Sector consultancy for operators, investors and landowners in hospitality.
Feasibility studies, business planning, due diligence and growth strategy for hospitality and tourism ventures across Scotland, grounded in how the sector really trades.
Significant decisions deserve a careful independent opinion.
Buying a hotel, converting a steading into a lodge, adding a second site: each decision commits real money and takes years to prove. We help you test the idea against the market and the numbers before you commit.
Our work is independent. We do not sell properties, franchises or equipment, so our recommendation is whatever the evidence supports, including a recommendation not to proceed.
Anyone making a major decision about buying, building, financing or growing a hospitality business.
A clear recommendation supported by market evidence, financial forecasts and a risk assessment.
Site visits, market data, interviews and financial modelling, presented in plain English.
Strategic support for the sector
Market and feasibility studies
Test demand, competition and seasonality before capital is committed.
- Visitor and local demand analysis
- Competitor and rate benchmarking
- Realistic trading forecasts
- Site and concept options
Business planning and funding readiness
Business plans and financial models that stand up to lender scrutiny.
- Multi-year forecasts and cash flow
- Funding structure options
- Lender-ready presentation packs
- Support at lender meetings
Acquisition due diligence
An operational, physical and trading review of a business before you buy it.
- Review of trading history and accounts
- Condition and compliance overview
- Staffing and contract review
- Valuation considerations and risks
Sustainability and energy strategy
Practical steps to reduce running costs and meet guest and lender expectations.
- Energy and waste cost review
- Efficiency and investment priorities
- Sustainable sourcing options
- Guest-facing communication
Multi-site and group strategy
Standards, central functions and reporting for operators growing beyond one site.
- Operating model and standards
- Central purchasing and systems
- Management structure
- Performance reporting
Brand and visitor strategy
Position your business for the right visitors in Highland, island, city and coastal markets.
- Brand and proposition review
- Seasonality and extension strategies
- Partnerships and packages
- Marketing priorities
Experience across the visitor economy
From question to decision
Define the question
Agree the decision to be made, the evidence needed and the deadline.
Gather evidence
Site visits, market data, interviews and financial review.
Analyse and test
Scenarios, sensitivities and risk.
Recommend
A clear recommendation, with a plan if you proceed.
Before you get in touch
Straightforward answers to what clients usually ask first. For anything else, send us an enquiry.
Are you independent of suppliers and agents?
Yes. We do not sell properties, equipment or franchises. Our advice follows the evidence.
Can you prepare a pack for my bank?
Yes. We prepare business plans and financial models in the format lenders expect, and can attend meetings.
Do you cover the Highlands and Islands specifically?
We advise across Scotland. Rural and island businesses have particular seasonality, staffing and transport issues, and we plan for them directly.
What if the idea does not stack up?
Then we tell you, and explain why. A clear no is cheaper than a failed venture.
Often combined with this service
Tell us about your project.
A few lines is enough. We will reply with first thoughts and suggest a sensible next step.
- Email[email protected]
- Telephone01343 508100
- Office25a High Street, Elgin, Scotland, IV30 1EE
- ResponseWe reply to every enquiry promptly with a suggested next step.