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Ellis Davies Financial Planning Ltd

Ellis Davies Financial Planning Ltd

5.0(50 reviews)See reviews ↓·Bristol

About the company

Ellis Davies Financial Planning Ltd is a financial advisory firm founded in 2017 by Rich Ellis and Nick Davies. Rich Ellis serves as a Director and Financial Planner, while Nick Davies is a Director and Chartered Financial Planner. Julia Bainton is the Office Manager, Jack Thompson is a Client Manager, and Alana Lewis and Izzy Stabb are Financial Planning Administrators. The firm is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

It assists business owners in aligning personal and business finances, academics with USS benefits and other pensions, and retirees in designing sustainable later life spending strategies. The firm offers an initial meeting at its own expense and meets clients regularly to re-calibrate the financial plan. It has helped hundreds of families on their journey towards financial freedom.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Clifton clients repeatedly praise the expertise and clarity brought to complex financial matters, with advisers explaining options in plain language that non-specialists can follow. Named advisers Samantha Gratton, Richard and Nick draw consistent recognition for patience, empathy and professional knowledge, and reviewers note that no question is treated as too trivial. Advice is commonly described as tailored to individual values and long-term objectives, covering retirement transition, ISAs, stocks and shares, and onshore bonds. Customers also value a holistic approach, with discussions framed around personal aspirations rather than off-the-shelf products, and a sense of being genuinely cared for throughout the process.

Several reviewers mention timely and helpful responses from the wider team, and long-standing relationships spanning five, nine and ten years point to sustained satisfaction with both initial planning and ongoing support. The friendly and approachable manner of staff, combined with recommendations that reflect what clients actually want to achieve, features across most accounts. Retirement planning and investment guidance emerge as the work most often cited, alongside a consistent view that the service is built on understanding individual circumstances.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Caroline Twigg16 December 2025

Working with Samantha and the team at Ellis Davies has been incredibly helpful as I've tried to understand my future options around savings. Their patience as my situation has changed several times, and their attentiveness, advice and support throughout has helped enormously - I'm so glad I was put in touch and would recommend an initial conversation for anyone wondering if they might help!

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JILL THOMPSON16 December 2025

Sam Gratton has had alot of patience with me. Every step of the way everything was broken down along with personalized advice. I feel confident and well supported in my financial decisions and highly recommend them.

KR
Kate Rutherford7 November 2025

Working with Sam has been an absolute pleasure. She combines technical expertise with genuine empathy, which clients really appreciate. She has a wonderful way of putting people at ease and explaining financial matters clearly and confidently. I trust her completely with my clients and would recommend her without reservation. Kate Rutherford Partner Roskilly & Co

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Tracey Stone11 September 2025

Sam Gratton’s holistic and empathetic approach to the otherwise impenetrable world of finance was a breath of fresh air. Discussions were in the context of my values and goals, and Sam’s broad and deep professional knowledge of products, strategies and possibilities were invaluable for my peace of mind, and at the end of the day financially valuable too. I gained confidence, clarity and optimism for my future.

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Harry Whitcher30 May 2025

It has taken me so many years to find such an understanding and approchable adviser, it is sad. To say that Ellis Davies delivers on their promises is no where near enough. I feel that they cared, really cared. Save yourself years of angst, and approach Ellis Davies first. Sam Gratton led a great team for us.

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L Spilsted14 May 2025

Fantastic advice by Samantha Gratton in an introductory meeting. Sam's huge knowledge and real enthusiasm for dealing with others finances shone through. I'd recommend her for anyone needing help to navigate life and business financial affairs.

JM
James Miller9 January 2025

Definitely recommend Ellis Davies. Samantha Gratton and Rich Ellis have been a huge help for me in understanding my business and personal finances, as well as helping me plan, forecast and develop my personal finance strategy with pensions, investments, business drawings, dividends and general budgeting frameworks. 5 stars!

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Contact
+441179923820www.ellisdaviesfp.co.uk91-93 Alma Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2DP
Working hours
Monday09:00–17:00
Tuesday09:00–17:00
Wednesday09:00–17:00
Thursday09:00–17:00
Friday09:00–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed