Surveyor
Golding Young & Mawer
Stamford
1 The George Mews, Station Road, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2LB, Stamford
With a legacy dating back to 1864, Golding Young is Lincolnshire’s leading firm of RICS auctioneers and valuers. We combine 160 years of heritage with cutting-edge global bidding technology to ensure your assets—from fine art to vehicles—achieve their maximum potential value.
We are more than just an auction house; we are custodians of Lincolnshire’s history. Since 1864, our family-owned firm has helped thousands of clients navigate the complexities of selling and valuing their most precious belongings. Whether you are a homeowner looking to downsize, an executor handling an estate, or a collector seeking a global stage, we provide the professional expertise you need.
A Legacy of Excellence Since 1864
Our story began in Lincoln with Thos. Mawer and has grown through generations of expertise. Today, we are the largest chattels auction firm in the region, led by a team that includes RICS Registered Valuers. This means our advice isn't just based on market trends—it's backed by the gold standard of professional qualifications.
"We combine traditional values of integrity and personal service with the reach of the 21st-century digital marketplace."
Why Homeowners and Professionals Choose Us
We understand that selling a property's contents or valuing a family heirloom can be an emotional and complex process. We make it simple by offering a comprehensive, end-to-end service:
- Global Reach: In 2019, we launched GY-Live, our proprietary online bidding platform, ensuring your items are seen by international buyers from London to Tokyo.
- Professional Standards: Our RICS credentials ensure our valuations for Probate (IHT), Insurance, and Asset Management are legally robust and accurate.
- Full House Clearances: We don't just take the 'best' bits. We offer a variety of transport services, from partial collections to full removals and house clearances.
Our Lincolnshire Salerooms
We operate three distinct hubs across the county, each with its own character and specialisms:
| Location | Specialism & History |
|---|---|
| Lincoln | Our Cathedral City hub, specialising in Fine Art and Antiquities since 1864. |
| Grantham | Located near the A1, this site has been a household name for over a century. |
| Bourne | Housed in the former BRM Formula One Workshop, known for its friendly, professional atmosphere. |
Proven Results for Our Clients
We have a track record of achieving exceptional prices for a wide range of assets. Notable recent successes include:
- Russian Figures: Sold for £50,000
- Japanese Ken Tanto: Sold for £26,000
- Diamond Star Jewellery: Sold for £26,000
- Fine Art & Oriental Works: Consistently achieving five-figure results for our vendors.
Specialist Expertise
Our team, including senior figures like Colin Young—who has been a fixture in the industry since 1986—brings deep knowledge across various departments. We hold specialist sales for Asian Art, Fine Art, Jewellery, and even offer dedicated probate auction services for cars and motorcycles. Whatever you own, we have the expertise to value it and the platform to sell it.
Services
- Antiques & Fine Art Auctions
- RICS Valuations
- Probate Valuations
- Insurance Valuations
- House Clearances
- Asset Management
- Jewellery & Watch Valuations
- Vehicle Auctions
- Online Auctions
- Removals
- Valuation Days
- Asian Art Specialist Sales
- Furniture Auctions
- Coin & Medal Valuations
Coverage areas
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