The UK’s leading specialist R&D tax adviser.

Leading our industry
Unrivalled technical firepower
On demand advice

ForrestBrown is your trusted partner for best-in-class innovation incentives advice.

Our proven combination of chartered tax advisers, accountants and industry-experienced science and technology specialists bring unmatched expertise to your business to help secure funding for your innovation.

We’re passionate about the transformative power of innovation for your business and the UK economy. That’s why we’re strong advocates for policies which support innovative businesses, and we champion raising professional standards across our industry.

Our integrated approach to innovation incentives, from R&D tax relief to Patent Box, grants and capital allowances, results in practical and insightful advice for your business.

Claiming R&D tax credits

End-to-end R&D tax credit claim preparation, ensure your business is rewarded for your investment in innovation.

RDEC and large companies

Robust RDEC claim preparation aligned to your wider tax strategy. Managing your risk rating with HMRC. Coordinating innovation incentives to global contexts.

FB Consulting

Specialist tax advice on demand. Consultancy on your terms. Make the most of your innovation.

HMRC enquiry support

Our expert team will resolve your HMRC R&D enquiry, protecting your business and securing the best outcome for you.

Accountant partner programme

Unrivalled technical tax and sector expertise for your clients to compliment your existing offering.

Do you need something else?

Are you looking for specific advice for your business? Get in touch with our team to discuss your unique requirements.

Have you heard of Patent Box?

The UK Patent Box regime is designed to encourage companies to keep and commercialise their Intellectual Property (IP) in the UK. It does this by reducing the Corporation Tax rate on profits generated through patents to an effective rate of 10%.

About ForrestBrown

Our 120-strong nationwide team is at the cutting edge of innovation incentives in the UK.

A member firm of the Chartered Institute of Taxation, we combine experience gained from more than a decade at the forefront of R&D tax relief advice with deep expertise in a range of other innovation incentives. We champion professional standards in our industry and have won awards for our work.

We deliver technical advice to our clients in plain English, with practical and actionable insights which align with your business objectives, however complex.

Katy Long

Chartered tax advisers and accountants: to oversee your claim and analyse your costs.

Peter Beavis

Sector specialists: to identify project costs and the full extent of your R&D.

Mark Andrew profile pic

Quality assurance: from a dedicated team including former-HMRC inspectors.

James Dudbridge profile pic

Enquiry support: from lawyers and tax advisers to liaise with HMRC on your behalf.

Our insights

Read more

Speak to our expert team today

We’re passionate about helping our clients access the valuable funding they deserve for their innovation. Speak to our team to get started today.