about us

Stonesmith are leading business transfer agents specialising in the sale and acquisition of a wide range freehold and leasehold licensed businesses including pubs, hotels and catering businesses throughout the South West incorporating Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset.

In addition to our busy agency department we are experienced Chartered Surveyors and valuers able to offer a wide range of professional services including valuations, landlord and tenant advice, acquisition services and development appraisals.

Based in Exeter, our specialist team have over 80 years combined experience in dealing with licensed businesses in the Westcountry and we pride ourselves as being able to offer a high degree of personal and professional service to all of our clients.

Richard Shaw

Richard Shaw MRICS
Director - Professional Services

Mike Phillips

Mike Phillips
Director - Agency

Joan Sowden

Joan Sowden
Administration - Agency

Jon Stone

Jon Stone FRICS
Director - Professional Services & Agency

Wendy Graver

Wendy Graver
Administration - Professional Services

Sue Stone

Sue Stone
Marketing & Promotion

“ Thank you for your advice and assistance with the disposal of the old Parish Hall. Your thoughtful, targeted marketing campaign, with all the relevant information etc, worked really well. Once again, sincere thanks for your contribution towards completion of our long awaited modern community facility. ”

Howard Milton - Project Manager, Kenn Parish Hall