1818 Auctioneers

1818 Auctioneers: antiques and collectables auctions in Cumbria

1818 Auctioneers is an auction house based at the Junction 36 Auction Centre in Crooklands (Milnthorpe, Cumbria). The company presents itself as a firm entering its third century of operation, working from purpose-built auction facilities within the J36 Rural Auction Centre. Its location, next to junction 36 of the M6 motorway, provides easy access from Cumbria, Lancashire and Yorkshire.

The house holds weekly timed online auctions, with each auction running for two weeks, giving buyers time to browse and bid on lots. This is complemented by regular specialist auctions in categories such as music, jewellery, silver, militaria, coins and textiles.

Specialities and departments

The house's catalogue covers a wide spectrum of antiques, vintage items and collectables. Among the specialist departments the company lists are:

• Antiques, vintage and collectables, including objet d'art
• Silver and silver plate
• Antique, vintage and later furniture and furnishings
• Stamps, cigarette cards and postcards
• Medals, arms and militaria
• Paintings, artwork and imagery, including affordable art
• Coins and banknotes
• Fine wines and spirits
• Fountain pens and writing equipment
• Toys, models and model railways
• Antique, vintage and retro textiles
• Books and maps
• Classic cars and automobilia
• Country pursuits
• Musical instruments and equipment
• Cameras and photographic equipment
• Vintage vinyl and hi-fi equipment
• Collectable figurines and studies
• Jewellery and watches

Services for buyers and sellers

The company offers buying and selling at auction, as well as valuations. For those wishing to sell, a valuation request can be submitted via an online form. It also handles probate and house clearance services.

Buyers can bid online in all auctions. The house has an in-house packing, shipping and postage service which, according to testimonials, makes remote purchases easier. Lot collection is by appointment, arranged by phone or email, so that staff can prepare lots in advance.

Viewing and lot collection

The house holds open viewing sessions in its salerooms on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from 10:00 to 16:00, with no appointment needed. During these sessions, the specialist team is available to guide visitors; for example, in the antiques, vintage and collectables area, the contact person is Freya Loma.

Lot collection, however, requires an appointment. Collection times are: Monday 11:00 to 16:30; Tuesday to Thursday 9:00 to 16:30; and Friday 9:00 to 16:00.

Recognition and customer reviews

The company holds the WES Quality Mark (Auction), as stated in one of the published testimonials. Customer comments highlight efficiency in cataloguing and describing lots, speed of shipping, care in packing and the service received both in the saleroom and remotely. Several buyers and sellers emphasise the professionalism and warmth of the team, as well as the clarity of information about sales and payments.

Location and contact

Junction 36 Auction Centre, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, Cumbria, LA7 7FP · Phone: 015395 66201 · Email: info@1818auctioneers.co.uk