Once you have been awarded a County Court Judgment (CCJ) you may realise that this is only the first step to getting your money back. West Country Bailiffs can assist in recovering the money you are owed by transferring your case to the High Court to obtain a writ of control. We know this can be an unfamiliar process for most claimants and our support alongside years of experience can be invaluable.
West Country Bailiffs have developed our Gold standard – Fixed Fee Enforcement, this means we can be completely transparent about the costs of enforcement and we are able to offer our clients a fully inclusive service.
Our Gold Standard Enforcement service includes:
The South West Enforcement Experts
With over 30 years experience, West Country Bailiffs are regarded as a leading provider of high court enforcement services nationwide.
From our strategic locations in the West Country, our nationwide enforcement experts offer an unrivalled High Court Enforcement service. Catering to businesses, local councils, and individuals, we adeptly manage debt recovery post-CCJ.
In collaboration with our committed agents, we foster enduring relationships, ensuring successful debt resolutions.
Begin by moving your CCJ to the High Court, a seamless process we’ll handle.
Ensure the debtor receives a Notice of Enforcement, sent via trusted Royal Mail services.
Our experienced Enforcement Agents make up to three visits, ensuring compliance and facilitating recovery.
Contact us today for a quote.
Our comprehensive Gold Standard Enforcement covers High Court transfers to dedicated case management and elusive debtor traces, all seamlessly managed by us.
High Court Enforcement is the process of enforcing a County Court Judgment (CCJ) or High Court Judgmentthrough a Writ of Control. This allows our High Court Enforcement Agents (HCEAs) (often known as bailiffs) to recover the outstanding judgment debt directly from the debtor or seize goods to the value of the debt.
At West Country Bailiffs, we specialise in High Court Enforcement and work swiftly to recover debts owed to individuals, landlords, and businesses across England and Wales.
Any County Court Judgment with a value of £600 or more (including costs and interest) can be transferred to the High Court for enforcement, provided it is not regulated by the Consumer Credit Act (CCA).
Once transferred, our enforcement agents can act on behalf of the claimant to recover the money owed.
Once we receive your instruction, we usually obtain the Writ of Control within 2–4 weeks.
After the writ is sealed by the High Court, a Notice of Enforcement is issued to the debtor, giving them 7 clear days to make payment in full.
If they fail to pay within that period, our certificated enforcement agents will attend their premises to take payment or seize goods.
No. You don’t need to start a new claim, we simply transfer your existing County Court Judgment to the High Court for enforcement.
Our team handles all paperwork and court applications on your behalf, saving you time and effort.
If the debtor fails to pay after the Notice of Enforcement, our agents will attend the property to take control of goods.
Goods may be removed and sold at auction to satisfy the debt, including enforcement costs, interest, and any further fees.
In cases where the debtor is insolvent or bankrupt, we will advise you immediately and assist you in registering your claim with the Official Receiver.
Yes. We enforce judgments against both private individuals and commercial entities.
Our enforcement agents are experienced in attending business premises to recover debts or seize company assets where necessary.
We can enforce:
County Court Judgments (CCJs) over £600
High Court Judgments
Employment Tribunal Awards (once converted to a judgment)
Tribunal or arbitration awards registered in the High Court
High Court Enforcement Agents act much faster than County Court bailiffs and have greater powers under a Writ of Control.
Key benefits include:
Faster response times and national coverage
Authority to seize goods or collect payments on-site
Interest continues to accrue on your judgment until paid
Professional reporting and updates throughout the process
Yes. You’ll receive regular updates at every stage, from the application for the writ, through notice service, to enforcement visits and outcomes.
We pride ourselves on transparency and clear communication.
To begin, simply provide a copy of your County Court Judgment and confirm your instruction in writing.
Our finance team will then issue the invoice for the transfer fee, and once payment is received, your case will be passed to our Transfers Team to begin the High Court application.
Once the writ is issued, our enforcement agents will handle all further stages of the recovery process.
Experienced High Court Enforcement Officers and certificated agents
Fast and professional recovery of judgment debts
Fixed, transparent fees
Nationwide coverage and proven results
End-to-end support — from paperwork to payment
Get in touch and one of our enforcement experts will be happy to help!
Head Office
Head Office:
Second Floor
Old Bank Chambers
Fore Street, St Marychurch
Torquay, Devon
TQ1 4PR
Cornwall Office:
Penstraze Business Centre
Truro
Cornwall
TR4 8PN
Bristol Office:
Newminster House
29 Baldwin Street
Bristol
Avon
BS1 1LT
