Buying at Auction

In Person

If attending the auction, you will be asked for proof of identity and address. Please keep your bidder's number (paddle) and show it to the auctioneer if a lot is knocked down to you.

By Telephone

If you wish to bid by telephone enquiries@mellorsandkirk.com at least 24 hours before the auction.

By Commission Bid (On our website)

You can create an online account here and login to place bids directly from our online auction catalogues.

Just place the maximum amount you are willing to bid and we will bid on your behalf.

Live Online Bidding

Mellors & Kirk offer an online bidding service via mellorsandkirk.com, easyliveauction.com or the-saleroom.com for bidders unable to attend

To bid online you will need to register for the auction at

mellorsandkirk.com, the-saleroom.com or easyliveauction.com

Once registered you can watch the auction in real time, simply click the bid button to place a bid.

Buyers are charged an inclusive premium of 24% in addition to the hammer price.  Live bidding platforms attract additional costs as detailed below:

mellorsandkirk.com - 1.5% (plus VAT)

Easyliveauction.com - 3.00% +VAT on the hammer price of all lots purchased or a flat fee of £3.00 is taken by Easylive Note: This fee will be taken regardless of whether you bid on or purchase lots.

the-saleroom.com – 4.95% (+ VAT)

Buyer's Premium

Buyers are charged a premium of 20% (plus VAT) in addition to the hammer price. Subject to a minimum charge of £6 per lot plus VAT

Storage

All lots will be stored free of charge at the buyer's risk for two weeks, after which charges begin to accrue.

Packing

Buyers are asked to make their own arrangements for collection.

Terms & Conditions

Click here to view Terms & Conditions of Business for buying at Mellors & Kirk