One of the UK's leading regional auction houses, Bellmans holds auctions regularly across a wide spectrum, including Asian Ceramics & Works of Art, Pictures, Jewellery, Wrist Watches, Silver, Furniture & Works of Art, Clocks, Books and European Ceramics. Every month brings a mouth-watering variety of treasures, consigned from Sussex, Surrey, Hampshire, London, the Home Counties and further afield.
Our specialists offer first-class advice and valuation expertise to individuals, families and executors, whether for one piece, a collection or entire house contents. With decades of experience between them - some acquired in the major international auction houses - you will be assured of a professional appraisal alongside a friendly, personal service.
Our specialists offer first-class advice and valuation expertise to individuals, families and executors, whether for one piece, a collection or entire house contents. With decades of experience between them - some acquired in the major international auction houses - you will be assured of a professional appraisal alongside a friendly, personal service.
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Bellmans, founded in 1989, has grown over the years to become one of the largest auction houses in the South of England and has a significant and growing online presence. The saleroom in Wisborough Green, West Sussex, is situated between the cities of Guildford and Brighton, only eight miles from the historic town of Petworth.
We are delighted to offer free valuations at our Wisborough Green, West Sussex Saleroom, Monday to Friday between 9.30am - 4.30pm. Our London office at 50 Brook Street, Mayfair is currently open by appointment for valuations. Alternatively, you can request a valuation through our website here. Our specialists are also available to visit your home to value larger items and collections.
Bellmans is a trusted and experienced provider of Inheritance Tax valuations for our clients, their advisors and solicitors. On average we carry out five or more such valuations every week for families, executors and fiduciaries.
Probate valuations are provided at an 'open market' basis in accordance with Section 160 of the Inheritance Tax Act of 1984, with items over the 1500 threshold listed individually and the remainder placed into more general 'global' listings.Where required, we are happy to assist with the identification of specific bequests.
Probate valuations are provided at an 'open market' basis in accordance with Section 160 of the Inheritance Tax Act of 1984, with items over the 1500 threshold listed individually and the remainder placed into more general 'global' listings.Where required, we are happy to assist with the identification of specific bequests.
Bid by bid you can enjoy the true thrill of the chase with a Bellmans auction. Find out about our latest auction dates, preview the lots and let us help you to pursue your prized item from the comfort of your home or office. BellmansLive - this live auction feed allows Bellmans clients to watch, listen and bid from anywhere in the world.
Nothing beats the excitement as the competition for your lot intensifies in the auction. At Bellmans we guide you through the entire selling process, from valuation, collection and auctioning, to receiving your payment for the sale. We are delighted to offer free valuations at our Wisborough Green, West Sussex Saleroom, Tuesday to Thursday between 9.30am - 4.30pm.
Reviews (12)
Wendy Reynolds
Sep 15, 2021
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We visited the auction house yesterday to view the Friday 500. when we spoke with one of the auctioneers he said that the auction had 500 lots hence the name.
Sadly this was not the case and yes I should have checked but he had said it was 500 lots so why wouldn't I believe him? It made sense 2001 too 2500 lot numbers so 500 lots.
I watched online the first 200 lots and made an estimate of the lots per hour rate. So I knew roughly when the item I wanted would come up. Unfortunately there were approx. 50 lots missing in the sequence and I missed my item that I wanted.
Perhaps it should be called
Sadly this was not the case and yes I should have checked but he had said it was 500 lots so why wouldn't I believe him? It made sense 2001 too 2500 lot numbers so 500 lots.
I watched online the first 200 lots and made an estimate of the lots per hour rate. So I knew roughly when the item I wanted would come up. Unfortunately there were approx. 50 lots missing in the sequence and I missed my item that I wanted.
Perhaps it should be called
John
Aug 14, 2021
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An auction house who pretty much gets it all right. Requests for condition reports are handled quickly and efficiently without having to ask twice. Welcoming friendly receptionist is always a positive. A smile and a nice word from the auctioneer who fetches you your lots on collection adds so much to the customer experience.
The only thing to improve is the Bellmans live bidding platform. Looks lovely but for some reason takes an age to load the images and bidding box. I have super fast broadband so it's not that, and I use easyliveauction and the saleroom without issue. Not a huge problem in
The only thing to improve is the Bellmans live bidding platform. Looks lovely but for some reason takes an age to load the images and bidding box. I have super fast broadband so it's not that, and I use easyliveauction and the saleroom without issue. Not a huge problem in
Samantha Jane
Mar 23, 2021
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Would give 0 if i could. We had an auctioneer called will come to assess assets. He was very quick to say not interested in everything and that we were better off getting house clearance. However, suggesting that he can set us up with someone. My theory is that this is because he mention some furniture which I am sure house clearance would sell him. (Trying not to pay a penny for what he really wanted) with pleasure will never use again.
Additionally prior to this evaluation we have had 3 others interested in what he says he didn't want! Very funny that not! Bit suspicious if u ask me!
He also
Additionally prior to this evaluation we have had 3 others interested in what he says he didn't want! Very funny that not! Bit suspicious if u ask me!
He also
Dee Mic
Dec 09, 2020
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Auctioneer was in such a hurry to race through and finish, he ignored my live bid which was made in plenty of time before the gavel came down. He didn't even bother looking up at the screen. One would think as the bidding was between two of us, he would have the foresight to see if both of us were still bidding. Clearly not! A follow up email to their administrator asking what happened was equally dismissed. Having worked in the industry for 25 years in London and New York, I've found my experience with Bellmans extremely disappointing and questionable. I'm sure the consignor would not be pleased
Carl Gray
Oct 19, 2020
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Ilya Kushnirskiy
Nov 27, 2019
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Trevor Johnson
Sep 04, 2019
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Derek Leybourne
Sep 02, 2019
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Bought a painting through the Saleroom, as couldn't attend the auction day. Sixty some odd pounds (including fees), wasted on a late 20th century oil painting cracking and crazing all over.
I understand auction houses offer a a condition report before buying - but when time's pushed for most or it's on the spur of the moment, they need to mention the flaws in the description. Photos don't show all. It's wrong, not with just this auction house, but with all (as is the ridiculous buyers fees they all charge, on top of sellers fees - but that's another matter!).
Beware to check before buying from
I understand auction houses offer a a condition report before buying - but when time's pushed for most or it's on the spur of the moment, they need to mention the flaws in the description. Photos don't show all. It's wrong, not with just this auction house, but with all (as is the ridiculous buyers fees they all charge, on top of sellers fees - but that's another matter!).
Beware to check before buying from
Roy Walker
Jan 12, 2019
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Henry Martin
Nov 13, 2018
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Review from a removal man delivering to this place :-
Friendly staff that made us teas and coffees. Forklift on site. Pictures went in nice large polystyrene-lined crates on wheels. Cartons went in large metal cage pallets.
We delivered a consignment of Bulgarian hand-carved furniture and oil paintings and they were optimistic on the price that it would fetch.
Friendly staff that made us teas and coffees. Forklift on site. Pictures went in nice large polystyrene-lined crates on wheels. Cartons went in large metal cage pallets.
We delivered a consignment of Bulgarian hand-carved furniture and oil paintings and they were optimistic on the price that it would fetch.
Sara Cooper
Sep 04, 2018
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Tricia Dewhurst
Jan 03, 2017
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