Client Testimonials

  • I wanted to thank Graeme. He arranged income protection and life insurance recently for us. He was very thorough in understanding our needs, analysing our finances and searching the market for a range of approaches and products to meet our needs. These were presented and explained clearly allowing us to make an informed decision to secure our family finances. He was also very agile to our complicated circumstances and National legislation.  We particularly appreciated that he kept in touch to advise on upcoming changes in the industry, which had an effect on our policies, allowing us to react and be ahead of these to our benefit. Thank

    Client Tim
  • Keith Jennings has looked after my financial affairs for more than twenty years. His advice has always been well thought through and sound.

    I have no hesitation in recommending Cathedral City Financial Services.

    Client David
  • I just wanted to say a big thank you to Graeme at Cathedral City Financial Services. He very thoroughly searched the whole of the market to find us very competitive life insurance and income protection,  which suits our needs perfectly. He was very professional in clearly explaining the different products and options in plain English. He was very understanding and happy to talk through any questions we had, whatever they happened to be. Thank you Graeme, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to others. 

    Client Lisa
  • No one understands the fluctuations of the financial market better than they do so whether you are a cautious or bold investor they will shape your portfolio to suit.

    Client Myles
  • I've been a client of Keith Jennings now for around twenty years, certainly well before the time PEP's were replaced by ISA's, in order to make the most of tax-free investment
    wrappings. In my early years with Keith, I had help in getting the best deal from a modest annuity. In the difficult times following the 2008 downturn ready help was forthcoming in steering
    investment into Bonds for stability, then, when markets recovered, guidance was available in returning to the equities market. Of course, there is now much uncertainty regarding world trade, but I'm confident that when the time is right to resume investment, I'll

    Client Graham
  • Had dealt with Keith many years ago when first brought our house, shortly after mortgage finished, he contacted us out of the blue, to set up a meeting, This is when we met Graeme (keiths son )
    who advised us on policies going forward, and with keith to plan and improve our pensions. Have not stopped recommending the services we have been provided with on this the second time around, and would encourage anyone to contact them.

     

    Client Jonathan & Julie
  • I have used Cathedral City Financial Services for over 25 years, they all always given me good honest advice from mortgages to investments this is why I always recommend them to friends and family and continue to use their services today.

    Client Martin
  • Keith Jennings has professionally and successfully managed the retirement fund of my wife and I for the last 17 years.

    Client Peter
  • Had thoroughly professional advice on investments for many years. Service has always been very helpful and friendly.

    Client Richard
  • I have known Keith for 26yrs. First as a patient and well-informed financial adviser and now as a helpful friend. He has always been understanding of my concerns and explains any questions i might have in an easy to follow, fair and balanced way. I have complete trust in Keith's advice and guidance and appreciate his honesty, kindness and support.

    Client Sue

Our Team

Find out more about our experienced team members.

Christopher Downham

Director

Chris joined the industry in 1985 and after progressing through various management positions ended up in the role of Senior Regional Manager within one of the largest life and pensions companies in the UK. He left this position in 2004 and joined Beard & Coles first as an adviser and then as a Director. As well as advising clients on a day to day basis Chris has been key to the growth and development of Beard & Coles through his experience in managing and developing people.

He is now focused on the growth of Warwick Road Financial Services drawing on all his previous experience and believes that they can become a reference company for financial advice.

Graeme Jennings

Financial Adviser

Having studied Business Economics at The University of Exeter I spent the next several years working and travelling around the world in a variety of management roles.

I started my career managing in the hospitality industry in New York, followed by 5 years in the oil industry with BP New Zealand in Wellington and in the UK at BP UK’s head office in Milton Keynes.

Immediately prior to my career in financial services I spent 3 years with Nestle UK, managing one of their key accounts for their supply chain team in their petcare division Purina.

I started my Financial Services journey in May 2019 by enrolling on Quilter’s Financial Adviser School course, joining Cathedral City Financial Services that July and graduating the following summer. Throughout my time I have built up my technical knowledge and expertise in mortgages, protection, investments and retirement planning advising a number of clients along the way.

I have recently enrolled on a Pension Transfer qualification starting in February 2021 which will further enhance my knowledge and skills and enhance our firm’s offering.

I enjoy really getting to know our clients and helping them when they need us the most and being there for them during the tough times.

My favourite part of the job is creating a bespoke solution for them, knowing their financial situation has been improved.

I take real pride in the service our firm offers and the care and dedication we have for our clients.