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Boothroyd & Company is a long-established, independent, family-run estate agency with an unrivalled reputation for uncompromising professionalism, integrity, discretion and expertise.
John Boothroyd has the distinction of being Kenilworth’s only Chartered Surveyor estate agent, offering a range of
surveying services.
Maintaining our independence means we have the flexibility to tailor our friendly service to the requirements of individual customers. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, rent or let, residential or commercial property, we have unrivalled local and regional knowledge, offer expert advice and maximise your chances of achieving the best return.
We are fully committed to our membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and National Federation of Property Professionals (which includes the National Association of Estate Agents and Association of Residential Letting Agents) together with their associate rules of conduct. We are also members of the Ombudsman for Estate Agents scheme, providing further peace of mind for our clients.
The boothroyd & company team
Alison Boothroyd Director
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since the beginning! 25 years in Estate Agency.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
Definitely the community – knowing you walk into town and will always meet someone you know
What is your favourite period of property:
Georgian – love the light and the symmetry
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
Probably the south of France for the climate or in the UK the Lake District – Not that we would ever move away from Kenilworth!
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
An immaculate 3 bed semi – Lovely Vendors – lovely purchasers looking for a family theme for their young family – A match made in heaven!
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Stratford-upon-Avon – love the theatre, love wandering around the canal basin watching the world go by and of course there are plenty of places to eat and drink
John Boothroyd Director/Chartered Surveyor
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Forever. Since the beginning – surveying from 1987 locally when business set up and expanding into estate agency in 1995.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
Our community, the Abbey Fields, the castle, walks and good restaurants.
What is your favourite period of property:
Now – contemporary modern architecture being light, bright spacious and energy efficient
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
Georgian Bath
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Our own home, buying it as a dilapidated gem – (not having been lived in for 30 years) and the transformation to a family home
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Packwood House
Amy Baker Sales
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
I have only just started, and I love it.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
I love the sense of community in Kenilworth, and how friendly everyone is, when out walking my dog everyone always stops to say hello.
What is your favourite period of property:
I love Victorian houses, the tall ceilings, bay windows, decorative brick work, and feature fireplaces. I love a house with some history and character.
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
I love Kenilworth so I wouldn’t move anywhere, although I would love some more sun.
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Crackley Hill – Grandmother’s house. Lovely memories and pleased to pass on to a young family to let history repeat itself.
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Right on my doorstep, a lovely dog walk around Kenilworth castle and a drink in the queen and castle.
Amy Taylor Lettings & Accounts
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2018
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
Kenilworth is a great place to raise a family. There is a real sense of community, great schools and we love having Kenilworth Castle and the Abbey Fields nearby.
What is your favourite period of property:
Victorian
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
Somewhere hot and sunny, probably Ibiza.
What is your favourite aspect of accounts:
I am a bit of a perfectionist and find it very satisfying when everything balances!
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Warwick, the castle is a great place to explore, lots of independent shops to browse, and then St Nicholas Park nearby to have a walk, play and ice cream.
Caroline Jones Lettings Manager
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2012
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
I moved here from Surrey in 1993 it’s a great place to raise a family and a good central location – The castle and Abbey Fields are a bonus.
What is your favourite period of property:
Victorian and Edwardian – Because of the history and character of the properties
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
Bergamo in Italy – (my daughter lives there)
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Too many to choose!
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
We are national trust members so Charlcote Park is a favourite they have a lovely garden centre too
Cathy Morgan Lettings co-ordinator
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2018
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
People who live in Kenilworth are friendly and there is a sense of community. There are good facilities for schools, GPs, Kenilworth can also boast of having two amateur theatres.
What is your favourite period of property:
I prefer older properties with character
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
On the coast
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Those that are neat, tidy, well presented with accommodating landlords
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Walking in the countryside. Warwickshire has numerous well used walks of historical interest, as well as beautiful scenery. A nice walk I have done numerous times is to start at Kenilworth Castle and walk to the Tipperary Arms in Hatton, have some light refreshment and walk back towards the castle.
Gary Simcox Sales Manager
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2001.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
It has a ‘safe family feel’ to the town
What is your favourite period of property:
1960s semis – they are good sellers
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
South of France
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Pavillions – opposite the castle
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Warwick Castle
Harry Schofield Sales
How long have you worked at Boothroyd?
I was offered some work experience with the company in October 2019 and I officially joined the Boothroyd & Company family in January 2020.
What do you like most about Kenilworth?
It is my home! I have lived in Kenilworth all my life except for the 3 years in Cardiff whilst studying at University. I believe that Kenilworth is a fantastic place to live and I have a lot of very fond memories from growing up in this town.
What is your favourite period of property?
Victorian and/or Edwardian. I like properties that have a story behind them, have character and have been well looked after over the years.
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be?
Italy – wine country – though I’d have to learn Italian!
What is your favourite property that you have dealt with?
Possibly too early to tell However my grandparents have moved to Kenilworth through Boothroyd & Co after living in Lyme Regis for over 30 years. I’m glad they moved house through the estate agency that I am a part of because it meant that we could make the process as smooth as possible for them as we try to do for all our clients.
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire?
A place right on my door step – the Millenium Trail walk around Kenilworth Castle.
John Ansell General Manager
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2015.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
I like the sense of community and increasingly its diversity. To put it into words, you really notice it when it snows and the whole of Kenilworth heads for Abbey Fields. You sense a real togetherness in the town on those odd days.
What is your favourite period of property:
My favourite period of properties has to be The Arts and Craft era which started in the 1880’s. Being a keen gardener this was an era when gardens became almost extensions of the house with “outside rooms” created with hedging.
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
My favourite property has to have been a Victorian House sold in the grounds of St Johns Church in Bromsgrove. The most memorable thing were the bricks. You could see children’s hand prints from when the moulds were patted before going into the kiln. The house was sold to the ‘Richard and Judy’ show and formed part of their daytime show as it was refurbished and eventually given away, along with its contents in a competition.
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
That’s a difficult one. Having dedicated my weekends to my son’s football for the last 10 years there hasn’t been much time for a day out. However, I recently visited Charlecote Park and absolutely loved it. On an autumnal day, it was simply stunning…and getting away from everything commercial, heaven.
Liza Jones Lettings Co-ordinator
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2016.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
The Abbey Fields – great for families – swimming, walking, tennis, ice-creams, sledging, duck race and festivals
What is your favourite period of property:
I like the symmetry of Georgian houses and the sash windows
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
In England it would be ‘Beer’ in Devon or overseas – ‘Cala Galdana’ in Menorca – Both next to amazing coastal walks
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Rounds Hill – immaculately presented family home – the large bi-fold patio doors from kitchen diner open onto a lovely patio area and garden with far reaching views over fields.
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Charlecote Park is in stunning grounds with lots of long walks – Great place for a family picnic and lovely to see the deer.
John Ansell General Manager
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2015.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
I like the sense of community and increasingly its diversity. To put it into words, you really notice it when it snows and the whole of Kenilworth heads for Abbey Fields. You sense a real togetherness in the town on those odd days.
What is your favourite period of property:
My favourite period of properties has to be The Arts and Craft era which started in the 1880’s. Being a keen gardener this was an era when gardens became almost extensions of the house with “outside rooms” created with hedging.
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
My favourite property has to have been a Victorian House sold in the grounds of St Johns Church in Bromsgrove. The most memorable thing were the bricks. You could see children’s hand prints from when the moulds were patted before going into the kiln. The house was sold to the ‘Richard and Judy’ show and formed part of their daytime show as it was refurbished and eventually given away, along with its contents in a competition.
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
That’s a difficult one. Having dedicated my weekends to my son’s football for the last 10 years there hasn’t been much time for a day out. However, I recently visited Charlecote Park and absolutely loved it. On an autumnal day, it was simply stunning…and getting away from everything commercial, heaven.
Liza Jones Lettings Co-ordinator
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2016.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
The Abbey Fields – great for families – swimming, walking, tennis, ice-creams, sledging, duck race and festivals
What is your favourite period of property:
I like the symmetry of Georgian houses and the sash windows
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
In England it would be ‘Beer’ in Devon or overseas – ‘Cala Galdana’ in Menorca – Both next to amazing coastal walks
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Rounds Hill – immaculately presented family home – the large bi-fold patio doors from kitchen diner open onto a lovely patio area and garden with far reaching views over fields.
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Charlecote Park is in stunning grounds with lots of long walks – Great place for a family picnic and lovely to see the deer.
Simon Boothroyd Sales Negotiator
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2016.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
Good transport links to the whole country for visiting friends
What is your favourite period of property:
Very modern, clean lines, lots of light
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
Switzerland for the skiing!
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
A house with stunning views over the Abbey Fields in Kenilworth – changing ownership after many happy years as a family home – mixed emotions for the family moving out but also interesting to see how the house was then altered and updated for a new generation
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Warwick Races.
Sue Porter Sales
How long have you worked at Boothroyd:
Since 2017.
What do you like most about Kenilworth:
The school, the restaurants, there are lots of clubs and facilities for children to be part of e.g scouts, guides, football, rugby, dance. It’s easy to get to anywhere from Kenilworth.
What is your favourite period of property:
Both new and old.
If you could live anywhere (except Kenilworth) where would it be:
I have no desire to leave at present, have lived here all my life. I do like Jersey or Isle of Wight
What is your favourite property you have ever dealt with:
Crackley Hill – Grandmother’s house. Lovely memories and pleased to pass on to a young family to let history repeat itself.
Where is your favourite place for a day out in Warwickshire:
Stratford – Shopping, eating and watching a play/cinema/show