Buying at Auction

At Browns we want to make buying at auction as easy and enjoyable as possible. Here we explain the whole process, from the first sight of your lot to taking it home.

Registration

All potential buyers must register prior to placing a bid. Registration information may be submitted in person, by email or by phoning 01835 863445. We may, at our option, also ask you to provide a deposit. By registering for the auction, the buyer acknowledges that he or she has read, understood and accepted our General Conditions of Sale.

Bidding

Registered bidders will be assigned a bidder number. Once the first bid has been placed, the auctioneer asks for higher bids in increments determined by the auctioneer. All lots will be invoiced to the name and address used when registering.

How to bid

1. In person — you are welcome to bid in person on the day at our saleroom at The Granary, Wester Fodderlee. You can register to bid prior to the day (call 01835 863445 or email info@brownsasr.co.uk) or on arrival.
2. By phone — to arrange a phone bid please email info@brownsasr.co.uk or call 01835 863445. We recommend you leave a covering bid in case the team are unable to make contact.
3. In writing — commission/absentee bids can be emailed to info@brownsasr.co.uk and we will bid on your behalf up to the limit indicated. Please provide your name, address, telephone and email address as well as the lots you would like to bid on and to which amount. In the event of receiving two identical bids the first one received will take precedence. The auctioneer will take reasonable steps to carry out written bids at the lowest possible price, taking into account the reserve. All bids must be received an hour before the auction. This service is provided entirely at the bidder’s risk.
4. Online — all potential buyers must register and be approved to bid on or before the day of the auction. We recommend registering at least two hours prior to the start of the auction to ensure the registration process can be completed before the auction commences. Live online bidding via our website is subject to an additional 3% + VAT premium.

Payment

Goods purchased will not be released until full payment has been received. All goods must be collected or storage arranged within 7 days of the auction.

BACS – bank transfer is the preferred payment method; you will find all relevant details on the invoice.
Cash – cash payments of up to £5,000 can be made.
Cheque – payable to Brown & Turner Ltd. We reserve the right to wait until cheques have cleared before releasing bought goods; cheques can be cleared prior to the auction on request. Third-party cheques cannot be accepted.
Debit or credit card – Mastercard or Visa (we do not accept Amex) by calling 01835 863445.

Collection

All purchases must be collected within 7 days, unless prior arrangements have been made or the buyer is using Browns’ in-house, fully insured delivery service.

Browns’ professional team can package and deliver purchases nationwide, where items will be fully insured and only handled by our representatives. Alternatively, we can arrange an independent courier at your own risk. Unless previously arranged, storage fees apply after 7 days.