Hazelton Mountford, Worcester's privately-owned chartered insurance brokers, has acquired White Knight Group's customer book of business.

The deal marks the second acquisition in the last five years for the firm, whose sights are set on steady growth across the region.

The new Lydney-based business is the third location for the brokerage, with their headquarters in Bank Street, Worcester and a well-established office in Evesham, serving The Vale and The Cotswolds.

Hazelton Mountford's reputation for expertise in general commercial, property, haulage & transport and not for profit insurance has led to the expansion of the company through ambitious plans over the last few years, allowing the business to be agile in its approach to insurance solutions.

Gordon Hazelton, group managing director,, said: "The team are proud to announce the most recent acquisition, allowing us to move forward into 2025 with strength and an enviable ability to provide solutions across multiple regions. Our new Lydney base, led by existing team member Michelle Howells, will serve the Forest of Dean and beyond."

Michelle, who will continue to manage accounts from the Lydney office, said: "It will be business as usual for our clients, with no need to worry. We're looking to consolidate and then grow our presence in the area over the coming years, and I'm here to support that plan."