What Our Clients Say

“We went for our annual review yesterday, we met a lovely lady named Charlotte Woodward who took us through our investments and guided us through what could be expected over the next twelve months... this company came highly recommended to us by a relative and we can say for sure that we have not been disappointed”

“Always an outstanding experience, Chris listens to our questions and we discuss agreeable options, so far our financial advice has funded our lifestyle our way which we are very happy with. Thanks to Chris and his team, Simon & Karen Ellison”

“I have been using Giliker Flynn for a number of years and have found them very professional in my dealings and always helpful Chris is very friendly and personable l would recommend Giliker and Flynn.”

“I have entrusted Giliker Flynn for several years to manage my private pensions and various investments. The advice and guidance I have received has always been outstandingly professional, my investments are managed meticulously and over the years they have earned my complete trust and confidence. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Giliker Flynn to anyone considering retirement and wanting the confidence to know that their investments and therefore future, is managed to an impeccable standard.”

“We found Chris and Charlotte to be professional, helpful and knowledgeable, explaining what can feel like a financial minefield in a way that was easy to understand. There was never any pressure or pushiness, and we were kept informed throughout the whole process. The service was excellent, it was easy to contact them, and we always felt that our questions were listened to and answered. We’re extremely happy with our choice of adviser and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Giliker Flynn.”

“Due to the invaluable advice from Francis, I have switched to an annuity pension for the next 5 years instead of a simple drawdown. It is Francis’s eye on the ball that enables her to give astute advice. So thank you to Fran and also to Vicky for the administration of the transition and always keeping me informed.”

“Always treated as a valued customer, information is explained in as much detail as required. I've been with this company for years and have always been very happy.”

“We found it difficult to know who to choose when looking for advice for our pensions, but we are so pleased with the choice we made. We would recommend them without hesitation.”

“The team at Giliker Flynn make the minefield of pensions and savings easy to understand and are very knowledgeable. I have known Chris for a number of years and I wish I had given him our portfolio years ago. I know we are in safe hands and I trust them with my future financial planning as we head towards retirement. Thanks to all.”

“Giliker Flynn have supported my business with our pension obligations, and also helped explain things to our team to help each individual member of staff really understand the pension benefits we have in place for them. They've always provided high levels of service and given us the confidence that we are dealing with the right pension experts.”

“I have been using Gilliker Flynn for about four years now, first of all to invest a windfall, and then, much more importantly, to help me to sort out my financial arrangements following an unexpected and unplanned early retirement. I can only say that my experience has been outstanding. Chris has in each case listened to my (somewhat idiosyncratic) demands and provided advice which gave me exactly what I wanted. His investment recommendations have been spot on and all the investments have significantly outperformed my expectations and really do provide me with full security in my retirement. I have also been extremely happy with the friendly, rapid and clear support provided by the whole Gilliker Flynn team, it seems to be a happy and efficient place. The services aren't cheap, but are completely dwarfed by the benefits that come from the high quality advice. Very happy strongly to recommend them - much the best financial advice I've ever had.”

“Very professional company, been with them for about 6 yrs, I can sit back and know that our invested funds are being well looked after.”

“Chris was very helpful. Offered a lot of advice even when our questions felt out of their normal activity. High standard of service. Thank you! Very much appreciated.”

“Excellent knowledge and service. A pleasure to deal with”

“Great service from Chris as normal thank you”

“Great service very friendly ad first rate advice and management planning”

“I have been with Giliker Flynn for many years and I have found the advice given to be first class. I would highly recommend this company for your future investments.”

“Chris is friendly, generous with his knowledge and trustworthy.”

“I have been a customer from when they first started and they are always very friendly and helpful when it comes to explaining what they are doing and why they are recommending certain options regarding my pension. Everything is always done openly and they are always willing to listen to any worries or concerns that I may have. I would highly recommend them.”

“I first had a meeting with Chris, around 18 months ago. prior to my retirement in Feb 2026. From the first meeting and subsequent meetings, Chris listened to what my retirement plans I had in mind. His advice and recommendations were completely tailored to my needs and financial projections into and through subsequent years. Chris is very professional and is supported by an excellent team. I now have the reassurance that I can enjoy my retirement, knowing that my several work pensions have been invested wisely and have secured my retirement financial needs for many years to come. Thank you Chris and also Klaudia for your excellent client service and I would have no hesitation in recommending Chris and his team to friends or family in the future.”

“Fantastic support and guidance, excellent detail in what I needed.”

“The advice provided was excellent and tailored to my personal requirement. The service was very professional. Chris got to know what I needed and what I wanted. He then explained the option available for me to . I would recommend Chris and Fran”

“Been seeing Chris at Giliker Flynn for a few years now, always receive first class service. Would fully recommend to anyone in the market who is looking for an independent wealth manager.”

“Hi found Giliker & Flynn via the Unbiased financial advice website, they match IFA's to your needs without any prejudice/misunderstanding. I met with Chris Flynn per their introduction, I found Chris very approachable. Chris put my mind at rest immediately, and I felt in safe hands to discuss my personal finance and pension needs has I approach retirement with several Pensions and investments. Thanks Chris and team for you assistance to date.”

“Chris and the team have looked after our investments for 7 years now, and we are so pleased we chose Giliker Flynn when we needed some expert advice. The team are always professional and helpful, and Chris explains our choices in a clear way to help us make informed decisions. I would thoroughly recommend to anyone looking for investment and pensions advice.”

“Received some great advice today, didn't try to sell me anything or push me in a certain direction. Really took the time to explain various different options that would suit me.”

“Thanks to Chris for his guidance on what I consider to be a complex and confusing pension scheme. He clearly explained the various options, presenting them in a way that was easier to understand. I left the consultation feeling like the clouds had lifted.”

“Chris was very helpful and knowledgeable He clarified many issues and identified different ways forward”

“I am extremely grateful for the support and professionalism shown during what was a very difficult time. Chris Flynn and his team handled my late husband’s pension transfer with care, clarity and sensitivity, and worked swiftly to ensure everything was dealt with efficiently. Communication was clear throughout and I felt reassured that everything was being handled properly. I would highly recommend their services. Thank you.”

“I would to thank Fran, Chris and the team at Giliker Flynn. The help I have received over very many years has been second to none. Very professional, yet friendly and I have always felt comfortable when we meet. I would recommend without hesitation”

“I had 2 meetings with Chris Flynn I felt totally comfortable with his pension advice .I would highly recommend Giliker Flynn.”

“5 stars”

“Excellent knowledge and service. A pleasure to deal with”

“Great friendly service no complaints very professional thank you”

“Absolutely fantastic service and advice.”

“I contacted Giliker Flynn 4years ago to get help and advise on pension options for my upcoming retirement. The various things that needed to be sorted and options available were explained well and they acted efficiently in dealing with my chosen requirements, and 4years on I still have them as my advisor.”

“We received a warm welcome on our visit Giliker Flynn. The staff were very pleasant and all seemed very happy in their work. The advice we were given has been extremely valuable to us and we certainly would have no hesitation in recommending this company.”

“I have known Francis for many years and have always had exemplary financial advice Merry Xmas”

“Before I chose Giliker Flynn to look after my pension, I looked at the reviews and recommendations and that is why I have chosen them to look after my pension investment. I can honestly say I have nothing but praise for Francis and for the work she has done since taking charge of my pension investment. I can wholeheartedly recommend Giliker Flynn and Francis. this decision based on my own personal experience”

“Very good financial advice and investment for pension planning tailored to suit my needs.”

“They are always there for you. Chris even returns calls when he is on holiday!! Can't get better service than that and the girls in the office are happy to sort things if both partners are away Excellent service 👍”

“5 stars”

“My husband and I chose Giliker Flynn because we needed professional and expert advice. We needed Chris's help with long term investments plans and we needed to understand our pension choices. Chris is excellent at explaining our options in a very clear manner to make sure we fully understood. Chris has looked after our investments for many years and we now have the security we require. I would highly recommend Chris Flynn.”

“Chose Giliker Flynn to conclude my personal pension. I had a good understanding of what I required but needed professional and expert advice and help to achieve this. Chris was absolutely thorough with his advice and recommendations. He was especially good at explaining our options and helping us understand the complexity of pension rules. Overall, a great choice and we would definitely recommend. Chris has looked after our investments for many years and we now have the security we required.”

“Highly recommend.”

“I cannot thank Giliker Flynn enough for sorting out my pensions for me, I did not know where to start and with the help of them i would still be sorting them out now,”

“I would like to thank Chris Flynn and the team at Giliker Flynn for sorting out my pension and retirement plans. A special thanks to ”

“Chris and the team at Giliker Flynn have been so helpful and knowledgeable during our dealings with them over the past few years. Chris has helped us to streamline our investments and is always happy to talk through and answer any queries we have. ”

“Fran and the team have been a great help over the last few years, helping with my investments pre retirement and now post retirement. ”

“Chris and the team at Giliker Flynn have managed my pension and investments for many years now and have always offered great advice with a highly personal and friendly. service.”

“We have used Giliker Flynn to invest our money since 2013. We find them very professional and will continue to use them.”

“I've been with Giliker Flynn for many years now both before and after my retirement. They are so approachable and have given me lots of advice over the years, and I feel they look after my money like it was their own. Great personal service, lovely people!”

“Staff are always polite on the phone and nothing is too much trouble. Excellent service through out our time with this firm.”

“Excellent service and very approachable. I would recommend them for their service.”

“I am so pleased with the way I have been treated,I came for retirement advice everything was explained in words I could understand and im kept up to date with my progress regularly.”

“Informal, relaxed everything explained well very satisfied. Would highly recommend”

“Chris helped me consolidate my pensions 6 years ago. I needed some advice recently and he was all to pleased to help. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Chris and his team.”

“I have been involved with GF for five years and it has been a very positive experience. Always great communication with good knowledgeable advice without any hard selling.”

“Chris has a wealth of knowledge and was more than able to point us in the right direction for our needs. I will certainly visit again in the future when our requirements change. ”

“We have used Giliker Flynn since 2016 and continue to be very happy with there service. Chris, Fran and their team are highly professional and go out of their way to give financial advice”

“First class company, friendly and knowledgeable, wouldn’t use anyone else”

“Very good sound advice that I acted upon. This enabled me to semi retire. Fran broke down all key features of my pensions and explained to me and also a detailed written report.Would gladly recommend Francis Giliker for all pension related queries.”

“Excellent trustworthy local company. 10/10 service,at least”

“Nice and friendly with excellent advice , highly recommended.”

“Since becoming involved with GF it has been a good experience . Good communication and no calls selling new products etc . Equally no rash promises just good advice tailored to my requirements”

“Brilliant pension advice. Explained in a clear and easy to understand manner. I would highly recommend”

“If you are not sure who to trust with your pension pot they are reliable and efficient.”

“I was introduced to Giliker Flynn by friends when looking for financial advice. Giliker Flynn have made the whole process of accessing my pension simple and easy to understand.”

“Excellent pensions advice and service. Would recommend.”

“Outstanding Pension Advice – Highly Recommended I had a fantastic experience working with Chris Flynn at Giliker Flynn for my pension planning. From the start, Chris provided clear communication and professional advice, making what can often be a complex process feel straightforward and manageable. His expertise and attention to detail gave me confidence in my financial future.”

“I went to Frances Giliker Flynn looking for pension advise, she was nothing but professional and knowledgeable, would highly recommend her to anyone”

“Had an excellent meeting with Chris, assisted by Ben. Chris explained some complex issues in a totally relatable and understandable manner. we will definitely be using the Gilliker and Flynn services in the future.”

“Such a professional and friendly service. Nothing was too much trouble and there was always somebody on hand to explain the process. Would definitely recommend them for all your financial needs.”

“being seen chris at giliker flynn for a few years now,always receive first class service.would fully recommend to anyone in the market who is looking for an independent wealth manager.”

“Excellent company very professional, everybody was very friendly & helpful & did a Excellent job of transferring my pension, I would definitely use them again & recommend there services to anyone.”

“From the outset I have been impressed with the advice I have been given. Chris is very clear with his explanations. Always impartial and accessible and highly recommended. ”

“Everything explained to me very well, kept me informed throughout the whole process. Looking forward to the future with my ongoing pension investments. Highly recommend. ”

“My experience has been fantastic and the whole team have always been helpful and understanding and they have definitely gone above an beyond what I expected ”

“Very helpful knowledgeable and friendly, answered all my questions and all the advice I could have needed. A very pleasant service. ”

“Chris and the team gave me very professional impartial advice on my pension and lifestyle choices...recommended! ”

“Frances has provided excellent and sensible advice. Always easy to contact if required. Recommended”

“Chris is extremely generous with his time and a very knowledgeable and personable advisor.”

“My husband and I have trusted Chris with our money and investments for almost ten years. We have found Chris to be professional, approachable and reliable. We would recommend Giliker Flynn to anyone seeking sound advice regarding their financial affairs.”

“I'd like to take this opportunity to publicly thank Chris and his team for guiding me through the pension minefield. Before meeting Chris, I was finding the whole process of sorting out what to do with my 'pot' a little daunting to say the least. I read all the relevant information from 'Pension Wise' & 'Bee' but felt completely at ease with my first F2F with Chris. He explained what was available and gave unbiased recommendations for me to consider.”

“We were given the details of Giliker Flynn from a relative who said they were worth talking too. We made an appointment to see Chris,”

“Honesty is a value hard to find at times and Chris and his team have it in spades. Chris and his team helped with a pension review for me to ensure that the products that I have are working for me. ”

“I met Chis Flynn to discuss my investment options and found him to be likeable, knowledgeable and honest. He did not try to hard sell any one policy and was completely open and frank about our dilemma.”

“Friendly, professional and very efficient. They explained my options clearly and were open and honest about the charges involved and the benefits they provide. ”

“Have dealt with Chris and Debbie for a few months for pensions advice. The advice from Chris was easy to understand, he took the time to really understand my goals ”

“Giliker Flynn are our preferred referral Partner for Pensions and Retirement Planning. Their Chartered values and the standards they achieve makes GF stand out knowing your future financial goals can be accomplished. ”

“We would like to say a big thank you to Chris and the rest of the lovely team at Giliker Flynn for helping us navigate through the minefield of our pensions. ”

“I have been with this company for a number of years now, always had very good service, annual reviews and constant updates. ”

“WHAT CAN I SAY. BRILLIANT FROM START TO FINISH CHRIS MERGED MY SIX PENSIONS INTO ONE, NOW I HAVE A MONTHLY INCOME WHICH IS WHAT I WAS AFTER. NICE FRIENDLY PEOPLE. ”

“I was recommended to Giliker Flynn and I would also highly recommend them, at every step in my pension process they have been absolutely professional with excellent advice and communication”

“I have been with Giliker Flynn for many years and I have found the advice given to be first class. I would highly recommend this company for your future investments.”

“We found the service from Chris Flynn of Giliker Flynn Independent Wealth Ltd to be prompt, professional and very informative combined with friendliness you won't go far wrong. ”

“Frances is always there to share her expert advice with me if I need it and the Company is extremely professional.”

“It was a very easy process with all aspects explained and time taken to explore what was needed and agree overall objectives. Would recommend. ”

“Excellent service. Very Professional. Very informative and put our minds at rest for our retirement.”

“A very professional and friendly company , explaining everything in great detail and offer a excellent service. Would strongly recommend this company. ”

“Very good service highly recommended and professional answered all my questions and always ready to spend time with me.”

“A very helpful and professional service given,with no pressure. I was very satisfied with the support and products recommended.”

“Giliker Flynn have done an amazing job sorting out my multiple pensions. Chris is very patient and knowledgeable and went through all my financials in order to best advise me moving forward in to my retirement. ”

“I needed some advice on my various pension plans, Chris and his team at Giliker Flynn were extremely helpful. The customer service I received was excellent, professional and friendly. I was constantly updated throughout the process and I can't recommend these guys highly enough!!!”

“Chose Giliker Flynn to conclude my personal pension. I had a good understanding of what I required but needed professional and expert advice and help to achieve this. ”

“Although I was a little apprehensive of discussing important financial matters with an advisor, I found Chris Flynn very approachable, knowledgeable and comfortable to deal with. ”

“My husband and I highly recommend Giliker and Flynn we have been using their services for a many years. They have always delivered a very reliable,”

“Well what can I say people are always apprehensive when dealing with money, that was me when I went to Giliker Flynn to get advise on what to do when I retire regarding investments, pensions.”

“I wanted advice and help regarding setting up two annuity pensions and Frances was really helpful in sorting this out. She really listened to us and didn't try and sell us anything inappropriate, ”

“Chris was recommended to me by a current client, Chris is very professional and listened to what I had to say.”

“Had meetings with Chris Flynn of Giliker Flynn regarding my various pensions and incomes. He was very knowledgeable and took the time to explain all of our options and produced documentation in plain English and to the timescale he stated and subsequently set everything up for us. Very pleased, would highly recommend Giliker Flynn.”

“We found the service was Excellent, Frances and the staff especially Vicky were very polite and efficient and we were kept well informed during the whole process of our pension transfers. Would not hesitate to recommend Giliker Flynn.”

“Chris attended to my explanations of what advice I was looking for. His advice was pertinent and given in a completely professional way. We came to the conclusion that my financial arrangements were appropriate for my lifestyle. ”

“We have dealt with Giliker Flynn Independent Wealth Ltd for a number of years now and find them very professional and knowledgeable on all aspects of financial advice and investments . We would highly recommend them if you are wanting any advice on your pension and are considering making any investments for your future”

“I met Fran in October following a brief telephone call about my enquiry. I was looking for specialist advice about transferring my DB pension. Fran immediately put me at ease, and knew exactly what I wanted.”

“I recently approached Giliker Flynn after my existing Financial Advisors were unable to accommodate my particular financial requirement. ”

“To Chris and everyone working with Chris. Thank you . From start to finish my experience with you all has been A1. Professional, excellent communication. ”

“Frans dealt with my pension exchange, she was very supportive and helped me through the process with no stress. I was impressed with the speed of the transfer. I would highly recommend them”

“I approached Giliker and Flynn in order to sort and unlock my pension. They did a fantastic job. I had a free consultation in which my options for my pension were explained to me in a way that was easy to understand. I felt at ease straight away with the professiona”

“Giliker Flynn helped me with transferring a defined benefit pension due to serious ill health. The advice given was first class, excellent communication and extremely efficient.”

“I cant recommend Giliker Flynn highly enough. From my initial consultation Fran and the team have talked me through every step of the process.”

“Giliker Flynn manage my pension and have done for many years and I have always been very happy with the advice that I have received. Frances and Chris are friendly, knowledgeable and explain everything in a way that I can understand.”

“Having been a customer for over 15 years through good market times and bad I can only state that there is always an exceptional service always professionally managed and excellent attention to detail ”

“Giliker Flynn have helped and advised me over many years. They assisted me through redundancy issues with a pension fund and helped sort me out grouping pension pots when I finally retired in 2016. ”

“I can't recommend the team at Giliker Flynn Independent Wealth enough. The Communication from start to finish was exceptional.”

“I would whole heartedly recommend their services and have advised friends who have also used their services and their lives have been enhanced also. Many thanks to Fran and her brilliant team.”