Estate agency Gascoines in Nottinghamshire is celebrating its 70th anniversary having served the property market in Southwell and surrounding areas since February 1954.
Founded by Doug Gascoine, three generations of the family have since carried on the Gascoines’ legacy with one of the current partners Luke Saywell (main picture, middle) Doug’s grandson, now at the helm of the business.
COMMUNITY
The agency has been at the heart of the Southwell community since day one and has expanded to its current location on Church Street as well as an additional office in Ravenshead.
Rachel Gascoine, wife of the late Doug Gascoine, says: “Watching the business grow from strength to strength over the last 70 years has been remarkable.
Much has changed over the years, but the important things haven’t.”
“Much has changed over the years, but the important things haven’t. Our traditional values have underpinned our generational success, and everyone that visits has benefited from our expertise. This has seen us support customers through their property journey.”
NUMBER ONE
Gascoines holds the number one position for market share in both Southwell and Ravenshead and has consistently supported the local community. It sponsors several local organisations including Southwell Rugby Club and attends key events like Late Night Shopping and the Southwell Ploughing Match & Show as well as fundraising for regional and national causes.
Luke Saywell, Gascoines
Luke Saywell, Partner at Gascoines, says: “We’ve embraced many changes over the years, and I’m proud of the progress we’ve made since my grandfather started Gascoines.
“From new technology like virtual tours and drones to growing and retaining our highly skilled team – all of which makes the property process more positive and efficient for our customers.”
And he adds: “We’ve got some ambitious plans for the business. We’re eager to expand our services to incorporate more work in the new homes and land areas of the property market – ensuring we’re continually evolving to ensure we’re at the forefront of the market for another 70 years.”
Main picture: Back row left to right: Lucy Toule, Property Consultant; Anne Pitchfork, PA to Directors; Shirley Marsden, Financial Co-ordinator; Denise Seglins, The Loughborough Society; Emma Gascoine, Chief Executive; Amy Perkins, Property Consultant and Fynnola Campbell, Marketing Assistant.
Front row left to right: Sophie Holehouse, Trainee; Denise Whitehead, Administration and Accounts; Luke Saywell, Partner; Pat Curtis, Property Consultant and Jess Mitchell, Office Manager.