Architectural Auctions

We are one of very few auction houses based in the UK that specialise in off-site Architectural and Architectural Antique Auctions. Whether you are retiring, in need of a cash injection or just looking to clear your yard or showroom, Wellers could be the solution you’ve been looking for!

Wellers have been in the Architectural business since the turn of the millennium, we have accrued many years of experience and know exactly how to maximize the return for yard and business owners alike. We have had huge success out on the road. In Q1 of 2019 we held a closing down auction at Fagins Antiques in Devon which saw us sell just over 3,000 lots in three days, which culminated in £186k sale. In 2020, during the Covid-19 lockdown in the UK we held a two day closing down retirement auction on behalf of Colin Scull at Robert Mills Ltd based in Bristol. This was a hugely successful auction under the circumstances and generated a sale total in excess of £200k

We have been instructed on several other hugely successful sales, most notably at MASCo on Saturday 24th September 2011, where we were instructed by Steve Tomlin and Debbie Kedge, with the aim of selling their items in a closing down auction, which resulted in a whopping £500k sale and our biggest to date yet!

If you would like to hear more about our architectural and off-site auctions please contact our ‘Business Development Manager’ Eric Davidson on 07966 437101 or by emailing eric@wellersauctions.com.

Be sure to check out our case study section for a list of some of our previous auctions.

We thank you for your interest and look forward to hearing from you!

 

We are one of very few auction houses based in the UK that specialise in off-site Architectural and Architectural Antique Auctions. Whether you are retiring, in need of a cash injection or just looking to clear your yard or showroom, Wellers could be the solution you’ve been looking for!

 

What We Do

To look at the type of thing that you can pick up at one of our many off-site architectural auctions please click the button below:

 

Gates

You can find various different types of gates at auction including both cast iron & wrought iron. There are gates of all shapes and sizes in ranging from large estate gates to garden gates and they can also vary in quality as well with some gates having been refurbished and other in their original condition.

Chimney Pots

Looking for a small, medium or large chimney pot? Perfect! At most of our off-site architectural auctions we are likely to have a selection of chimney pots, sometimes ranging from up to ten to easily over a hundred. There are many different types and styles and made from varying compounds.

Reclaimed Building Materials

Many of our architectural auctions feature many different types of reclaimed building materials, ranging from bricks, paving stones, coping stones, yorkstone, roof tiles, sleepers and tons more! Always be sure to check our catalogue for an upcoming auction in case we have something for your next D.I.Y. project.

Garden Statuary

When items fall into this category we find that we usually have statues of all kinds which include your standard garden statue, staddle stones or water features as well as mammoth statues of lions. These tend to be made from various materials such as from solid stone, composition stone, marble and even cast iron.

Troughs & Stoneware

Troughs will never go out of fashion and the ones that come up at auction really are perfect for the end user, with age also comes quality and the weathered look really makes these stand out at auction. These vary in both shape and size and are made from stone, composition stone, marble and cast iron.

Doors & Accessories

After that vintage looking door or one with an amazing providence? Doors that are sold through auction can come from a variety of places such as banks, town halls, stately homes and even prison cell doors… You will find both internal and external doors, ranging from the standard size to arched top doors, we also get accessories inc. door knobs, knockers and hinges.

Seating & Chairs

Off-site Architectural auctions always tend to throw up some really nice seating. We tend to find sets of chairs and armchairs made from varying different materials as well as Chesterfield sofas, some of which are in amazing condition considering their age. Be sure to check out these amazing items at auction.

Fireplaces

At one of our auctions you will find every part of a fireplace ranging from the ornate surrounds made from marble, various stone compositions, regular stone and carved wood. You will also find cast iron fire inserts, baskets, fire grills, fenders and companion sets and there is almost always a healthy selection to choose from.

Architectural Elements

At every auction you will find a good selection of balustrades and spindles, but we also come across ornate spiral staircases which can be already setup and ready to go or, broken down ready to be built. You will find balcony panels and an array of other materials which are perfect for DIY projects.

Antique Furniture

Many auctions include antique furniture of all different types and styles in varying conditions. You can find dining table and chairs, either as sets of individually, sideboards, welsh dressers, cabinets, shop fittings and fixtures as well as antique and vintage tills and other accessories.

Wood & Timber

Certain auctions we hold, you will find a wide variety of wood & timber. Some will be palletised and ready to go such as railway sleepers, oak beams and various other wood types. Other types of lots can include floor boards, panelling and off-cuts and spares.

Church Effects

A popular section at auction, church effects can vary from stone reredos and altar pieces to seating, church pews, pulpits, fonts, candles and stands, lecterns and tons more! One of the more interesting pieces we sometimes come across is organ pipes which make good garden planters.

Vintage & Repro Signage

What’s not to love about vintage signs? The beauty of seeing these at auction are that you never see the same vintage sign twice. You can also pick up reproduction signs at auctions and these will always be stated as such so that it is clear as possible which ones are vintage and those that are reproduction.

Chandeliers & Light Fixtures

There can be a real mix of light fixtures and fittings found at auction and you can pick up some real nice pieces including wall lighting, hanging lights, ceiling lights, vintage lampposts and ornate chandeliers of all different shapes and sizes. Many of these will have a mix of either original wiring or have been carefully re-wired so that they are ready for use.

Stained Glass Windows

Stained glass is perfect for home renovation projects and adding that touch of vintage to a property. The stained glass that comes through auction at one of our off-site architectural auctions includes your standard stained glass as well as religious themed stained glass. Some windows will require restoration and others are ready to be installed.

Past Sales

2011
MASCo Architectural Salvage

On Saturday 24th September 2011, we were instructed by Steve Tomlin and Debbie Kedge to conduct a clearance auction, of which resulted in our biggest sale total of the past decade and our biggest sale total to date! MASCo was a quintessentialy English salvage yard which showcased an amazing…

2015
North Shropshire Reclamation

One of the first architectural auctions of 2015, this popular two day off-site auction held at North Shropshire Reclamation at Wackley Lodge Farm, Burlton, Shrewsbury on Friday 13th & Saturday 14th March turned out to be a brilliant success for Wellers but more imporantly the vendor. This was billed as a…

2019
Fagins Antiques

In April 2019, Fagins Antiques owner Chris Strong was looking to retire having sold the premises. Not knowing what to do with his stock he instructed Wellers to hold a massive three day closing down auction comprising on various different architectural antiques. There were over three thousand lots within…

2020
Robert Mills

April 2020 was a difficult time for many, with the UK in lockdown as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic however; this was a unique occasion as the auction was held by Wellers behind closed doors to comply with social distancing and resulted in over one thousand bidders online and over £200k worth of sales, making this…

More Sales

Take a look at other past sales that we have  performed on client owned premises. The reports include after sale reports from SalvoWeb, the UK’s leading website for all things Architectural and information relating to auctions and events taking place across the country.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Take a detailed look at our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ to familiarise yourself with some questions you may have about how our auctions work, so you are best prepared for bidding at auction with Wellers.

How to Buy

Take a detailed look at our ‘How to Buy’ page so you know exactly how it all works before bidding at auction. If you have any questions regarding any of the information you’ve read, feel free to contact us!

Terms & Conditions

Take a detailed look at our ‘T&C’s’ page so you know exactly how it all works before bidding at auction. If you have any questions regarding any of the information you’ve read, feel free to contact us!

How The Charges Work

 

Live Bidding:

– A £100 hammer price with VAT and a Buyer’s Premium of 15% (+VAT) – Invoice total = £138
– A £100 hammer price with no VAT and a Buyer’s Premium of 15% – Invoice total = £115

Online Bidding:

– A £100 hammer price with VAT and a Buyer’s Premium of 15% (+VAT) and a 4.95% (+VAT) online premium – Invoice total = £146.19
– A £100 hammer price with no VAT and a Buyer’s Premium of 15% and a 4.95% (+VAT) online premium – Invoice total = £121.83