Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Antique & Collectables Auction House in Newent
Smiths Newent Auction has been serving clients since 1975 from its base in Newent, Gloucestershire. Originally a traditional country saleroom, the business has embraced modern technology to deliver high-quality antiques and collectables auctions to a global audience through illustrated online catalogues and two online bidding platforms. Our team of experienced valuers, auctioneers, and specialists combines decades of expertise with a personal approach to meet individual client needs.We maintain strong administrative systems for efficient sales while prioritising exceptional customer service. Membership of the Society of Fine Art Auctioneers underscores our professional standards in both conventional and specialist sales.
Services
Antiques Auctions
Collectables Auctions
Online Bidding
Valuation Services
Probate Valuations
Specialist Sales
Coin Auctions
Watch Auctions
Postal Services
Auction Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Established in 1975, we offer 50+ years of auction expertise
- Host online bidding platforms attracting hundreds of international buyers
- Expert valuers backed by specialist consultants for accurate assessments
- Efficient administration ensures smooth-running, well-organised auctions
- Personalised service tailored to individual client requirements
Associations and certifications
- Society of Fine Art Auctioneers
Services
Antiques Auctions
We conduct monthly antiques auctions featuring furniture, ceramics, glassware, and paintings. Our experts ensure accurate cataloguing and competitive bidding for collectors worldwide. With over 50 years' experience, we combine traditional expertise with modern online bidding platforms to maximise seller returns.
Collectables Auctions
Monthly collectables auctions include coins, postcards, militaria, toys, and jewellery. Our specialists identify unique items' market value through thorough research. We attract specialist buyers through targeted marketing and maintain rigorous authentication standards to ensure buyer confidence in every sale.
Valuation Services
Our team offers free, no-obligation valuations for auction-bound items. With ASFAV-accredited experts and specialist consultants, we provide detailed market analysis. Valuers hold specialist knowledge in multiple categories, ensuring realistic price expectations and optimal sales strategy recommendations.
Online Bidding
Two online bidding platforms enable global participation in our auctions. The system supports real-time bidding, absentee bids, and post-sale purchases. Our technical team maintains user-friendly interfaces while ensuring secure transactions. Online catalogues feature high-resolution images and detailed lot descriptions for remote buyers.
Probate Valuations
Certified valuers provide probate assessments for inheritance tax purposes. We offer complete house clearance services alongside valuation reports. With decades of experience in estate assessments, our team handles sensitive situations professionally while maintaining strict compliance with HMRC valuation standards.
People
Rita Kearsey
Auction Manager & Senior Valuer
ASFAV-accredited auctioneer with 20+ years' experience who previously managed weekly London salerooms. Joined Smiths in 2005, combining antiques expertise with business management to enhance consignment values and operational efficiency.
Chris Budding
Valuer & Auctioneer
Specialist valuer focused on collectables including coins, watches, and vintage items. Develops social media content and manages online bidding operations. Brings modern marketing approaches to traditional auction practices while maintaining valuation accuracy.
Sally Harry
Office Manager
Administrative specialist managing office operations and online bidding logistics. Combines organisational precision with customer service skills to maintain efficient office procedures while providing warm, personable client interactions during auction processes.
Tim Payne
Cataloguing Specialist
Ten-year veteran responsible for cataloguing, photography, and saleroom display. Organises physical layouts to showcase over 1,000 lots effectively in limited space. Provides technical support during auctions and maintains digital records for the business.
Clive Wilson
Postal Manager
Multi-role team member managing postal services, assisting viewings, and supporting online bidding operations. Handles logistics and customer service tasks with flexibility while maintaining the business's professional standards across all operational areas.
Questions
What services do you offer?
We provide antiques and collectables auctions, free valuations, probate assessments, online bidding, and specialist sales for coins, watches, and fine art.
Do you offer online bidding?
Yes, we host two online bidding platforms enabling global participation with real-time bidding, absentee bids, and post-sale purchases available.
How do valuations work?
Contact our experts for free valuations via phone or email images. Appointments available for physical assessments of potential auction items or probate requirements.
Where are you based?
We operate from The Old Chapel in Newent, Gloucestershire, serving clients across Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and internationally through online auctions.
What items do you auction?
Monthly sales include antiques (furniture, ceramics, silver), collectables (coins, postcards, militaria), fine art, watches, and specialist items like vintage toys.
