Lawrences Auctioneers Ltd

Lawrences Auctioneers: three generations of provincial auctioneering in Surrey

Lawrences Auctioneers Ltd is a family-run auction house established in 1964 and spanning three generations. From its premises at Norfolk House, 80 High Street in Bletchingley, Surrey, the firm presents itself as one of the leading provincial auctioneers and combines what it describes as a high level of expertise and professionalism with a personal service and friendly attitude.

Six-weekly sales of antiques and collectables

The house holds sales every six weeks throughout the year, covering all manner of collectables and antiques. Its calendar is organised around upcoming and past sales, with catalogues published for each auction and the option to register to bid and view catalogues online. Live bidding is available, and the site also provides information on packing and shipping for buyers.

How the three-day October auction is structured

Valuations and consignment

Pre-sale valuations are offered free of charge and entirely without obligation. The firm also invites consignments in specific categories: at the time of writing it was accepting entries for a sale of fine wine, spirits and champagne scheduled for 10th December, and it highlighted silver and jewellery as categories for consignment.

Buying, selling and practical information

The website sets out separate guidance for buying at Lawrences and selling at Lawrences, alongside information on live bidding and on packing and shipping. A team page introduces the people behind the firm, and a news section carries updates. The auction calendar distinguishes upcoming sales from past sales, and catalogues are accessible from the main navigation.