(I15) 1600mm Victoria Traditional Roll Top Double Slipper Bath - Ball Feet

Read article : (I15) 1600mm Victoria Traditional Roll Top Double Slipper Bath - Ball Feet

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE

These General Conditions of Sale (the ‘Conditions) apply to any auction held or organised by the Auctioneer.

1) Definitions

1. 1)1.  When used in these Conditions, the following terms highlighted in bold shall have the following meanings:

   Auction:a public or private sale in which Goods belonging to the Seller are sold to the highest Bidder by the Auctioneer;

   Auctioneer: William George & Co Ltd (09080414) or any other company within the Group (including their employees and agents and any person to whom conduct of the Auction is delegated under clause 5.11);

   Bid: an offer to purchase a Lot in accordance with these Conditions submitted by a Bidder:

   Bidder: a person bidding for a Lot;
   Buyer: a person who submits the highest Bid for a Lot that is accepted by

   the Auctioneer;

   Buyer’s Premium: the Buyer shall pay a Buyer’s Premium of 16.5% plus VAT, unless otherwise indicated;

   Goods: any item (or number of items) consigned to the Auctioneer by the Seller to be placed into a Lot for sale at an Auction;

   Group: any entity that is a ‘subsidiary’ or ‘holding’ company as defined by s.1159 Companies Act 2006;

   Lot: (a collection of) Goods listed (whether in a catalogue or otherwise) by the Auctioneer that are available to be purchased at an Auction;

   Overseas Purchaser: a Buyer whose residence is outside the UK; and

   Seller: a person who has placed Goods with the Auctioneer for sale and who has the legal and beneficial title to the Goods listed in a Lot and/or any agent(s) authorised to act on their behalf.

   VAT: Value Added Tax at [the current rate] of the Lot price, unless otherwise indicated;

2. 1)2.  Any person who attends an Auction and/or submits a Bid at an Auction held or organised by the Auctioneer, whether by electronic means or otherwise, is deemed to have read and accepted these Conditions by reference to their attendance at the Auction or submission of a Bid.

3. 1)3.  To the extent that these Conditions are inconsistent with any special conditions set out or referred to in the Auction catalogue or announced at the Auction, the special conditions shall prevail.

4. 1)4.  References to a ‘person’ in these Conditions shall (where the context requires) include a natural person, corporate or unincorporated body (whether or not having a separate legal personality) and that person’s successors and permitted assigns.

2) The Seller’s Instructions and Warranties

1. 2.1  The Seller warrants that:-

   1. (a)  they have the full unencumbered legal title and express authority to sell the Goods that the Auctioneer has placed into in a Lot;

   2. (b)  the Goods placed into a Lot by the Auctioneer will be of satisfactory quality, will be fit for purpose and will be in accordance with any other relevant statutory obligations relating to the sale of the Goods;

   3. (c)  the description and content of the information listed by the Auctioneer (whether in a catalogue or otherwise) relating to any Goods is accurate and not misleading in anyway;

   4. (d)  subject to any contrary powers of the Auctioneer set out in these Conditions, he will sell the Goods placed in a Lot for the price indicated in a Bid submitted by a Buyer providing that the conditions in clause 4.1 are satisfied; ; and

   5. (e)  he will not contact any Buyers or potential buyers directly in relation to a sale of any Goods whilst they are listed in a Lot.

2. 2.2  If the Seller’s instructions are given by the Seller’s agent, the Seller’s agent warrants that he has the Seller’s authority:-

   1. (a)  to instruct the Auctioneer;

   2. (b)  to give the warranties set out in clause 2.1 above; and

   3. (c)  to instruct the Auctioneer to act in accordance with any special conditions.

3) The Auctioneer’s Remuneration

1. The Auctioneer’s remuneration shall be such as has been agreed between the Seller and the Auctioneer.

2. The Auctioneer may (in his discretion) deduct his remuneration from monies received from the Buyer before accounting to the Seller for the balance.

4) General rules governing bidding and buying

1. 4.1  If a Bidder submits a Bid to purchase any Lot(s), they must complete the transaction with the Seller providing:

   1. (a)  their Bid has been accepted as the highest value Bid for the Lot by the Seller; once the Auction for that Lot has closed;

   2. (b)  the Auctioneer declares that Bidder to be the Buyer in accordance with clause 5.7 and

   3. (c)  the value of their Bid is at least equal to or greater than any minimum reserve price for the Lot set by the Seller (if any).

2. 4.2  Upon satisfaction of the conditions in clause 4.1 a Buyer can only terminate a contract to purchase the Lot if the Goods comprising the Lot do not materially comply with the information provided in the Auction catalogue in relation to them.

1. 4.3  Unless the Auctioneer has previously acknowledged in writing that the Bidder bids as agent on behalf of a named principal, every Bidder shall be taken to bid on his own behalf as principal.

2. 4.4  Placing a Bid entitles the Auctioneer and any Seller to rely on the Bid as a genuine offer to purchase the Goods contained in the Lot.

3. 4.5  If the Auctioneer has earlier acknowledged in writing that the Bidder bids as agent on behalf of a named principal, the Bidder warrants that he has the authority of his principal to make each Bid he makes.

4. 4.6  The Bidder has the right to view all Lots. If the Bidder wishes to view a Lot,

   the Bidder must contact the Auctioneer atenquiries@wgandco.comThe Bidder must give the Auctioneer a minimum of 24 hours notice to arrange a viewing of a Lot. Please note that the Auctioneer can not guarantee any viewing of any Lot in the final 24hours of the Auction.

5. 4.7  Any request for information on a lot, must come via email, either through the

   lot enquiry form on each lot, or via email to -enquiries@wgandco.comPotential bidders must register for an auction to receive information about a lot. 

 

5) Conduct of the Auction

5.1  The Auctioneer offers each Lot as an agent of the Seller and not as principal unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

5.2  Any Lot may be subject to a minimum reserve price set by the Seller unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

5.3  The Seller or his representative or the Auctioneer on his behalf may Bid for any Lot unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

5.4  The Auctioneer may at any time before the fall of the hammer withdraw or divide any Lot or combine any Lots.

5.5  With the previous written consent of the Seller, the Auctioneer may sell any Lot by private sale before or after the Auction.

5.6  Any person wishing to place a Bid for a Lot at an Auction organised by the Auctioneer must register with Bidspotter.co.uk, their relevant details and register a valid credit or debit card before they will be able to Bid.

5.7  A Bidder who submits the highest value Bid for any Lot before an Auction is closed may be declared as the Buyer by the Auctioneer.

5.8  If a Bidder submits a Bid within 10 minutes or less of the closure of any Auction, the Auctioneer reserves the right to automatically extend the time during which Bids can be submitted for a Lot by ten (10) minutes.

5.9  The Auctioneer may decide whether there is a dispute between Bidders, summarily determine the dispute or immediately again offer the Lot for sale, in each case without being required to give a reason.

5.10  The Auctioneer shall in every other respect decide how the Auction is to be conducted and without being required to give a reason.

5.11  The Auctioneer may in his sole discretion delegate to a person whom he believes to be competent to conduct the auction in accordance with these Conditions

5.12 The Auctioneer reserves the right to reject any bids which the Auctioneer feels in its sole discretion does not reflect reasonable value.

5.13 The Auctioneer has a right to report suspicious activities to the relevant authorities, at any time.

5.14 The Auctioneer shall notify all successful Buyers by email.

5.15 The Buyer can access the Auction at www.bidspotter.co.uk or www.i-bidder.co.uk, www.the-saleroom.com & www.wgandco.com

5.16 We cannot be held liable for any errors on the website, problems with registration / accepting bids

5.17 The description of the item should hold precedence over the photographs. We reserve the right to use stock / catalogue images if original photographs cannot be used. Caution should be used when bidding on an item with only a stock image, as colours and sizes of an item can vary from the sale item. No warranty is given.

6) After the Sale

6.1 Upon the Auctioneer declaring the Auction for any Lot to be closed and the Lot to be sold, the Buyer shall immediately arrange to pay not less than 25% of the price offered in their Bid to the Auctioneer by way of direct payment into the nominated bank account of the Auctioneer (details of which shall be provided to the Buyer by the Auctioneer).

6.2 Payments shall be in pounds sterling (£) (unless otherwise indicated).

6.3 All prices are exclusive of VAT or other applicable taxes, delivery charges and insurance unless otherwise indicated by the Auctioneer (whether in the catalogue or otherwise).

6.4 Within [1] business day of the closure of the Auction in relation to any Lot the Buyer shall confirm the identity of any person on whose behalf he has purchased the Lot (if any).

6.5 The Buyer shall pay the following sums to the Auctioneer in full within 2 days of the Auction:

(a) the balance of the price due for the Lot together with any VAT due (including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium); or

(b) where the final price for the Lot was not immediately determined upon the closure of the Auction for the Lot, the value as summarily determined by the Auctioneer, whose determination shall be final and binding, of all or part of any Lot.

In every case time shall be of the essence. Deadline is 16:00hrs on the second day after the auction.

6.6 The Auctioneer may at any time in his sole discretion grant the Buyer an extension of time, in which case the Buyer shall pay the auctioneer in full in accordance with such extension before moving or removing the Lot.

6.7 If the Buyer fails to make any payment due to the Auctioneer under these Conditions by the due date for payment, then, without limiting the Auctioneer’s remedies under these Conditions, the Buyer shall:

6.7.1 be contacted by the Auctioneer by email and telephone;

6.7.2 pay storage charges for the Lot at £20 per lot per day (more substantial items such as cars, plant, machinery or with a value over £10,000 shall be charged at £50 per Lot per day);

6.7.3 be responsible for paying any transportation costs of the Lot, this includes any charges connected with returning the item back to the Seller;

6.7.4 pay interest on the overdue amount at the rate of 8% per annum above the Bank of England’s base rate from time to time. Such interest shall accrue on a daily basis from the due date until actual payment of the overdue amount, whether before or after judgment. The Buyer shall pay the interest together with the overdue amount.

6.8 Until the Buyer has complied with clause 6.5 above:-

(a) title to any Lot shall not pass to the Buyer;

(b) the Lot shall be at the Buyer’s risk;

(c) the Auctioneer shall have a lien over any Lot purchased by the Buyer at the Auction; and

(d) if the Buyer effects or purports to effect a resale or any other disposition of all or part of the Lot, the Buyer shall hold the proceeds of resale or other disposition on trust for the Auctioneer and the Seller.

6.9 On written request by the Highest Bidder the Auctioneer shall provide a VAT invoice in a proper form, if appropriate.

7) Removal of the Lot

7.1 The Buyer may not remove their Lot until after the end of the Auction and the Auctioneer has confirmed that they are holding cleared funds received from the Buyer without the prior written consent of the Auctioneer.

7.2 After paying the sums specified in clause 6.5 above, the Buyer must remove the Lot bought within 5 days of the end of the auction. In each case time shall be of the essence.

7.3 The Auctioneer may at any time at his sole discretion and on terms reasonably specified by him grant the Buyer an extension to the time specified in clause 7.2 above.

7.4 If the Lot bought is or includes a motor vehicle, no warranty is given by the Auctioneer that the vehicle may safely or lawfully be driven on any road.

7.5 When removing any Lot the Buyer:-

(a) is responsible for detaching any Lot fixed to land and must do so safely and lawfully and must not use flame cutters, explosives or any other dangerous equipment or process without previous written permission signed by or on behalf of the Auctioneer; a written Health and Safety plan with method statement may be required.

(b) must use safe and lawful means of removing the Lot;

(c) shall indemnify the Auctioneer and Seller against any loss damage legal or other expenses and any claim arising from the detaching of the Lot or its removal; and

(d) shall have adequate insurance in respect of such indemnity and shall on request produce to the Auctioneer a receipt for the last premium due or other sufficient evidence that such insurance has been effected and remains in force.

7.6 The Auctioneer reserves the right to stop the removal of any Lot if in their sole discretion they do not believe the Lot is being moved in accordance with clause 7.5 above.

7.6 It is the Buyers sole responsibility to arrange for collection or delivery of the Lot.

7.7 Lots will not be released, even when purchased, if there is an outstanding invoice, in this or another auction.

7.8 Purchasers should contact the vendor or agent, once an invoice has been paid to ensure there are no lifting out fees for large, outsized or dangerous goods.

7.9 There is no guarantee of collection in the first 48 hours after an auction.

7.10 Once an item is removed from the sellers location by the buyer or a third party on their behalf, then it is deemed to be acceptable and correct.

7.11 Any issues relating to an item should be taken up with the vendor at the point of collection.

8) Liability of the Auctioneer

8.1 Goods sold in any Lot are sold as seen, with all faults and imperfections and the Auctioneer is not responsible for any defects whatsoever (whether latent or not).

8.2 No warranty or representation of any kind is given or authorised to be given by the Auctioneer with regards to any Lot.

8.3 The Auctioneer has no liability to the Buyer for any delivery or collection costs. If the Buyer is unable to collect any Lot, the Buyer is to contact the Seller, once the invoice has been paid.

8.4 The auctioneer is acting as the sales agent for the lots in auction. Any problems with a lot should be taken up with the vendor.

9) Overseas purchasers

9.1 If the Buyer is an Overseas Purchaser they must advise of their intentions to export the Lot immediately and notify the sales co-ordinator of the Auctioneer by email: accounts@wgandco.com

9.2 Overseas Purchasers will be required to provide the following information: (a scanned copy of):

(a) their passport(s);

(b) another form of identity, (i.e. drivers licence, name, address, UK agent (if any), telephone and fax numbers);

(c) full details of their national bank and their UK corresponding bank; and

(d) details from their bank confirming method of payment.

9.3 It is the Buyers’ responsibility to ensure that:

(a) the country to which the Goods are destined to got to have no import restrictions on the Goods that they have purchased;

(b) the country has no import licence restrictions or a restriction on currency allocation;

(c) the country has no prolonged inspection procedure, which might cause excessive delay in allowing the Goods to be imported;

(d) they employ a reputable freight-forwarding organisation; and

(e) the Buyer has read and agreed with these Conditions.

9.4 If there are any special arrangements that the Buyer wishes to make with the Auctioneer, the Buyer must contact the Auctioneer at least three business days before an Auction takes place.

9.5 We reserve the right to insist a deposit is paid before bidding from an overseas bidder.

10) VAT and subsequent refunds.

10.1 All Buyers intending to export a Lot will be charged an additional deposit equal to that of the VAT due on each Lot purchased.

10.2 In order to qualify for a refund, the Goods must be exported in accordance with relevant export regulations and valid written evidence of such compliance shall be sent by the Buyer to the Auctioneer within one month of the date of export to the following address on official company headed notepaper signed by the Buyer: William George & Co Ltd, 8 Phorpres Close, Peterborough, PE7 8FZ.

10.3 Where satisfactory evidence is not provided, goods will be subject to UK VAT at the standard rate of export and the Buyer will forfeit any deposit they may have paid in accordance with this clause 10.

10.4 The Auctioneer is unable to refund the VAT on the Buyers’ Premium in any circumstances.

10.5 If the Buyer chooses to export their purchases using their own transport, then VAT will be levied and refunded upon satisfactory documentation supporting the removal of the Goods purchased being sent to the address set out in clause 10.2.

10.6 Notwithstanding any other clause in these Conditions the Auctioneer reserves the right to refuse:

(a) to accept any Bid from a Bidder; or

(b) to sell any Lot (in whole or in part) to a Buyer.

11) Default by the Buyer

11.1 If at any time the Buyer fails to pay any of the sums under these Conditions when they fall due or to remove any Lot by the time specified in clause 7 above (or any extension granted under clause 7 above) the Auctioneer may rescind the sale of that Lot, in which case any deposit shall be forfeited, and that Lot may be resold by Auction or privately by the Auctioneer.

11.2 If the Auctioneer has rescinded the sale but the Buyer has removed the Lot bought, the Auctioneer shall be entitled upon serving reasonable advanced written notice on the Buyer, to enter upon any premises where he believes the Lot to be and safely remove it.

11.3 If the Auctioneer has rescinded the sale and the Lot has been resold, the Buyer shall make good any deficiency, namely:-

(a) the sale price less the resale price; and/or

(b) the costs of and costs incidental to the resale of the Lot.

11.4 If the Buyer has failed to remove any Lot by the time specified in clause 7 above (or any extension granted under clause 7 above) and as a result the Seller is unable to give vacant possession on disposing of or relinquishing any interest in the premises from which the Lot should have been removed, the Buyer shall compensate the Seller for any loss arising from their failure to give vacant possession.

11.5 If at any time the Buyer in any way breaches or defaults under any of these Conditions, the Auctioneer reserves the right (without prejudice to any other rights) to issue proceedings 28 days after the Buyer’s initial default or breach of these terms. The Auctioneer’s claim shall include, but not limited to, any loss of earnings (buyers commission), any administration charges, any storage charges and any legal fees associated with the Buyer’s breach or default (all amounts will exclude VAT).

11.6 The Auctioneer reserves the right to recover any outstanding charges from the Buyers payment card used to register for the Auction.

11.6.1 if the card used to register is fraudulent, registered to a third party or does not have enough funds on it to cover the cost, a £25 plus Vat fee will be added to the invoice.

11.6.2 if we have to take payment from a registered card, we will endeavour to take from the invoice, in descending order, the whole amount, half the amount, one quarter of the amount, our premium plus Vat, £100 and then £50.

11.6.3 if the attempt to take payment is unsuccessful then we will charge £5.00 per transaction to recover the funds in 11.6.2

11.6.4 We do not except payment by credit or debt card - Our charges for credit card are 4% and 2% for debit cards.when taking deposit 

11.6.5 Bidders who submit charge backs after non payment of an invoice will be charged the following

(a) Administrative charge of £250 plus VAT to defend the charge back.

(b) Storage charges will start immediately the Charge Back notification is received from our bank for a minimum of 28 days at a rate of £50 per item per day, plus Vat. We will also look to recover all of our premium.

(c) All Chargebacks will be pursued through the courts.

11.6.6 Invoices that are outstanding 10 days after the end of the Auction will have the funds debited direct from registered bank card. This will include but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, storage and transport costs and Vat.

11.7 If the Auctioneer issues proceedings the following costs shall be payable by the Buyer:

11.7.1 the solicitor costs varying from £150 - £250 plus VAT for the issuing of proceedings;

11.7.2 £10 plus VAT for the initial letter sent by the solicitor; and

11.7.3 any court fees that are incurred, including but not limited to £90 lost wages, travel costs and £165 hearing fee.

11.7.4 Our solicitors rate for attending court is £300 plus VAT per hour, plus expenses.

11.7.5 Our staff rate for processing a legal claim is £70 plus VAT per hour plus expenses.

11.8 Any Buyer who is in default or breach under these terms shall be banned from any Auction held by the Auctioneer, Bidspotter or ibidder.

12) Data Protection

12.1 The Auctioneer will only use the personal information provided to them to provide auction services, or to inform Buyers and Sellers about similar services which they provide, [unless told by such parties that they do not want to receive this information by ticking the ‘opt out’ box on the bid slip, or by ticking the relevant box on the relevant web page.

12.2 The Buyers and Sellers acknowledge and agree that the Auctioneer may pass their details to credit reference agencies.

13) Waiver

13.1 No failure or delay by the Auctioneer to exercise any right or remedy provided under this agreement or by law shall constitute a waiver of that or any other right or remedy, nor shall it prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy. No single or partial exercise of such right or remedy by the Auctioneer shall prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy.

14) Jurisdiction

14.1 These Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, save that:

(a) if the Auction is held in Scotland, in accordance with the laws of Scotland; or

(b) if the Auction is held in Northern Ireland, in accordance with the laws in Northern Ireland (where applicable).

15) Guidance on Registration

15.1 The Auctioneer reserves the right to decline a bidders registration to bid without notice or recourse.

15.2 The Auctioneer reserves the right to request a deposit from all or any bidders at any time.

15.3 Unless and Invoice is amended within 1 business day as per point 6.4, to state that the name should be changed to a Company. Then the registered bidder is always liable for any outstanding invoice.

15.4 If the invoice is changed to a company as per point 6.4 and the company goes into liquidation or is dissolved then the original registered bidder will still be liable for any outstanding debt.

15.5 We reserve the right to request to Companies House that any company that has an outstanding debt is halted from dissolution until the debt is cleared.

15.6 A bidder must give their full name at registration, initials and nicknames are not valid.

15.7 By registering for an auction, you agree to be entered into our mailing list.

15.8 If you are purchasing an item through third party finance, this needs to be pre-arranged so that there is no delay in payment.

16) General Conditions

16.1 All our telephone calls are recorded. We reserve the right to use them as evidence in the event of a dispute.

16.2 All auctions are Business to Business transaction and not a retail transaction.

16.3 The contract of sale is between the Vendor and the purchaser, William George & Co Ltd, its staff and subsidiaries are the broker to ease the transaction and is not liable whatsoever.

Any issue with a lot must be raised with 14 days of the auction ending - after this date we are unable to take action and all communication must be directed to the Vendor  

 

(AA91) Gladstone II Bath Mixer Shower Tap with Hand Held Presenting a contemporary design, this s

Read article : (AA91) Gladstone II Bath Mixer Shower Tap with Hand Held Presenting a contemporary design, this s

Auction End Date: 25th August 2017. 1pm
Payment Due Date: 29th August 2017. 4pm
Collection Due Date: 1st September 2017. 4pm
Delivery Information (if applicable):

Sale Currency: GBP 
VAT: VAT is always payable on the Buyers Premium - Please check the individual lot to find out if VAT is applicable on Hammer 

Other Information: 

This stock is part of an ongoing liquidation on behalf of a large online bathroom fixture retailer.  The vast majority of this stock is new and boxed however a small number of items have been out lifted from showrooms and may have cosmetic marks.  All items are 'sold as seen' as clearance liquidation stocks and viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.  

_________________________________________________________________________________ 

Lot Locations

Sheffield, S4

_________________________________________________________________________________ 

Before You Bid Checklist

Please be aware that once you bid you are legally bound to pay your invoice, bids placed in auction cannot be removed afterwards. If you are unsure do not bid. 

All Lots are subject to a Buyers Premium

Payment from outside the UK will be subject to a £10 charge

Payment is to be made via Bank Transfer, or cash can be paid into a Lloyds Bank branch

We do not accept card payments or cash on collection

If you are exporting goods won in auction. The VAT on Hammer must be paid first, and will only be refunded on receipt of proof of export

Please note that late payment and collection fees will be added where applicable

As this is not a retail sale, the Sale of Goods Act does not apply

Please note that all bids are final. We cannot retract a bid once it has been placed

Viewing & Enquiries 

To arrange a viewing, or make an enquiry you must first register for this auction. Once your registration has been approved, please click the ‘Ask A Question’ button within our Auctioneer details area of the specific lot you are interested in. This will let us know exactly which lot you are enquiring about, and help us keep track of your enquiry. 

Once we have received your request, a member of our support team will contact you back shortly. Unfortunately, we are unable to process viewings or specific enquiries directly over the phone as we will need time to contact the vendor. 

Unfortunately, no viewing can be accommodated within the last 24hrs of the sale. 

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE

These General Conditions of Sale (the ‘Conditions) apply to any auction held or organised by the Auctioneer.

1) Definitions

1. 1)1.  When used in these Conditions, the following terms highlighted in bold shall have the following meanings:

   Auction:a public or private sale in which Goods belonging to the Seller are sold to the highest Bidder by the Auctioneer;

   Auctioneer: William George & Co Ltd (09080414) or any other company within the Group (including their employees and agents and any person to whom conduct of the Auction is delegated under clause 5.11);

   Bid: an offer to purchase a Lot in accordance with these Conditions submitted by a Bidder:

   Bidder: a person bidding for a Lot;
   Buyer: a person who submits the highest Bid for a Lot that is accepted by

   the Auctioneer;

   Buyer’s Premium: the Buyer shall pay a Buyer’s Premium of 16.5% plus VAT, unless otherwise indicated;

   Goods: any item (or number of items) consigned to the Auctioneer by the Seller to be placed into a Lot for sale at an Auction;

   Group: any entity that is a ‘subsidiary’ or ‘holding’ company as defined by s.1159 Companies Act 2006;

   Lot: (a collection of) Goods listed (whether in a catalogue or otherwise) by the Auctioneer that are available to be purchased at an Auction;

   Overseas Purchaser: a Buyer whose residence is outside the UK; and

   Seller: a person who has placed Goods with the Auctioneer for sale and who has the legal and beneficial title to the Goods listed in a Lot and/or any agent(s) authorised to act on their behalf.

   VAT: Value Added Tax at [the current rate] of the Lot price, unless otherwise indicated;

2. 1)2.  Any person who attends an Auction and/or submits a Bid at an Auction held or organised by the Auctioneer, whether by electronic means or otherwise, is deemed to have read and accepted these Conditions by reference to their attendance at the Auction or submission of a Bid.

3. 1)3.  To the extent that these Conditions are inconsistent with any special conditions set out or referred to in the Auction catalogue or announced at the Auction, the special conditions shall prevail.

4. 1)4.  References to a ‘person’ in these Conditions shall (where the context requires) include a natural person, corporate or unincorporated body (whether or not having a separate legal personality) and that person’s successors and permitted assigns.

2) The Seller’s Instructions and Warranties

1. 2.1  The Seller warrants that:-

   1. (a)  they have the full unencumbered legal title and express authority to sell the Goods that the Auctioneer has placed into in a Lot;

   2. (b)  the Goods placed into a Lot by the Auctioneer will be of satisfactory quality, will be fit for purpose and will be in accordance with any other relevant statutory obligations relating to the sale of the Goods;

   3. (c)  the description and content of the information listed by the Auctioneer (whether in a catalogue or otherwise) relating to any Goods is accurate and not misleading in anyway;

   4. (d)  subject to any contrary powers of the Auctioneer set out in these Conditions, he will sell the Goods placed in a Lot for the price indicated in a Bid submitted by a Buyer providing that the conditions in clause 4.1 are satisfied; ; and

   5. (e)  he will not contact any Buyers or potential buyers directly in relation to a sale of any Goods whilst they are listed in a Lot.

2. 2.2  If the Seller’s instructions are given by the Seller’s agent, the Seller’s agent warrants that he has the Seller’s authority:-

   1. (a)  to instruct the Auctioneer;

   2. (b)  to give the warranties set out in clause 2.1 above; and

   3. (c)  to instruct the Auctioneer to act in accordance with any special conditions.

3) The Auctioneer’s Remuneration

1. The Auctioneer’s remuneration shall be such as has been agreed between the Seller and the Auctioneer.

2. The Auctioneer may (in his discretion) deduct his remuneration from monies received from the Buyer before accounting to the Seller for the balance.

4) General rules governing bidding and buying

1. 4.1  If a Bidder submits a Bid to purchase any Lot(s), they must complete the transaction with the Seller providing:

   1. (a)  their Bid has been accepted as the highest value Bid for the Lot by the Seller; once the Auction for that Lot has closed;

   2. (b)  the Auctioneer declares that Bidder to be the Buyer in accordance with clause 5.7 and

   3. (c)  the value of their Bid is at least equal to or greater than any minimum reserve price for the Lot set by the Seller (if any).

2. 4.2  Upon satisfaction of the conditions in clause 4.1 a Buyer can only terminate a contract to purchase the Lot if the Goods comprising the Lot do not materially comply with the information provided in the Auction catalogue in relation to them.

1. 4.3  Unless the Auctioneer has previously acknowledged in writing that the Bidder bids as agent on behalf of a named principal, every Bidder shall be taken to bid on his own behalf as principal.

2. 4.4  Placing a Bid entitles the Auctioneer and any Seller to rely on the Bid as a genuine offer to purchase the Goods contained in the Lot.

3. 4.5  If the Auctioneer has earlier acknowledged in writing that the Bidder bids as agent on behalf of a named principal, the Bidder warrants that he has the authority of his principal to make each Bid he makes.

4. 4.6  The Bidder has the right to view all Lots. If the Bidder wishes to view a Lot,

   the Bidder must contact the Auctioneer atenquiries@wgandco.comThe Bidder must give the Auctioneer a minimum of 24 hours notice to arrange a viewing of a Lot. Please note that the Auctioneer can not guarantee any viewing of any Lot in the final 24hours of the Auction.

5. 4.7  Any request for information on a lot, must come via email, either through the

   lot enquiry form on each lot, or via email to -enquiries@wgandco.comPotential bidders must register for an auction to receive information about a lot. 

 

5) Conduct of the Auction

5.1  The Auctioneer offers each Lot as an agent of the Seller and not as principal unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

5.2  Any Lot may be subject to a minimum reserve price set by the Seller unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

5.3  The Seller or his representative or the Auctioneer on his behalf may Bid for any Lot unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

5.4  The Auctioneer may at any time before the fall of the hammer withdraw or divide any Lot or combine any Lots.

5.5  With the previous written consent of the Seller, the Auctioneer may sell any Lot by private sale before or after the Auction.

5.6  Any person wishing to place a Bid for a Lot at an Auction organised by the Auctioneer must register with Bidspotter.co.uk, their relevant details and register a valid credit or debit card before they will be able to Bid.

5.7  A Bidder who submits the highest value Bid for any Lot before an Auction is closed may be declared as the Buyer by the Auctioneer.

5.8  If a Bidder submits a Bid within 10 minutes or less of the closure of any Auction, the Auctioneer reserves the right to automatically extend the time during which Bids can be submitted for a Lot by ten (10) minutes.

5.9  The Auctioneer may decide whether there is a dispute between Bidders, summarily determine the dispute or immediately again offer the Lot for sale, in each case without being required to give a reason.

5.10  The Auctioneer shall in every other respect decide how the Auction is to be conducted and without being required to give a reason.

5.11  The Auctioneer may in his sole discretion delegate to a person whom he believes to be competent to conduct the auction in accordance with these Conditions

5.12 The Auctioneer reserves the right to reject any bids which the Auctioneer feels in its sole discretion does not reflect reasonable value.

5.13 The Auctioneer has a right to report suspicious activities to the relevant authorities, at any time.

5.14 The Auctioneer shall notify all successful Buyers by email.

5.15 The Buyer can access the Auction at www.bidspotter.co.uk or www.i-bidder.co.uk, www.the-saleroom.com & www.wgandco.com

5.16 We cannot be held liable for any errors on the website, problems with registration / accepting bids

5.17 The description of the item should hold precedence over the photographs. We reserve the right to use stock / catalogue images if original photographs cannot be used. Caution should be used when bidding on an item with only a stock image, as colours and sizes of an item can vary from the sale item. No warranty is given.

6) After the Sale

6.1 Upon the Auctioneer declaring the Auction for any Lot to be closed and the Lot to be sold, the Buyer shall immediately arrange to pay not less than 25% of the price offered in their Bid to the Auctioneer by way of direct payment into the nominated bank account of the Auctioneer (details of which shall be provided to the Buyer by the Auctioneer).

6.2 Payments shall be in pounds sterling (£) (unless otherwise indicated).

6.3 All prices are exclusive of VAT or other applicable taxes, delivery charges and insurance unless otherwise indicated by the Auctioneer (whether in the catalogue or otherwise).

6.4 Within [1] business day of the closure of the Auction in relation to any Lot the Buyer shall confirm the identity of any person on whose behalf he has purchased the Lot (if any).

6.5 The Buyer shall pay the following sums to the Auctioneer in full within 2 days of the Auction:

(a) the balance of the price due for the Lot together with any VAT due (including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium); or

(b) where the final price for the Lot was not immediately determined upon the closure of the Auction for the Lot, the value as summarily determined by the Auctioneer, whose determination shall be final and binding, of all or part of any Lot.

In every case time shall be of the essence. Deadline is 16:00hrs on the second day after the auction.

6.6 The Auctioneer may at any time in his sole discretion grant the Buyer an extension of time, in which case the Buyer shall pay the auctioneer in full in accordance with such extension before moving or removing the Lot.

6.7 If the Buyer fails to make any payment due to the Auctioneer under these Conditions by the due date for payment, then, without limiting the Auctioneer’s remedies under these Conditions, the Buyer shall:

6.7.1 be contacted by the Auctioneer by email and telephone;

6.7.2 pay storage charges for the Lot at £20 per lot per day (more substantial items such as cars, plant, machinery or with a value over £10,000 shall be charged at £50 per Lot per day);

6.7.3 be responsible for paying any transportation costs of the Lot, this includes any charges connected with returning the item back to the Seller;

6.7.4 pay interest on the overdue amount at the rate of 8% per annum above the Bank of England’s base rate from time to time. Such interest shall accrue on a daily basis from the due date until actual payment of the overdue amount, whether before or after judgment. The Buyer shall pay the interest together with the overdue amount.

6.8 Until the Buyer has complied with clause 6.5 above:-

(a) title to any Lot shall not pass to the Buyer;

(b) the Lot shall be at the Buyer’s risk;

(c) the Auctioneer shall have a lien over any Lot purchased by the Buyer at the Auction; and

(d) if the Buyer effects or purports to effect a resale or any other disposition of all or part of the Lot, the Buyer shall hold the proceeds of resale or other disposition on trust for the Auctioneer and the Seller.

6.9 On written request by the Highest Bidder the Auctioneer shall provide a VAT invoice in a proper form, if appropriate.

7) Removal of the Lot

7.1 The Buyer may not remove their Lot until after the end of the Auction and the Auctioneer has confirmed that they are holding cleared funds received from the Buyer without the prior written consent of the Auctioneer.

7.2 After paying the sums specified in clause 6.5 above, the Buyer must remove the Lot bought within 5 days of the end of the auction. In each case time shall be of the essence.

7.3 The Auctioneer may at any time at his sole discretion and on terms reasonably specified by him grant the Buyer an extension to the time specified in clause 7.2 above.

7.4 If the Lot bought is or includes a motor vehicle, no warranty is given by the Auctioneer that the vehicle may safely or lawfully be driven on any road.

7.5 When removing any Lot the Buyer:-

(a) is responsible for detaching any Lot fixed to land and must do so safely and lawfully and must not use flame cutters, explosives or any other dangerous equipment or process without previous written permission signed by or on behalf of the Auctioneer; a written Health and Safety plan with method statement may be required.

(b) must use safe and lawful means of removing the Lot;

(c) shall indemnify the Auctioneer and Seller against any loss damage legal or other expenses and any claim arising from the detaching of the Lot or its removal; and

(d) shall have adequate insurance in respect of such indemnity and shall on request produce to the Auctioneer a receipt for the last premium due or other sufficient evidence that such insurance has been effected and remains in force.

7.6 The Auctioneer reserves the right to stop the removal of any Lot if in their sole discretion they do not believe the Lot is being moved in accordance with clause 7.5 above.

7.6 It is the Buyers sole responsibility to arrange for collection or delivery of the Lot.

7.7 Lots will not be released, even when purchased, if there is an outstanding invoice, in this or another auction.

7.8 Purchasers should contact the vendor or agent, once an invoice has been paid to ensure there are no lifting out fees for large, outsized or dangerous goods.

7.9 There is no guarantee of collection in the first 48 hours after an auction.

7.10 Once an item is removed from the sellers location by the buyer or a third party on their behalf, then it is deemed to be acceptable and correct.

7.11 Any issues relating to an item should be taken up with the vendor at the point of collection.

8) Liability of the Auctioneer

8.1 Goods sold in any Lot are sold as seen, with all faults and imperfections and the Auctioneer is not responsible for any defects whatsoever (whether latent or not).

8.2 No warranty or representation of any kind is given or authorised to be given by the Auctioneer with regards to any Lot.

8.3 The Auctioneer has no liability to the Buyer for any delivery or collection costs. If the Buyer is unable to collect any Lot, the Buyer is to contact the Seller, once the invoice has been paid.

8.4 The auctioneer is acting as the sales agent for the lots in auction. Any problems with a lot should be taken up with the vendor.

9) Overseas purchasers

9.1 If the Buyer is an Overseas Purchaser they must advise of their intentions to export the Lot immediately and notify the sales co-ordinator of the Auctioneer by email: accounts@wgandco.com

9.2 Overseas Purchasers will be required to provide the following information: (a scanned copy of):

(a) their passport(s);

(b) another form of identity, (i.e. drivers licence, name, address, UK agent (if any), telephone and fax numbers);

(c) full details of their national bank and their UK corresponding bank; and

(d) details from their bank confirming method of payment.

9.3 It is the Buyers’ responsibility to ensure that:

(a) the country to which the Goods are destined to got to have no import restrictions on the Goods that they have purchased;

(b) the country has no import licence restrictions or a restriction on currency allocation;

(c) the country has no prolonged inspection procedure, which might cause excessive delay in allowing the Goods to be imported;

(d) they employ a reputable freight-forwarding organisation; and

(e) the Buyer has read and agreed with these Conditions.

9.4 If there are any special arrangements that the Buyer wishes to make with the Auctioneer, the Buyer must contact the Auctioneer at least three business days before an Auction takes place.

9.5 We reserve the right to insist a deposit is paid before bidding from an overseas bidder.

10) VAT and subsequent refunds.

10.1 All Buyers intending to export a Lot will be charged an additional deposit equal to that of the VAT due on each Lot purchased.

10.2 In order to qualify for a refund, the Goods must be exported in accordance with relevant export regulations and valid written evidence of such compliance shall be sent by the Buyer to the Auctioneer within one month of the date of export to the following address on official company headed notepaper signed by the Buyer: William George & Co Ltd, 8 Phorpres Close, Peterborough, PE7 8FZ.

10.3 Where satisfactory evidence is not provided, goods will be subject to UK VAT at the standard rate of export and the Buyer will forfeit any deposit they may have paid in accordance with this clause 10.

10.4 The Auctioneer is unable to refund the VAT on the Buyers’ Premium in any circumstances.

10.5 If the Buyer chooses to export their purchases using their own transport, then VAT will be levied and refunded upon satisfactory documentation supporting the removal of the Goods purchased being sent to the address set out in clause 10.2.

10.6 Notwithstanding any other clause in these Conditions the Auctioneer reserves the right to refuse:

(a) to accept any Bid from a Bidder; or

(b) to sell any Lot (in whole or in part) to a Buyer.

11) Default by the Buyer

11.1 If at any time the Buyer fails to pay any of the sums under these Conditions when they fall due or to remove any Lot by the time specified in clause 7 above (or any extension granted under clause 7 above) the Auctioneer may rescind the sale of that Lot, in which case any deposit shall be forfeited, and that Lot may be resold by Auction or privately by the Auctioneer.

11.2 If the Auctioneer has rescinded the sale but the Buyer has removed the Lot bought, the Auctioneer shall be entitled upon serving reasonable advanced written notice on the Buyer, to enter upon any premises where he believes the Lot to be and safely remove it.

11.3 If the Auctioneer has rescinded the sale and the Lot has been resold, the Buyer shall make good any deficiency, namely:-

(a) the sale price less the resale price; and/or

(b) the costs of and costs incidental to the resale of the Lot.

11.4 If the Buyer has failed to remove any Lot by the time specified in clause 7 above (or any extension granted under clause 7 above) and as a result the Seller is unable to give vacant possession on disposing of or relinquishing any interest in the premises from which the Lot should have been removed, the Buyer shall compensate the Seller for any loss arising from their failure to give vacant possession.

11.5 If at any time the Buyer in any way breaches or defaults under any of these Conditions, the Auctioneer reserves the right (without prejudice to any other rights) to issue proceedings 28 days after the Buyer’s initial default or breach of these terms. The Auctioneer’s claim shall include, but not limited to, any loss of earnings (buyers commission), any administration charges, any storage charges and any legal fees associated with the Buyer’s breach or default (all amounts will exclude VAT).

11.6 The Auctioneer reserves the right to recover any outstanding charges from the Buyers payment card used to register for the Auction.

11.6.1 if the card used to register is fraudulent, registered to a third party or does not have enough funds on it to cover the cost, a £25 plus Vat fee will be added to the invoice.

11.6.2 if we have to take payment from a registered card, we will endeavour to take from the invoice, in descending order, the whole amount, half the amount, one quarter of the amount, our premium plus Vat, £100 and then £50.

11.6.3 if the attempt to take payment is unsuccessful then we will charge £5.00 per transaction to recover the funds in 11.6.2

11.6.4 We do not except payment by credit or debt card - Our charges for credit card are 4% and 2% for debit cards.when taking deposit 

11.6.5 Bidders who submit charge backs after non payment of an invoice will be charged the following

(a) Administrative charge of £250 plus VAT to defend the charge back.

(b) Storage charges will start immediately the Charge Back notification is received from our bank for a minimum of 28 days at a rate of £50 per item per day, plus Vat. We will also look to recover all of our premium.

(c) All Chargebacks will be pursued through the courts.

11.6.6 Invoices that are outstanding 10 days after the end of the Auction will have the funds debited direct from registered bank card. This will include but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, storage and transport costs and Vat.

11.7 If the Auctioneer issues proceedings the following costs shall be payable by the Buyer:

11.7.1 the solicitor costs varying from £150 - £250 plus VAT for the issuing of proceedings;

11.7.2 £10 plus VAT for the initial letter sent by the solicitor; and

11.7.3 any court fees that are incurred, including but not limited to £90 lost wages, travel costs and £165 hearing fee.

11.7.4 Our solicitors rate for attending court is £300 plus VAT per hour, plus expenses.

11.7.5 Our staff rate for processing a legal claim is £70 plus VAT per hour plus expenses.

11.8 Any Buyer who is in default or breach under these terms shall be banned from any Auction held by the Auctioneer, Bidspotter or ibidder.

12) Data Protection

12.1 The Auctioneer will only use the personal information provided to them to provide auction services, or to inform Buyers and Sellers about similar services which they provide, [unless told by such parties that they do not want to receive this information by ticking the ‘opt out’ box on the bid slip, or by ticking the relevant box on the relevant web page.

12.2 The Buyers and Sellers acknowledge and agree that the Auctioneer may pass their details to credit reference agencies.

13) Waiver

13.1 No failure or delay by the Auctioneer to exercise any right or remedy provided under this agreement or by law shall constitute a waiver of that or any other right or remedy, nor shall it prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy. No single or partial exercise of such right or remedy by the Auctioneer shall prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy.

14) Jurisdiction

14.1 These Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, save that:

(a) if the Auction is held in Scotland, in accordance with the laws of Scotland; or

(b) if the Auction is held in Northern Ireland, in accordance with the laws in Northern Ireland (where applicable).

15) Guidance on Registration

15.1 The Auctioneer reserves the right to decline a bidders registration to bid without notice or recourse.

15.2 The Auctioneer reserves the right to request a deposit from all or any bidders at any time.

15.3 Unless and Invoice is amended within 1 business day as per point 6.4, to state that the name should be changed to a Company. Then the registered bidder is always liable for any outstanding invoice.

15.4 If the invoice is changed to a company as per point 6.4 and the company goes into liquidation or is dissolved then the original registered bidder will still be liable for any outstanding debt.

15.5 We reserve the right to request to Companies House that any company that has an outstanding debt is halted from dissolution until the debt is cleared.

15.6 A bidder must give their full name at registration, initials and nicknames are not valid.

15.7 By registering for an auction, you agree to be entered into our mailing list.

15.8 If you are purchasing an item through third party finance, this needs to be pre-arranged so that there is no delay in payment.

16) General Conditions

16.1 All our telephone calls are recorded. We reserve the right to use them as evidence in the event of a dispute.

16.2 All auctions are Business to Business transaction and not a retail transaction.

16.3 The contract of sale is between the Vendor and the purchaser, William George & Co Ltd, its staff and subsidiaries are the broker to ease the transaction and is not liable whatsoever.

Any issue with a lot must be raised with 14 days of the auction ending - after this date we are unable to take action and all communication must be directed to the Vendor  

 

(L90) Avis II Waterfall Bath Mixer Tap. RRP £199.99. Presenting a contemporary design, this solid

Read article : (L90) Avis II Waterfall Bath Mixer Tap. RRP £199.99. Presenting a contemporary design, this solid

Auction Details

Auction End Date: 01/03/17
Payment Due Date:  03/03/17
Collection Due Date:  08/03/17
Delivery Information (if applicable):

Sale Currency: GBP 
VAT: VAT is always payable on the Buyers Premium - Please check the individual lot to find out if VAT is applicable on Hammer 

Other Information: 

These items are are for sale due to liquidation of a large national batroom fixture supplier.  The vast majority of items are brand new and boxed trade stocks, some items are showroom display models.  All items are fully functional but may have minor cosmetic marks.  All items are boxed and ready for dispatch.  Viewing is advised, to book an appointment please register and contact our office.
_________________________________________________________________________________ 

Lot Locations

Sheffield

_________________________________________________________________________________ 

Before You Bid Checklist

Please be aware that once you bid you are legally bound to pay your invoice, bids placed in auction cannot be removed afterwards. If you are unsure do not bid. 

• All Lots are subject to a Buyers Premium
• Payment from outside the UK will be subject to a £10 charge
• Payment is to be made via Bank Transfer, or cash can be paid into a Lloyds Bank branch
• We do not accept card payments, or cash on collection
• If you are exporting goods won in auction. The VAT on Hammer must be paid first; and will only be refunded on receipt of proof of export
• Please note that late payment and collection fees will be added where applicable
• As this is not a retail sale, the Sale of Goods Act does not apply
• Please note that all bids are final. We cannot retract a bid once it has been placed

_________________________________________________________________________________ 

Viewing & Enquiries 

To arrange a viewing, or make an enquiry you must first register for this auction. Once your registration has been approved, please click the Enquire about this lot button above. This will let us know exactly which lot you are enquiring about; and help us keep track of your enquiry. 

Once we have received your request, a member of our support team will contact you back shortly. Unfortunately we are unable to process viewings or specific enquiries directly over the phone as we will need time to contact the vendor. 

Unfortunately no viewing can be accommodated within the last 24hrs of the sale.

GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE

These General Conditions of Sale (the ‘Conditions) apply to any auction held or organised by the Auctioneer.

1) Definitions

1. 1)1.  When used in these Conditions, the following terms highlighted in bold shall have the following meanings:

   Auction:a public or private sale in which Goods belonging to the Seller are sold to the highest Bidder by the Auctioneer;

   Auctioneer: William George & Co Ltd (09080414) or any other company within the Group (including their employees and agents and any person to whom conduct of the Auction is delegated under clause 5.11);

   Bid: an offer to purchase a Lot in accordance with these Conditions submitted by a Bidder:

   Bidder: a person bidding for a Lot;
   Buyer: a person who submits the highest Bid for a Lot that is accepted by

   the Auctioneer;

   Buyer’s Premium: the Buyer shall pay a Buyer’s Premium plus VAT, unless otherwise indicated;

   Goods: any item (or number of items) consigned to the Auctioneer by the Seller to be placed into a Lot for sale at an Auction;

   Group: any entity that is a ‘subsidiary’ or ‘holding’ company as defined by s.1159 Companies Act 2006;

   Lot: (a collection of) Goods listed (whether in a catalogue or otherwise) by the Auctioneer that are available to be purchased at an Auction;

   Overseas Purchaser: a Buyer whose residence is outside the UK; and

   Seller: a person who has placed Goods with the Auctioneer for sale and who has the legal and beneficial title to the Goods listed in a Lot and/or any agent(s) authorised to act on their behalf.

   VAT: Value Added Tax at [the current rate] of the Lot price, unless otherwise indicated;

2. 1)2.  Any person who attends an Auction and/or submits a Bid at an Auction held or organised by the Auctioneer, whether by electronic means or otherwise, is deemed to have read and accepted these Conditions by reference to their attendance at the Auction or submission of a Bid.

3. 1)3.  To the extent that these Conditions are inconsistent with any special conditions set out or referred to in the Auction catalogue or announced at the Auction, the special conditions shall prevail.

4. 1)4.  References to a ‘person’ in these Conditions shall (where the context requires) include a natural person, corporate or unincorporated body (whether or not having a separate legal personality) and that person’s successors and permitted assigns.

2) The Seller’s Instructions and Warranties

1. 2.1  The Seller warrants that:-

   1. (a)  they have the full unencumbered legal title and express authority to sell the Goods that the Auctioneer has placed into in a Lot;

   2. (b)  the Goods placed into a Lot by the Auctioneer will be of satisfactory quality, will be fit for purpose and will be in accordance with any other relevant statutory obligations relating to the sale of the Goods;

   3. (c)  the description and content of the information listed by the Auctioneer (whether in a catalogue or otherwise) relating to any Goods is accurate and not misleading in anyway;

   4. (d)  subject to any contrary powers of the Auctioneer set out in these Conditions, he will sell the Goods placed in a Lot for the price indicated in a Bid submitted by a Buyer providing that the conditions in clause 4.1 are satisfied; ; and

   5. (e)  he will not contact any Buyers or potential buyers directly in relation to a sale of any Goods whilst they are listed in a Lot.

2. 2.2  If the Seller’s instructions are given by the Seller’s agent, the Seller’s agent warrants that he has the Seller’s authority:-

   1. (a)  to instruct the Auctioneer;

   2. (b)  to give the warranties set out in clause 2.1 above; and

   3. (c)  to instruct the Auctioneer to act in accordance with any special conditions.

3) The Auctioneer’s Remuneration

1. The Auctioneer’s remuneration shall be such as has been agreed between the Seller and the Auctioneer.

2. The Auctioneer may (in his discretion) deduct his remuneration from monies received from the Buyer before accounting to the Seller for the balance.

4) General rules governing bidding and buying

1. 4.1  If a Bidder submits a Bid to purchase any Lot(s), they must complete the transaction with the Seller providing:

   1. (a)  their Bid has been accepted as the highest value Bid for the Lot by the Seller; once the Auction for that Lot has closed;

   2. (b)  the Auctioneer declares that Bidder to be the Buyer in accordance with clause 5.7 and

   3. (c)  the value of their Bid is at least equal to or greater than any minimum reserve price for the Lot set by the Seller (if any).

2. 4.2  Upon satisfaction of the conditions in clause 4.1 a Buyer can only terminate a contract to purchase the Lot if the Goods comprising the Lot do not materially comply with the information provided in the Auction catalogue in relation to them.

1. 4.3  Unless the Auctioneer has previously acknowledged in writing that the Bidder bids as agent on behalf of a named principal, every Bidder shall be taken to bid on his own behalf as principal.

2. 4.4  Placing a Bid entitles the Auctioneer and any Seller to rely on the Bid as a genuine offer to purchase the Goods contained in the Lot.

3. 4.5  If the Auctioneer has earlier acknowledged in writing that the Bidder bids as agent on behalf of a named principal, the Bidder warrants that he has the authority of his principal to make each Bid he makes.

4. 4.6  The Bidder has the right to view all Lots. If the Bidder wishes to view a Lot,

   the Bidder must contact the Auctioneer atenquiries@wgandco.comThe Bidder must give the Auctioneer a minimum of 24 hours notice to arrange a viewing of a Lot. Please note that the Auctioneer can not guarantee any viewing of any Lot in the final 24hours of the Auction.

5. 4.7  Any request for information on a lot, must come via email, either through the

   lot enquiry form on each lot, or via email to -enquiries@wgandco.comPotential bidders must register for an auction to receive information about a lot.

5) Conduct of the Auction

5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6

5.7 5.8

5.9

5.10 5.11

The Auctioneer offers each Lot as an agent of the Seller and not as principal unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

Any Lot may be subject to a minimum reserve price set by the Seller unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

The Seller or his representative or the Auctioneer on his behalf may Bid for any Lot unless otherwise indicated in the Auction catalogue.

The Auctioneer may at any time before the fall of the hammer withdraw or divide any Lot or combine any Lots.

With the previous written consent of the Seller, the Auctioneer may sell any Lot by private sale before or after the Auction.

Any person wishing to place a Bid for a Lot at an Auction organised by the Auctioneer must register with Bidspotter.co.uk, their relevant details and register a valid credit or debit card before they will be able to Bid.

A Bidder who submits the highest value Bid for any Lot before an Auction is closed may be declared as the Buyer by the Auctioneer.

If a Bidder submits a Bid within 10 minutes or less of the closure of any Auction, the Auctioneer reserves the right to automatically extend the time during which Bids can be submitted for a Lot by ten (10) minutes.

The Auctioneer may decide whether there is a dispute between Bidders, summarily determine the dispute or immediately again offer the Lot for sale, in each case without being required to give a reason.

The Auctioneer shall in every other respect decide how the Auction is to be conducted and without being required to give a reason.

The Auctioneer may in his sole discretion delegate to a person whom he believes to be competent to conduct the auction in accordance with these Conditions.

1. 5.12  The Auctioneer reserves the right to reject any bids which the Auctioneer feels in its sole discretion does not reflect reasonable value.

2. 5.13  The Auctioneer has a right to report suspicious activities to the relevant authorities, at any time.

3. 5.14  The Auctioneer shall notify all successful Buyers by email.

4. 5.15  The Buyer can access the Auction atwww.bidspotter.co.ukor

   www.ibidder.co.uk

5. 5.16  We cannot be held liable for any errors on the website, problems with registration / accepting bids.

6. 5.17  The description of the item should hold precedence over the photographs. We reserve the right to use stock / catalogue images if original photographs cannot be used. Caution should be used when bidding on an item with only a stock image, as colours and sizes of an item can vary from the sale item. No warranty is given.

6) After the Sale

1. 6.1  Upon the Auctioneer declaring the Auction for any Lot to be closed and the Lot to be sold, the Buyer shall immediately arrange to pay not less than 25% of the price offered in their Bid to the Auctioneer by way of direct payment into the nominated bank account of the Auctioneer (details of which shall be provided to the Buyer by the Auctioneer).

2. 6.2  Payments shall be in pounds sterling (£) (unless otherwise indicated).

3. 6.3  All prices are exclusive of VAT or other applicable taxes, delivery charges and insurance unless otherwise indicated by the Auctioneer (whether in the catalogue or otherwise).

4. 6.4  Within [1] business day of the closure of the Auction in relation to any Lot the Buyer shall confirm the identity of any person on whose behalf he has purchased the Lot (if any).

5. 6.5  The Buyer shall pay the following sums to the Auctioneer in full within 2 days of the Auction:

   1. (a)  the balance of the price due for the Lot together with any VAT due (including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium); or

   2. (b)  where the final price for the Lot was not immediately determined upon the closure of the Auction for the Lot, the value as summarily determined by the Auctioneer, whose determination shall be final and binding, of all or part of any Lot.

   In every case time shall be of the essence. Deadline is 16:00hrs on the second day after the auction.

6. 6.6  The Auctioneer may at any time in his sole discretion grant the Buyer an extension of time, in which case the Buyer shall pay the auctioneer in full in accordance with such extension before moving or removing the Lot.

1. 6.7  If the Buyer fails to make any payment due to the Auctioneer under these Conditions by the due date for payment, then, without limiting the Auctioneer’s remedies under these Conditions, the Buyer shall:

   6.7.1 be contacted by the Auctioneer by email and telephone;

   6.7.2 pay storage charges for the Lot at £20 per lot per day (more substantial items such as cars, plant, machinery or with a value over £10,000 shall be charged at £50 per Lot per day);

   6.7.3 be responsible for paying any transportation costs of the Lot, this includes any charges connected with returning the item back to the Seller;

   6.7.4 pay interest on the overdue amount at the rate of 8% per annum above the Bank of England’s base rate from time to time. Such interest shall accrue on a daily basis from the due date until actual payment of the overdue amount, whether before or after judgment. The Buyer shall pay the interest together with the overdue amount.

2. 6.8  Until the Buyer has complied with clause 6.5 above:-

   1. (a)  title to any Lot shall not pass to the Buyer;

   2. (b)  the Lot shall be at the Buyer’s risk;

   3. (c)  the Auctioneer shall have a lien over any Lot purchased by the Buyer at the Auction; and

   4. (d)  if the Buyer effects or purports to effect a resale or any other disposition of all or part of the Lot, the Buyer shall hold the proceeds of resale or other disposition on trust for the Auctioneer and the Seller.

3. 6.9  On written request by the Highest Bidder the Auctioneer shall provide a VAT invoice in a proper form, if appropriate.

7) Removal of the Lot

1. 7.1  The Buyer may not remove their Lot until after the end of the Auction and the Auctioneer has confirmed that they are holding cleared funds received from the Buyer without the prior written consent of the Auctioneer.

2. 7.2  After paying the sums specified in clause 6.5 above, the Buyer must remove the Lot bought within 5 days of the end of the auction. In each case time shall be of the essence.

3. 7.3  The Auctioneer may at any time at his sole discretion and on terms reasonably specified by him grant the Buyer an extension to the time specified in clause 7.2 above.

4. 7.4  If the Lot bought is or includes a motor vehicle, no warranty is given by the Auctioneer that the vehicle may safely or lawfully be driven on any road.

5. 7.5  When removing any Lot the Buyer:-

   1. (a)  is responsible for detaching any Lot fixed to land and must do so safely and lawfully and must not use flame cutters, explosives or any other dangerous equipment or process without previous written permission signed by or on behalf of the Auctioneer; a written Health and Safety plan with method statement may be required.

   2. (b)  must use safe and lawful means of removing the Lot;

(c) shall indemnify the Auctioneer and Seller against any loss damage legal or other expenses and any claim arising from the detaching of the Lot or its removal; and

(d) shall have adequate insurance in respect of such indemnity and shall on request produce to the Auctioneer a receipt for the last premium due or other sufficient evidence that such insurance has been effected and remains in force.

7.6 The Auctioneer reserves the right to stop the removal of any Lot if in their sole discretion they do not believe the Lot is being moved in accordance with clause 7.5 above.

1. 7.6  It is the Buyers sole responsibility to arrange for collection or delivery of the Lot.

2. 7.7  Lots will not be released, even when purchased, if there is an outstanding invoice, in this or another auction.

3. 7.8  Purchasers should contact the vendor or agent, once an invoice has been paid to ensure there are no lifting out fees for large, outsized or dangerous goods.

4. 7.9  There is no guarantee of collection in the first 48 hours after an auction.

5. 7.10  Once an item is removed from the sellers location by the buyer or a third party on their behalf, then it is deemed to be acceptable and correct.

6. 7.11  Any issues relating to an item should be taken up with the vendor at the point of collection.

8) Liability of the Auctioneer

1. 8.1  Goods sold in any Lot are sold as seen, with all faults and imperfections and the Auctioneer is not responsible for any defects whatsoever (whether latent or not).

2. 8.2  No warranty or representation of any kind is given or authorised to be given by the Auctioneer with regards to any Lot.

3. 8.3  The Auctioneer has no liability to the Buyer for any delivery or collection costs. If the Buyer is unable to collect any Lot, the Buyer is to contact the Seller, once the invoice has been paid.

4. 8.4  The auctioneer is acting as the sales agent for the lots in auction. Any problems with a lot should be taken up with the vendor.

9) Overseas purchasers

1. 9.1  If the Buyer is an Overseas Purchaser they must advise of their intentions to export the Lot immediately and notify the sales co-ordinator of the Auctioneer by email: accounts@wgandco.com

2. 9.2  Overseas Purchasers will be required to provide the following information: (a scanned copy of):

   1. (a)  their passport(s);

   2. (b)  another form of identity, (i.e. drivers licence, name, address, UK agent (if any), telephone and fax numbers);

(c) full details of their national bank and their UK corresponding bank; and

(d) details from their bank confirming method of payment.

1. 9.3  It is the Buyers’ responsibility to ensure that:

   1. (a)  the country to which the Goods are destined to got to have no import restrictions on the Goods that they have purchased;

   2. (b)  the country has no import licence restrictions or a restriction on currency allocation;

   3. (c)  the country has no prolonged inspection procedure, which might cause excessive delay in allowing the Goods to be imported;

   4. (d)  they employ a reputable freight-forwarding organisation; and

   5. (e)  the Buyer has read and agreed with these Conditions.

2. 9.4  If there are any special arrangements that the Buyer wishes to make with the Auctioneer, the Buyer must contact the Auctioneer at least three business days before an Auction takes place.

3. 9.5  We reserve the right to insist a deposit is paid before bidding from an overseas bidder.

10) VAT and subsequent refunds.

1. 10.1  All Buyers intending to export a Lot will be charged an additional deposit equal to that of the VAT due on each Lot purchased.

2. 10.2  In order to qualify for a refund, the Goods must be exported in accordance with relevant export regulations and valid written evidence of such compliance shall be sent by the Buyer to the Auctioneer within one month of the date of export to the following address on official company headed notepaper signed by the Buyer: William George & Co Ltd, 8 Phorpres Close, Peterborough, PE7 8FZ.

3. 10.3  Where satisfactory evidence is not provided, goods will be subject to UK VAT at the standard rate of export and the Buyer will forfeit any deposit they may have paid in accordance with this clause 10.

4. 10.4  The Auctioneer is unable to refund the VAT on the Buyers’ Premium in any circumstances.

5. 10.5  If the Buyer chooses to export their purchases using their own transport, then VAT will be levied and refunded upon satisfactory documentation supporting the removal of the Goods purchased being sent to the address set out in clause 10.2.

6. 10.6  Notwithstanding any other clause in these Conditions the Auctioneer reserves the right to refuse:

(a) to accept any Bid from a Bidder; or

(b) to sell any Lot (in whole or in part) to a Buyer.

11) Default by the Buyer

1. 11.1  If at any time the Buyer fails to pay any of the sums under these Conditions when they fall due or to remove any Lot by the time specified in clause 7 above (or any extension granted under clause 7 above) the Auctioneer may rescind the sale of that Lot, in which case any deposit shall be forfeited, and that Lot may be resold by Auction or privately by the Auctioneer.

2. 11.2  If the Auctioneer has rescinded the sale but the Buyer has removed the Lot bought, the Auctioneer shall be entitled upon serving reasonable advanced written notice on the Buyer, to enter upon any premises where he believes the Lot to be and safely remove it.

3. 11.3  If the Auctioneer has rescinded the sale and the Lot has been resold, the Buyer shall make good any deficiency, namely:-

   1. (a)  the sale price less the resale price; and/or

   2. (b)  the costs of and costs incidental to the resale of the Lot.

4. 11.4  If the Buyer has failed to remove any Lot by the time specified in clause 7 above (or any extension granted under clause 7 above) and as a result the Seller is unable to give vacant possession on disposing of or relinquishing any interest in the premises from which the Lot should have been removed, the Buyer shall compensate the Seller for any loss arising from their failure to give vacant possession.

5. 11.5  If at any time the Buyer in any way breaches or defaults under any of these Conditions, the Auctioneer reserves the right (without prejudice to any other rights) to issue proceedings 28 days after the Buyer’s initial default or breach of these terms. The Auctioneer’s claim shall include, but not limited to, any loss of earnings (buyers commission), any administration charges, any storage charges and any legal fees associated with the Buyer’s breach or default (all amounts will exclude VAT).

6. 11.6  The Auctioneer reserves the right to recover any outstanding charges from the Buyers payment card used to register for the Auction.

   11.6.1 if the card used to register is fraudulent, registered to a third party or does not have enough funds on it to cover the cost, a £25 plus Vat fee will be added to the invoice.

   11.6.2 if we have to take payment from a registered card, we will endeavour to take from the invoice, in descending order, the whole amount, half the amount, one quarter of the amount, our premium plus Vat, £100 and then £50.

   11.6.3 if the attempt to take payment is unsuccessful then we will charge £5.00 per transaction to recover the funds in 11.6.2

   11.6.4 Our charges for credit card transactions are 4% and 2% for debit cards.

   11.6.5 Bidders who submit charge backs after non payment of an invoice will be charged the following

(a) Administrative charge of £250 plus VAT to defend the charge back.

(b) Storage charges will start immediately the Charge Back notification is received from our bank for a minimum of 28 days at a rate of £50 per item per day, plus Vat. We will also look to recover all of our premium.

(c) All Chargebacks will be pursued through the courts.

1. 11.7  If the Auctioneer issues proceedings the following costs shall be payable by the Buyer:

   11.7.1 the solicitor costs varying from £150 - £250 plus VAT for the issuing of proceedings;

   11.7.2 £10 plus VAT for the initial letter sent by the solicitor; and

   11.7.3 any court fees that are incurred, including but not limited to £90 lost wages, travel costs and £165 hearing fee.

   11.7.4 Our solicitors rate for attending court is £300 plus VAT per hour, plus expenses.

   11.7.5 Our staff rate for processing a legal claim is £70 plus VAT per hour plus expenses.

2. 11.8  Any Buyer who is in default or breach under these terms shall be banned from any Auction held by the Auctioneer, Bidspotter or ibidder.

12) Data Protection

1. 12.1  The Auctioneer will only use the personal information provided to them to provide auction services, or to inform Buyers and Sellers about similar services which they provide, [unless told by such parties that they do not want to receive this information by ticking the ‘opt out’ box on the bid slip, or by ticking the relevant box on the relevant web page.

2. 12.2  The Buyers and Sellers acknowledge and agree that the Auctioneer may pass their details to credit reference agencies.

13) Waiver

13.1 No failure or delay by the Auctioneer to exercise any right or remedy provided under this agreement or by law shall constitute a waiver of that or any other right or remedy, nor shall it prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy. No single or partial exercise of such right or remedy by the Auctioneer shall prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy.

14) Jurisdiction

14.1 These Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, save that:

1. (a)  if the Auction is held in Scotland, in accordance with the laws of Scotland; or

2. (b)  if the Auction is held in Northern Ireland, in accordance with the laws in Northern Ireland (where applicable).

15) Guidance on Registration

1. 15.1  The Auctioneer reserves the right to decline a bidders registration to bid without notice or recourse.

2. 15.2  The Auctioneer reserves the right to request a deposit from all or any bidders at any time.

3. 15.3  Unless and Invoice is amended within 1 business day as per point 6.4, to state that the name should be changed to a Company. Then the registered bidder is always liable for any outstanding invoice.

4. 15.4  If the invoice is changed to a company as per point 6.4 and the company goes into liquidation or is dissolved then the original registered bidder will still be liable for any outstanding debt.

5. 15.5  We reserve the right to request to Companies House that any company that has an outstanding debt is halted from dissolution until the debt is cleared.

6. 15.6  A bidder must give their full name at registration, initials and nicknames are not valid.

7. 15.7  By registering for an auction, you agree to be entered into our mailing list.

8. 15.8  If you are purchasing an item through third party finance, this needs to be pre-arranged so that there is no delay in payment.

16) General Conditions

1. 16.1  All our telephone calls are recorded. We reserve the right to use them as evidence in the event of a dispute.

2. 16.2  All auctions are Business to Business transaction and not a retail transaction.

3. 16.3  The contract of sale is between the Vendor and the purchaser, William George & Co Ltd, its staff and subsidiaries are the broker to ease the transaction and is not liable whatsoever. 

Work has ground to halt on Beckhams' £6m country mansion

Read article : Work has ground to halt on Beckhams' £6m country mansion 

With seven different mechanical diggers standing abandoned and builders downing tools on an estate churned into a mud bath, this is the David and Victoria Beckham's new £6 million country pile, months behind schedule after ongoing rows with council planning bosses.

Work has moved at a snail's pace on Cotswolds triple-barn conversion all year after elaborate plans were blocked by planning officers and new ones were drawn up only to be bound up in bureaucratic red tape.

The couple and their four children had hoped to move into the nine-bedroom home this summer but have instead spent recent weeks at their home in Los Angeles and now may not move in for the remainder of the year.

beaurocratic red tape" class="blkBorder img-share" />

Work has moved at a snail's pace on Cotswolds triple-barn conversion all year after elaborate plans were blocked by planning officers and new ones were drawn up only to be bound up in beaurocratic red tape

The couple and their four children had hoped to move into the nine-bedroom home, this summer but have instead spent recent weeks at their home in Los Angeles and now may not move in for the remainder of the year

David and Victoria Beckham bought the home in the Cotswolds from landowner Nicholas Johnston, who is an old Etonian friend of David Cameron

These are first aerial shots of the house, which was bought in the new year from landowner Nicholas Johnston, an Old Etonian friend of David Cameron.

The triple-barn is joined at its north end by two glass-walled walkways - called 'Link Pavilions' in plans - to make the shape of a capital letter 'E'.

The shape of the triple barn allows for two eighty-feet-wide square courtyards within - one to the east and the ther to the west.

Architects seem to have gone to extraordinary lengths to persuade council planners that their plans do not adversely affect the environment.

The triple-barn is joined at its north end by two glass-walled walkways - called 'Link Pavilions' in plans - to make the shape of a capital letter 'E'

English country garden surrounding the house - at vast expense - with a mixture of bought-in mature trees, plants and shrubs fitting in character with the local environment" class="blkBorder img-share" />

The Beckhams have employed top-end gardeners to design an English country garden surrounding the house - at vast expense - with a mixture of bought-in mature trees, plants and shrubs fitting in character with the local environment

The Beckhams had been desperate for a huge swimming pool but have had to settle for proposing a 'natural swimming pond' within one of the courtyards so that it is not visible from the public road running nearby.

Similarly they wanted an elaborate outside seating and partying area in the other courtyard but have had to instead propose a 'temporary' 10-feet-wide wooden pergola which can be removed when necessary.

The Beckhams have also employed top-end gardeners to design an English country garden surrounding the house - at vast expense - with a mixture of bought-in mature trees, plants and shrubs fitting in character with the local environment.

The list of shipped in mature trees has is costing thousands of pounds and includes 23 evergreen oaks, seven white oaks, eight cherry trees, a plum tree, nine apple trees, three holly trees, nine witch hazels and a maple.

Within the eastern courtyard, a trendy 'natural swimming pond' is awaiting council approval to be sunk into the ground.

English country garden with a mixture of bought-in mature trees, plants and shrubs fitting in character with the local environment" class="blkBorder img-share" />

The couple have paid a fortune to design an English country garden with a mixture of bought-in mature trees, plants and shrubs fitting in character with the local environment

Until the council gives final approval for the lavish plans on the site, the numerous diggers remain at a virtual standstill

It is also not a very long drive from Soho Farmhouse, the exclusive members' country club where Prince Harry took Meghan Markle for a romantic break

At the moment and for the past few months, this area has just been a vast expanse of mud, as pictures show.

The proposed pool measures 41 feet by 24 feet and is just 4'7' inches deep meaning David himself, who measures 5'11' will only be able to be covered in water up to his chest when standing on the bottom. It certainly will not be deep enough to dive into.

The natural pool is chemical free, using a natural bio-filtration system consisting of mains water phosphorous pre-treatment. All equipment is contained in an equipment room under the tallet steps on the gable end of the east wing.

Architects have apparently been bending over backwards to win approval from council planners as the construction of the pergola in the west courtyard seems to show.

In the East Courtyard, it is proposed that the timber pergola will be constructed within the west courtyard formed between the newly reconstructed north wing and link pavilion, and the grade II listed central wing.

This simple timber structure measuring approximately 43 feet by 10 feet will provide support for climbing plants and provide shade for an outdoor seating area.

Architects seem at pains to clarify that: 'The structure is lightweight and can easily be removed in the future and as such could be considered to be reversible. The proposed pergola is freestanding is not connected to the listed buildings or rely on support from them in any way.'

Until the council gives final approval, the diggers remain at a virtual standstill.

The architect's proposal seems almost desperate in its efforts to persuade council planners to agree.

The architect's summary to planners reads: 'The proposed development does not alter the historic fabric of the listed building in any way. The proposed landscape scheme is less formal than the current approved and part implemented scheme, and more sympathetic to the heritage of (the original house), and as such provides a modest enhancement of the setting of the listed building.

West Oxfordshire District Council for permission to make more changes to their original scheme, including changing the tiles on the roof and details of windows" class="blkBorder img-share" />

In June of this year, the Beckhams applied to West Oxfordshire District Council for permission to make more changes to their original scheme, including changing the tiles on the roof and details of windows

David and Victoria Beckham are currently living in Los Angeles while they wait for their lavish new Cotswolds home to be completed

In conclusion, the architect states: 'The proposed development is of high quality design, materials and layout appropriate to the location and setting adjacent to the grade II listed Park Farm Barn. Both the proposed new outbuilding and driveway are well screened by the proposed site-wide landscaping scheme, mitigating any harmful visual impact on the wider landscape and setting. 

'As the landscaping matures the visual impact will be significantly reduced. It is hoped that West Oxfordshire District Council Officers will be able to support the proposed development. I look forward to receiving the application acknowledgement shortly and trust the allocated case officer will not hesitate to contact me should there be any queries regarding the proposal.'

In addition, in June of this year, the Beckhams applied to West Oxfordshire District Council for permission to make more changes to their original scheme, including changing the tiles on the roof and details of windows.

The application stated: 'It is proposed that the blue slates to the roofs of the newly rebuilt linking ranges are replaced with … stone slates to match those now in place on the listed barn and the east and west ranges.

'It is proposed that two metal flues be added to the west range to serve a new fireplace and kitchen extract and it is proposed that the approved metal windows and glazed doors be replaced by metal 'Critall' style windows and solid timber plank doors. These changes are considered to be sympathetic to the character of former utilitarian agricultural buildings.'

The couple, pictured with children Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and Harper, are unlikely to be able to move into the home for the rest of the year due to the planning delays

David Beckham, pictured with son Romeo at Queen's Club last year, purchased the swanky conversion from Nicholas Johnston, and work on the home began in February

The application says that the windows and doors are the same as those used in a very nearby restoration of a Grade II listed building, as is the Beckhams' new house, which was approved by the council's planners.

Land Registry documents also disclose Posh and Becks paid £6.15 million for the swanky barn conversion.

Renovations started on the estate in February. They enlisted the help of top architect and 'development designer' Michael Ergatoudis, who works for Soho House. Publicly available plans show that Soho House get the veto over all fixtures and fittings. However soon afterwards work began, it appeared to come to a halt.

In April, David and Victoria applied to the local council for permission to reslate one of the roofs to create the 'unified' look they desire as the tile colours didn't match.

In July, a new application to the council asked for permission to change the roofs on outbuildings to thatched rather than tiled covering.

The nine-bedroom pile — joining up three separate buildings with two new glass extensions — sits in acres of rolling countryside near Chipping Norton.

art security system being fitted around the property" class="blkBorder img-share" />

The bill for the construction is estimated at £1.8 million but is set to be double that with a state-of-the art security system being fitted

It is also not a very long drive from Soho Farmhouse, the exclusive members' country club where Prince Harry took Meghan Markle for a romantic break.

Landowner Nicholas Johnston, who sold the barn to the Beckhams, owns the Great Tew estate in Oxfordshire, where he hosts the Chipping Norton set's annual Cornbury 'Poshstock' music festival.

Johnston already had permission to renovate the Cotswolds property and it seems the Beckhams are happy to go along with his plans.

These include the construction of two mezzanine galleries, which could be used to house their collection of Banksy and Damien Hirst creations. They have also applied to build a swimming pool, a pergola, a 20-metre croquet lawn, a fruit orchard comprising apple, pear and plum trees and two vegetable patches.

Soho House, owned by Nick Jones, is said to be overseeing the renovations for the couple.

The bill for the construction is estimated at £1.8 million but is set to be double that with a state-of-the art security system being fitted.

Beckham, 42, and Victoria, 43, who already own a £31 million West London home, have been very strict with the builders, banning mobile phones on site.

There have been rumours for some time of David and Victoria's plans to move to the country with their family. Shortly after their wedding in 1991, the couple bought a sprawling house in Hertfordshire – dubbed Beckingham Palace by some – but sold it in 2014.

David, in particular, always looks at home in the country. He is a keen angler and there are plenty of fishing lakes in the Cotswolds area. There are also ample opportunities for David to sample a pint or two. 'I love going to pubs in the countryside, or to my local pub, where everyone knows me and I don't get bothered,' he has said.

The Beckhams will likely keep their four-storey Holland Park mansion in London, as the children's school and Victoria's fashion empire are based in the city.

Soho Farmhouse is a popular with the Beckhams. It is a popular spot celebrities and branded 'Hotel Smug' and 'Butlin's for Toffs' by critics.

On the 100-acre site of a former farm it comprises 40 purpose-built cabins, refurbished cottages and honeystone barns stuffed with every modern convenience, including bars, spas and even a cheese room.

The back-to-nature retreat is where guests can have their mojitos and custom-cured charcuterie delivered to their door in retro milk floats, and join early morning yoga sessions on surfboards.

Guests at this rural idyll are issued on arrival with wellington boots and Foffa bicycles, the two-wheeled steed of choice of fashionable Londoners, while their 4x4s are whisked carefully out of sight.

David and Samantha Cameron were said to be the last ones on the dancefloor during the opening bash last year.

This former working farm, complete with 40 log cabins with rustic metal bathtubs, Le Creuset cookware and larders stocked with artisan food, is an offshoot of Soho House, the exclusive London private members' club for media types.

It may have only opened last year, but it has already amassed an impressive guest list.

Supermodels have been hitting the dance floor with Oscar-winning actors. And sealing its reputation as the place to be seen, DJ Mark Ronson hired the entire estate for his 40th birthday celebrations on Thursday, with parties continuing through the weekend.

Guests are ferried to their luxury cabin on a reconditioned milk float while sipping on a refreshing beverage.

Or they can choose to ride one of the estate's 11 ponies, or hop on a retro Foffa bike, painted in Soho Farmhouse's signature teal blue, complete with wicker basket.

Others who have partied there include Princess Eugenie, Prince Harry's ex-girlfriend Cressida Bonas, Eddie Redmayne, Poppy Delevingne, actress Liv Tyler, Pixie Geldof, Jemima Khan, Mary Charteris and rapper Professor Green.

However Cotswolds locals have become increasingly annoyed in recent months with the constant stream of 4X4s hurtling long the single-track country roads leading to the trendy members club.

Residents took to the internet to complain to planning officials after the upmarket getaway applied for permission to build 10 new 'pods' in the style of pig sties to house an extra 40 bedrooms.

A decision is still pending but one irate horse rider wrote: 'They come out of Soho Farmhouse, in their shiny, fast cars and drive like maniacs.

'I have had cars behind rev their engines, beep, pass so close to my horse that I could have touched the car if I had reached out, but it's mainly the speed they fly around these little lanes.

'It's going to kill someone, be it a horse rider, walker, or cyclist.'

Another neighbour complained to the local council: 'The guests overtake, rev up and speed like boy racers. This is totally unacceptable behaviour.'

The rider added that the area was now 'not safe' for people on horses as they were being 'forced to mount verges', while traffic-calming measures were not working.

She added: 'The new people using Soho are enjoying their playground and totally ruining our peaceful countryside, not to mention the rudeness we are subjected to.