We are very proud to be one of the region’s oldest firms of property auctioneers, and we love getting an in person auction together, whether that be for an interesting range of properties or a farm dispersal sale. Robert Parry has conducted countless auctions since he started his working career and has enjoyed selling livestock, produce, furniture, tractors, farm implements and effects, development opportunities and dwellings.

One of the most enjoyable parts of his job, he says, is the numerous people/clients I have met whilst conducting these auction sales, many signifying the end of the farmer’s working life, moving into retirement. Out in all weather, nobody minds that. The banter is always great, friendships and good old tales derive from these sales. To a certain degree the times, they are changing.

We will continue to offer traditional in person auctions, but in addition we are pleased to announce that from 2023 we will also be offering online auctions for properties. Over recent years this has become a very popular and effective method of selling property. With the possibility of a challenging property market ahead of us, the online auction method can help shorten the period from launching to market and completing a sale, and increases commitment from buyers with an immediate exchange of contacts on the day of the auction.

Auctions are not suitable for all properties, so we will set out our recommendations for the best method of sale. Private Treaty will remain the most common method of sale, with Informal Tender also being used.