Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Property Surveyors for Licensed & Leisure Sectors
Established in 1998, Matthew Phillips Surveyors has built a reputation as a specialist consultancy dedicated to the licensed and leisure property sector. Our expertise spans the sale, letting, and acquisition of public houses, restaurants, hotels, and development sites, supported by valuation advice and lease-related services. With over 30 years of combined experience, our team delivers a client-focused approach, prioritising flexibility and hands-on service. We serve a diverse client base including major corporate entities like Marstons, Punch Taverns, and Whitbread, alongside private sector clients. Our commitment to professionalism is underscored by our Chartered Surveyor qualifications and a deep understanding of market dynamics.Operating from Lichfield, we provide tailored solutions for property transactions across the UK. Our track record includes advising on high-value assets such as the Prince Albert Hotel in Wolverhampton and development sites in Bristol and Gloucestershire. We maintain transparency in all dealings, ensuring clients receive accurate market insights and strategic guidance. Our services extend to rent reviews, lease renewals, and development opportunities, reflecting our comprehensive industry knowledge. By focusing on niche sectors, we combine specialist expertise with personalised service to meet evolving client needs.
Services
Sales
Lettings
Acquisitions
Valuation Advice
Rent Reviews
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialist experience in licensed property sectors
- Our team holds Chartered Surveyor qualifications with niche market expertise
- We provide tailored advice for complex pub, hotel, and development transactions
- Proven track record with major clients like Marstons and Whitbread
- We combine national reach with local market knowledge across the UK
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Sales
We specialise in facilitating sales of licensed premises, hotels, and development sites across the UK. Our team provides market analysis, pricing strategy, and transaction management. Clients benefit from our sector-specific knowledge and extensive buyer network.
Lettings
Our letting services cover commercial leases for pubs, restaurants, and leisure properties. We handle tenant sourcing, lease negotiations, and property marketing. Clients receive ongoing management support and market rental advice.
Acquisitions
We assist buyers in acquiring licensed and leisure properties with due diligence, valuation, and negotiation services. Our local market expertise ensures informed investment decisions. Clients access off-market opportunities and development sites.
Valuation Advice
We provide RICS-compliant valuations for pubs, hotels, and commercial properties. Our reports support transactions, financing, and tax purposes. Clients receive accurate market assessments based on sector-specific data and transaction trends.
Rent Reviews
Our rent review services include lease analysis, market comparisons, and negotiation support. We ensure fair rental assessments aligned with current market conditions. Clients benefit from our dispute resolution expertise and legal compliance guidance.
People
Matt Phillips
Founder & Chartered Surveyor
Established the firm in 1998 with 30+ years' experience in licensed property sector. Specialises in pub and hotel transactions, providing strategic advisory services. Maintains hands-on approach to client relationships and market analysis.
Questions
What property types do you specialise in?
We focus on licensed premises (pubs, bars), hotels, restaurants, and related development sites across the UK.
How can you help with pub acquisitions?
We provide site sourcing, valuation, due diligence, and negotiation services for pub purchases, leveraging our market expertise.
Do you handle commercial lease renewals?
Yes, we manage rent reviews and lease renewals for licensed properties, ensuring fair market terms and legal compliance.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide with particular expertise in West Midlands, Staffordshire, Gloucestershire, and Leicestershire markets.
Are your valuations RICS-certified?
Yes, our Chartered Surveyors provide RICS-compliant valuations for all property types we handle.
