09/09/2026
Another iconic Preston landmark πβ
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5 Ribblesdale Place, the home of Whitehead & Aldrich. A quick walk from Avenham Park and an even quicker walk from Holy Grounds!
We began as accountants in Preston in 1906, but weβre not stuck in the past. We aim to provide a modern approach to Accountancy - adding value to YOUR business.
Accounting practices may have changed and technology has certainly moved on but our fundamental values of customer support, along with our determination to keep up to date. Whitehead & Aldrich are proactive Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors based in Preston, Lancashire. Also follow us on Twitter @WA_Accountants
09/09/2026
Another iconic Preston landmark πβ
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5 Ribblesdale Place, the home of Whitehead & Aldrich. A quick walk from Avenham Park and an even quicker walk from Holy Grounds!
08/09/2026
What happens behind closed doors in an accountancy practice...β
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Usually nothing tremendously exciting. Calculator action, phone calls, lots of typing and occasionally the murder of an office plant π¬β
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We understand not everyone wants to get their head down and study the numbers, so leave it to us and you can get on with running your business.
02/09/2026
Can you name this vintage accounting accessory? π€β
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No, it's not actually a handy doorstop! Although, it does the job!
01/09/2026
Did you know we have worked with some clients for over 50 years? β
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That's two generations of accountants working with a business, or one really old accountant... β
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We, just like this very happy client, enjoy forging partnerships. We get to know more than just the numbers π
27/08/2026
Sir Robert Peel enjoying the sunshine ahead of the long weekend, because as of next week (meteorological) it's autumn πβ
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As we enter the final month of Q3, are you on top of your bookkeeping? With MTD now in full flow it's more important than ever to manage those receipts and invoices!
25/08/2026
Meet Donna (if you haven't already) the second half of our welcoming comity πβ
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Donna and Sarah work together to keep the WA offices running smoothly. Welcoming guests, handling calls, ensuring the grandfather clock is wound daily, ensuring all bean counters are kept in check.β
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It's tough, but they do an ace job!
21/08/2026
Government reforms to small business finance will mean expansion for the Growth Guarantee Scheme.β
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The scheme will be upscaled to facilitate an addciaiotnal Β£2 billion of SME lending per year by 2028/29.β
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It's estimated that these changes will support an additional 12,000 SMEs.
17/08/2026
Our Sarah, a fantastic member of the team and an excellent brew maker! Which is essential for those early morning meetings on a Monday βοΈ
14/08/2026
No seriously, as far as accountants go, we're pretty fun! πβ
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If you're looking for a local team of accountants that understand the numbers but know when not to take themselves too seriously, look no further!
12/08/2026
Preston sun traps. Exhibit 1: Miller Park πβ
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A heatwave destination that's perfectly located between Avenham Park Cafe and the Conti. Depending on what you fancy, decides which direction you head π
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