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Here you can find CAPA’s latest appointments to undertake forensic audits, as well as instructions for property services from a range of blue-chip clients including retailers, insolvency practitioners, leisure operators, banks and venture capitalists.

  • Harvey Nichols & Co Ltd (in admin)

    Harvey Nichols entered administration and was rescued by Frasers Group in August 2026 through a pre-pack deal that saved more than 1,000 jobs.

    It is understood that Frasers Group acquired six UK stores (Knightsbridge, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, and Manchester), along with inventory, online operations, and international franchises. The OXO Tower restaurant was excluded from the sale.

    Administrators FTI have appointed CAPA to carry out a property audit across the portfolio.

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  • Stiled Ltd (in CVL)

    Stiled Ltd (which operated or held major connections to tile retail brands such as Tile Giant, Tile Choice, and Crown Tiles) faced severe trading headwinds due to a general decline in the UK DIY and construction sectors, combined with intense online competition.

    The wider group structure, including Stiled Holdings Ltd, originally entered administration in February 2025. Although various pre‑pack rescue deals were attempted to preserve jobs and retail sites, the entities ultimately succumbed to sustained financial pressure, resulting in the commencement of the formal CVL process.

    Liquidator Jonathan Amor of Azets Holdings Ltd, Leeds, has appointed CAPA to carry out a rates audit across the remaining 16 retail outlets.

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  • J AND J Crump and Son Ltd (in CVL)

    J & J Crump & Son Ltd, a UK‑based home energy efficiency and insulation company headquartered in Killamarsh, has entered into a CVL.

    Liquidators Begbies Traynor have appointed CAPA to review the commercial rates across five properties.

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  • E-Bikes Direct (in admin)

    MTF Enterprises Limited, a bike and e‑bike supplier trading as E‑Bikes Direct, fell into administration last week, with Glyn Mummery and Julie Humphrey of FRP Advisory appointed as joint administrators.

    CAPA has been appointed to carry out a full audit, including nine properties occupied by the retailer.

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  • Lakeland Leather

    Felldale Retail, that operated several Lakeland Leather stores, has been voluntarily liquidated.

    The business previously ran Lakeland Leather stores across the UK on behalf of Lakeland Fashion Limited, which owns the ‘Lakeland Leather’ heritage brand.

    Liquidators PKF LittleJohn advisors have appointed CAPA to carry out a rates audit over 8 properties.

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  • 33rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

    CAPA attended and sponsored the 33rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament in memory of Bernice and Philip Frieze.

    The Family Support Fund raised more than $530,000 to help families receiving care at Boston Children's Hospital cover critical non-medical expenses. Over the past 33 years, this event has raised more than $7.6 million, making a meaningful difference in the lives of countless families.

    You can see memorable moments from the event here Video



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  • Fairoak Foods Ltd (in admin)

    Kelly Mitchell and Alyson Richards from Quantuma were appointed Joint Administrators over Fairoak Foods Ltd, a premium private-label food manufacturer based in Woking, Surrey.

    Established in 2011, Fairoak Foods is a manufacturer of high-quality chef led food ranging from vegan soups to pasta and stews, specialising in premium small batch cooking. The company services both premium retail and premium food customers, working in close partnership with leading retailers, brands, and food service operators. Its end-to-end capabilities include product development, sourcing, manufacturing and supply chain management. The Company takes a chef-driven approach to innovation, ensuring restaurant-quality food is delivered at scale and employs around 60 staff.

    CAPA have been appointed to carry out an rates audit over the property portfolio occupied by the Company.

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  • 33rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

    CAPA are delighted to be sponsoring and attending the Family Support Funds 33rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament benefiting Boston Children's Hospital on July 13th, 2026 at Pinehill's Golf Club, Plymouth, MA.

    The tournament is in memory of Bernice and Philip Frieze. Bernice and Philip Frieze founded the Family Support Fund benefiting Boston Children’s Hospital in 1974 to help families whose children are treated at the hospital. The fund provides assistance for their emergency needs and the indirect expenses of a child’s diagnosis, treatment and hospitalization, which are often not covered by insurance or any government programs.

    The fund helped Boston Children's Hospital disburse over $800,000 in 2025 and supported:

    • Monthly bills for 400 families to meet basic but vital needs including water, electricity, fuel/gas
    • More than $225,000 for either temporary family housing or monthly rent or mortgage payments
    • More than 2,000 vouchers for hospital's food court
    • 2,200 rides covered for essential medical transportation
    • More than 3,000 gift cards for essentials

    https://web.cvent.com/event/8db19984-84b3-4f8a-8506-705c5e2521f0/summary

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  • Surface Transforms Plc (in admin)

    Surface Transforms PLC, the experts in the development and production of carbon-ceramic materials and the UK’s only manufacturer of carbon-ceramic brakes for automotive use has entered administration.

    Michael Magnay, Jonny Marston, and Joanna Bull, of global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal, were appointed joint administrators.

    CAPA have been engaged to carry out an rates audit on the companies property.

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  • Road and Rally (in admin)

    Automotive parts and accessories retailer Road & Rally, previously operating from an HQ in Northampton and a storefront in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, has recently gone into administration.

    Administrators FRP have appointed CAPA to carry out a review of rates on the 5 sites.

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