Altius Group

Altius Group, business broker and M&A adviser in the UK

Altius Group is a British mergers and acquisitions brokerage and advisory firm operating from its head office in Preston Docks, Lancashire. The company presents itself as one of the top three most active M&A advisers in the UK according to Experian MarketIQ and states that in 2025 it won the Medium Business of the Year award at the Lancashire Business View Red Rose Awards.

With more than 40 years of experience, the group began as a collection of specialist boutique brokers and in 2026 unified its brands under the Altius name to offer a clearer and more streamlined experience. The firm describes itself as the largest independent broker in the market and maintains its specialist childcare and healthcare brand, Redwoods Dowling Kerr, operating under its own identity within the group.

Services for selling a business

Altius supports owners throughout the entire process of selling their business. Its services include business valuation, preparation and execution of the sale process, and advice on exit strategies. The firm also offers Altius Business Intelligence, a decision-support tool based on market data.

Services for acquiring a business

For buyers, the group offers acquisition services ranging from the search and selection of businesses to support throughout the transaction. Interested parties can explore businesses for sale by sector and location through its search platform.

Corporate and financial services

The Altius Corporate Finance division provides corporate finance, corporate transactions, exit planning, strategy, professional advisors network, private equity services and mergers and acquisitions. These capabilities are aimed at both business owners and investors and corporates seeking to grow through acquisitions.

Industries served

The firm works with businesses across a wide range of sectors. Among the industries it covers are:

• Building & Construction
• Childcare & Education
• Engineering
• Fire, Safety & Security
• Healthcare
• Homecare & Supported Living
• Logistics & Transport
• Manufacturing
• Medical & Life Sciences
• Renewables, Utilities & Energy
• Technology, Media & Telecoms
• Wholesale & Distribution

Group brands

In addition to the main Altius brand, the group includes Altius Corporate Finance, Bruce & Co., Kings Business, Kings Corporate and Redwoods Dowling Kerr. Redwoods Dowling Kerr, specialising in the childcare and healthcare sectors, maintains its own identity as part of the Altius family.

Activity and recognition

According to data published by the firm itself, in 2025 Altius Group recorded more than 200 business sales, signed 5,500 non-disclosure agreements and reached a total transaction value of £200 million. The company has more than 800 reviews on Trustpilot, where 93% of reviewers rate it as 'Excellent'. It also works with a Fylde-based cricket organisation on its Cricket for Life programme.

Presence and coverage

With its head office in Preston Docks, Lancashire, Altius Group works with businesses throughout the UK and has developed an international network of investors and buyers.

Location and contact

Eaves Brook House, Navigation Way, Preston, PR2 2YP, United Kingdom