolute best for each and every client, find out more about the fantastic people we’re lucky to have on board.
Vibrant Accounting Community
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Ready to connect?
If you’re curious about how we can help you, please reach out: our team is very keen to hear from you.
