How to Forfeit a Commercial Lease: A Step-by-Step Guide

forfeit a commercial lease

Forfeiting a commercial lease is a powerful legal remedy available to landlords when a tenant breaches the terms of their lease—most commonly for non-payment of rent. However, the process must be handled carefully and lawfully to avoid claims of unlawful eviction or trespass. Understanding how to forfeit a commercial lease is essential for landlords facing […]

West Country Bailiffs Are Excited To Be Attending The Mid Devon Landlord Event

Landlord

West Country Bailiffs is pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Landlord Networking Event 2025, taking place on Wednesday, 14 May 2025, from 4pm to 9pm at The Corn Barn, Cullompton. Now in its fourth year, this highly regarded event is designed specifically for local property landlords looking to grow, manage, and protect their rental portfolios with confidence. Whether […]

Evicting a Tenant – How To Step-by-Step Guide and FAQs

Evicting a Tenant

Evicting a tenant is never an easy decision, but sometimes it becomes a necessary step to protect your property and income. Whether due to rent arrears, antisocial behaviour, or breaches of tenancy, it’s vital that landlords follow the correct legal procedures to ensure a smooth, compliant eviction process when evicting a tenant. At West Country Bailiffs, […]

Can the Legal System Cope with the Renters Reform Bill? My Perspective as a Bailiff Expert

Renters Reform Bill

Recently, I was invited by Landlord Today to share my insights on whether the UK legal system is prepared to manage the forthcoming challenges posed by the Renters Reform Bill. This significant piece of legislation, designed to enhance tenant protections, proposes several key changes — most notably, the abolition of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions. The intention behind […]

Unlocking Opportunities in Commercial Lease Forfeiture Insights

Commercial Lease Forfeiture

At West Country Bailiffs, we specialise in Commercial Lease Forfeiture across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Wiltshire and Somerset. With over 30 years’ experience in enforcement, property, and security services, we understand how important it is for landlords to quickly regain control of their commercial properties when tenants fall into rent arrears. As a landlord in the South West, understanding the nuances […]

Successful CRAR by West Country Bailiffs: A Case Study

CRAR

In today’s business landscape, managing commercial properties can be challenging, especially when tenants fall behind on their rent payments. For landlords, this can lead to significant financial strain and a loss of control over the property. However, with the right support, it’s possible to recover outstanding debts in a legal and effective manner. In this […]

Successful Removal of 2 Trespassers and Horse Box from Farm Land in the Cotswolds

Trespassers

At West Country Bailiffs, we are committed to providing professional, efficient, and legal solutions to landowners facing issues with trespassers and unlawful occupation of their land. One of our recent cases involved the removal of trespassers and their horse box from a client’s farm land, where we successfully applied common law procedures to resolve the […]