Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Private Investigator & Process Server in Fareham
Bascombe International has been delivering expert private investigation and process serving services since 1929, establishing itself as one of the UK's longest-operating firms in this field. Founded by former police detective Peter Bascombe, our team comprises highly skilled investigators with backgrounds in law enforcement and military operations, ensuring the highest standards of professionalism and discretion. We specialise in evidence gathering, surveillance, tracing, due diligence, and process serving, supporting legal, corporate, and private clients nationwide. Our commitment to leveraging advanced technology and proven methodologies enables us to provide factual, actionable intelligence tailored to each client's unique needs.With a network of agents across the UK and international capabilities, we ensure timely and reliable service delivery, backed by a no-trace-no-fee guarantee for select services. Our dedication to ethical practices and client satisfaction has earned us long-standing partnerships with solicitors, local authorities, and corporate entities. As proud supporters of Rowans Hospice, we balance our professional excellence with community responsibility, ensuring our clients receive not only results but also a service rooted in integrity and compassion.
Services
Evidence Gathering
Process Serving
Surveillance
Tracing
Due Diligence
Details
- Year established: 1929
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of combined experience in civil procedures and criminal law.
- Our network of ex-police and military investigators ensures high-quality, discreet service.
- We offer a no-trace-no-fee agreement for select tracing services.
- We provide nationwide coverage with rapid document serving within days of instruction.
- Our team delivers tailored solutions for legal, corporate, and private client needs.
What people say
Efficient and speedy
Friendly and reliable
Exceptional commitment
Trusted business partner
Effective service
Services
Evidence Gathering
Our evidence gathering service meticulously collects factual data to support legal or corporate cases. Using covert surveillance, witness tracing, and digital forensics, we compile comprehensive reports admissible in court. Clients benefit from our investigators' expertise in separating fact from fiction to establish clear timelines and actionable intelligence.
Process Serving
Process serving ensures timely legal document delivery nationwide via our agent network. We specialise in court orders, injunctions, and statutory demands, with a 90-year track record of compliance and reliability. Clients receive fixed pricing and rapid service completion, often within days of instruction.
Surveillance
Our surveillance service employs advanced techniques like covert observation and cyber monitoring to track individuals' behaviour. With ex-police and military-trained operatives, we deliver factual evidence for personal or corporate investigations, operating locally and internationally to meet client needs.
Tracing
Tracing services utilise state-of-the-art technology to locate individuals or assets for debt recovery or personal matters. We offer bespoke packages with a no-trace-no-fee guarantee, ensuring secure data handling and cost-effective solutions tailored to client budgets.
Due Diligence
Due diligence investigations assess business risks for mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships. Our global network conducts financial forensics, background checks, and asset tracing to uncover potential issues, providing clients with critical insights for informed decision-making.
People
Peter Bascombe
Founder
Peter Bascombe founded the company in 1929 after a career as a police detective. His legacy of integrity and expertise continues to guide our firm's commitment to delivering discreet, results-driven investigative services.
Questions
What services does Bascombe International offer?
We provide evidence gathering, process serving, surveillance, tracing, and due diligence investigations for legal, corporate, and private clients.
How quickly can you serve legal documents?
Our nationwide agent network ensures documents are served within days of instruction, with urgent options available.
Do you offer tracing services for debt recovery?
Yes, we use advanced technology for debtor tracing with a no-trace-no-fee guarantee for select cases.
Can you conduct international investigations?
Our global network of investigators supports cross-border due diligence and surveillance operations.
Are you involved in charity work?
We support Rowans Hospice, providing care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their families.