Couple secure six-figure funding to help purchase Halesowen fencing contractor
A couple have turned their long-held aspiration of owning a business into reality after securing a six-figure loan to gain ownership of a fencing business.
Tony and Helen Foster bought Lawnswood Fencing Ltd in Halesowen after receiving funding from West Midlands lender BCRS Business Loans to assist with the purchase, which has safeguarded the jobs of all 24 employees.
Lawnswood Fencing is a specialist in the manufacture and supply of premium quality fencing and fencing products. The company supplies and fits garden, decorative and security fencing and also stocks a vast range of garden and decorative timber products. As well as supplying domestic customers, the business supplies local gardeners, fencing companies and local authorities, fitting fencing for schools, colleges and hospitals.
The company was established in 1972 by Fred and Roger Cowley, father and son. Tony Foster became a part of the business in 1989 and, 12 years ago, started co-running the company alongside Sarah, Roger’s daughter. Tony has been a director and shareholder since 2001, and his wife, Helen, joined the company eight years ago.