Honiton auction house recreates the magic for bidders online
By Hannah Corfield
17th Sep 2021 | Local News
Chilcotts Auctioneers in Honiton have reopened their saleroom at the Cattle Market site on Silver Street, to allow for viewing before Saturday's online auction.
The set-up at 'The Silver Saleroom' has been carefully considered in light of the coronavirus, with strict hygiene and social distancing measures in place to keep visitors safe.
"Today is our first day back since we closed on March 20," explained Elizabeth Chilcott who co-founded the independent firm with her husband Duncan back in 2004.
"We are excited to welcome customers back for viewing. In accordance with Covid-19 guidelines, we are operating on an appointment-only basis.
"We also have masks and gloves at the door, which people entering must wear and a route to follow to ensure a one-way system.
"Then on Saturday we will live stream the auction, with bids placed online and over the telephone.
"It's the first time we've gone solely online, as we've used the technology before, but normally love the atmosphere of a packed auction house.
"We've had a positive response from people so far and are happy to be back."
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