Historic building in Alcester among the lots at our May auction
A freehold development opportunity at a pub which had been at the heart of the community is just one of the Lots going under the hammer at auction next month. The Grade II listed former public house known as The Three Tuns is situated on the popular high street of Alcester. The building sustained significant […]
Matt’s coronation medal from the King
When he’s not wielding the gavel and presiding over one of our in-room or online auctions, our auctioneer Matt Burrows can be found volunteering for Hereford and Worcester Army Cadet Force. A former officer in the British Army he has been a Cadet Force Adult Volunteer of the Army Cadet Force (ACF) for 16 years […]
Housing and construction boost in spring statement
There were mixed fortunes for the property sector following the spring statement delivered by chancellor Rachel Reeves. The government’s planning reforms and housebuilding ambitions were given the thumbs up from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) but on the flip side economic growth forecasts have been halved. Announcing the figures to MPs, Ms Reeves said […]
Ilmington the best place to live in the Midlands
A picturesque south Warwickshire village has been named as the best place to live in the Midlands. Ilmington beat off competition from other towns and villages in the region including Market Harborough, to be crowned the Midlands’ winner. With its beautiful setting, ancient church and wonderful community spirit, Ilmington was described by the judges from […]
Team work makes the dream work
A couple have moved into their dream home just six weeks after it was put on the market. Nothing so remarkable until you learn it is a leasehold property. The transaction, which was done against the backdrop of the scramble to get deals done before the stamp duty changes, also marked a company-wide effort including […]
Congratulations Jessica!
Our auction team is celebrating as another one of its number has become a professionally qualified auctioneer. Jessica Lewis has gained her Propertymark Level 3 Award in Real Property Auctioneering, following in the footsteps of colleague Samantha-Marie Parsons who also passed this year. Jessica passed four separate exam modules covering health and safety, security and […]
A lot going on at SBK’s March auction
Sheldon Bosley Knight’s second auction of the year promises to be full of spring stunners. A total of 15 lots will be available at the sale at Stratford-upon-Avon town hall on Wednesday, March 26. They will be a mix of land ripe for development, buy-to-let opportunities, detached country cottages and even a pair of garages. […]
The next generation
Keen to inspire the next generation of land and property experts, three of our staff have taken part in a school’s careers fair. Auctioneer Sally Smith, rural surveyor Archie Benson and commercial surveyor Jenny Jackson spoke to students and their parents at the Warwick Schools Foundation event on Thursday, March 13. As well as talk […]
Accelerate action this IWD
Today, we celebrate International Women’s Day. This annual, global event is designed to celebrate women’s achievements, raise awareness about discrimination and take action to drive gender parity. This year’s theme is #AccelerateAction. Focusing on the need to accelerate action emphasises the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality. It calls for increased momentum […]
