Why we exist
Millions of people reach retirement with pensions, savings and a home they've worked a lifetime for — and almost no affordable way to make sense of it all. Regulated financial advice is valuable, but it's expensive and out of reach for most, leaving people to make some of the biggest, most irreversible financial decisions of their lives largely alone.
That gap is what Trellis was built to close. We give people a clear, personal picture of their money: a safe-to-spend range built from their own numbers, shown as a range to explore rather than a single instruction — so they can feel confident about the years ahead.
What we do — and don't do
Trellis is a guidance service, not a regulated financial adviser. We help you understand your own situation and explore options. We never tell you what to do, recommend specific products, or earn commission on your money. For decisions that need regulated advice, we'll always point you toward a qualified professional.
Our core safe-to-spend range is free, always. Optional paid plans unlock deeper features for those who want them — but the heart of Trellis stays open to everyone.
Our values
Clarity over complexity
Plain language, honest numbers, and a range you can actually act on — never a wall of jargon.
On your side
No commission, no selling your data, no nudging you toward products. Our only job is helping you see clearly.
A range, never a number
The future isn't certain, so we never pretend it is. We show a range to explore, not a single false promise.
Built for real life
Designed with and for people aged 55–75, tested with real users, refined around how people actually think about money.
Where we've come from
Trellis began as a Founder-in-Residence project within Nesta's Mission Studio, built around Nesta's mission for a sustainable future — helping people understand whether they can afford warmer, greener homes as part of planning their retirement. We're now growing into an independent company, with that mission still at our core.
Get in touch
We'd love to hear from you — whether you're a prospective user, a partner, or just curious. Email us at hello@mytrellis.co.uk.