Business Details
Antique & Collectables Centre in Maidstone
Chart Sutton Antiques Centre is a premier destination for antique enthusiasts and collectors, offering an extensive range of carefully curated items from over 20 specialist dealers. Our inventory includes antique and vintage furniture, silverware, porcelain, glassware, and unique collectables sourced from English and French origins. We provide a dedicated 1-2-1 service to help clients locate specific items, along with honest appraisals and a delivery service for larger purchases. Located in Maidstone, Kent, our centre is easily accessible from the M20 motorway and offers ample free parking.We actively buy antiques and collectables, welcoming visitors to bring items for consideration. Our team is committed to maintaining a diverse and ever-changing stock, ensuring every visit offers new discoveries. With connections to the Antiques Road Trip television series, we have hosted multiple filming visits, further establishing our reputation as a trusted hub for antique trade. Our facility also includes a garden centre, tea room, and specialist retailers, creating a comprehensive visitor experience.
Services
Antique Sales
Collectables Trading
Item Appraisals
Delivery Service
Dealer Pitch Rentals
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 specialist dealers offering diverse antiques and collectables.
- Our 1-2-1 service helps locate specific antique items for clients.
- We provide honest appraisals without insurance valuation bias.
- Delivery service available for large furniture and bulky items.
- Featured on BBC Antiques Road Trip television series multiple times.
Services
Antique Sales
We offer a wide selection of antique furniture, collectables, and decorative arts from over 20 specialist dealers. Our inventory includes English and French furniture, silverware, porcelain, and unique vintage items. Each piece is carefully curated to ensure quality and authenticity for collectors and interior designers.
Collectables Trading
Our centre specialises in diverse collectables including Asian/Oriental items, taxidermy, rustic industrial pieces, and retro memorabilia. We actively buy and sell these items, offering expert guidance to help customers identify valuable pieces and build meaningful collections through our rotating stock.
Item Appraisals
We provide honest appraisals for customers seeking to understand their items' market potential. Our specialists assess antiques and collectables during designated appointment times, offering professional insights into current market trends while maintaining transparency about our purchasing preferences and limitations.
Delivery Service
For larger purchases, we offer a delivery service covering the UK. This service ensures safe transportation of antique furniture and bulky items, with charges calculated based on distance and item requirements. Our team coordinates logistics to protect valuable pieces during transit.
Dealer Pitch Rentals
We provide retail pitch opportunities for antique dealers through our cabinet and stall rental programme. With priority given to existing vendors, we maintain a waiting list for new traders seeking to showcase their collections in our high-traffic Kent location.
Questions
What are your opening hours?
We're open daily from 10:00 to 16:00, including Bank Holidays. Our centre remains accessible during major holiday periods.
Do you buy antiques from private sellers?
Yes, we purchase antiques and collectables by appointment. Please email photographs of your items first for initial assessment.
Can you help find specific antique items?
Our 1-2-1 service assists customers in locating specific pieces. We'll work within your budget to source desired antiques from our network.
Is delivery available for large purchases?
We offer UK-wide delivery for furniture and large items, with charges based on distance and item requirements.
Are there other facilities at your location?
Our site includes a garden centre, tea room, and equestrian supplies retailer for a complete visitor experience.
