Stirling Ackroyd
Englefield Green, TW20
4.6/5, 106 reviews
92% recommended
100% sales valuation accuracy
100% sales fee satisfaction
100% lettings valuation accuracy
99% lettings fee satisfaction

“I am a landlord and have had nothing but problems ......”

Share on :
Jun 26,2012
Minithumbdown
By: 'robjam'
Jun 26,2012
1 people found
this helpful
I am a landlord and have had nothing but problems with this company and will never be using them again. They cannot account for clients money produce incorrect invoices and take for ever to rectify their mistakes.

I have made a formal complaint as follows:

Townends have proved to be incompetent in that they have been unable to account for clients
money which they have been holding.
They have failed to provide correct information regarding their fees.
Their staff have dealt with queries with an unacceptable delay and have provided incorrect
and contradictory information.
I do not believe that the company has proper procedures in place to deal with clients monies
and there are so many members of staff duplicating procedures that no one seems to know
what each department is doing.
If there is a query then one department simply blames a colleague within their own
department or passes the blame on to another department.
I have been given repeated assurances that amounts have been credited to my account which
have proven to be incorrect.
I have been sent invoices form Townends which are both incorrect and have failed to account
for monies already received.
I have made payments to Townends which have not been acknowledged and have been lost in
the system. To compound matters I have then been chased on my mobile phone regarding an
outstanding account which had in fact been paid. I have then received assurances that this
would not happen again - followed shortly by further calls to my mobile number requesting
payment.
Funds which should have been repaid to me have been delayed because of procedural
problems within Townends.

Their response is that there have been some problems and they apologise - a fat lot of good.

Avoid this company
Was this helpful? Yes

Agent Response / Add a Comment

You can use this form to reply to the above review or a displayed comment on the above review.




Note: Your comment will not be activated until you click on the link in an email sent to your address as submitted in the form above. By clicking on Submit Comment you agree to receive an activation email from allAgents.


Opening Hours
Address

Stirling Ackroyd
19 St Judes Road
Englefield Green
Surrey
TW20 0BY
01784 434 304

Performance statistics
Services Valuation Accuracy Fees Satisfaction Min Price of property reviewed Max Price of property reviewed
Sales 100% 100% £190,000 £9,700,000
Lettings 100% 99% £650 £1,800
Review statistics
From Landlords From Tenants From Vendors From Buyers Other
7 2 13 2 38 3 37 0 3 1
Areas covered
  • TW20
  • Sunninghill
  • SL4
  • Virgina Water
  • SL5
  • Windlesham
  • GU20
  • GU25
  • Englefield Green
  • Ascot
  • Egham
  • Old Windsor
  • Sunningdale
Services offered
  • Sales
  • Lettings
  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
  • Home Builder
Members of
ARLA TPOS Sales TPOS Lettings TPOS My deposits scheme
Latest Properties

No Properties

“Mark went above and beyond in helping us to s......”

Share on :
Oct 21,2021
Minithumbup
By: 'matthew'
Oct 21,2021
0 people found
this helpful
Mark went above and beyond in helping us to seek and buy a house. Very impressed with his honest and transparent approach....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“Excellent attentive service throughout...”

Share on :
Aug 28,2018
Minithumbup
By: 'Richard'
Aug 28,2018
0 people found
this helpful
The two Marks gave exemplary and supportive service throughout the process of selling my old friend Paul's house in Englefield Green. This was not a straightforward sale but the Englefield Green team rose to the challenge admirably, keeping us posted at all stages along the ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Reasonable.
Was this helpful? Yes

“Excellent advice...”

Share on :
Jun 21,2018
Minithumbup
By: 'David'
Jun 21,2018
1 people found
this helpful
I asked Mark's advice on what I should do regarding selling or letting my property. He had the best knowledge of anyone I had asked regarding the cause of the low rental and sales market, particularly information regarding the University's student population and accommodation. Enabled ...
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“Great service......”

Share on :
Jun 20,2018
Minithumbup
By: 'Mikedev643'
Jun 20,2018
1 people found
this helpful
The two Marks were extremely helpful and understanding during a long drawn out sale. I won't bore everyone with the details, but suffice to say both Marks did their utmost to push things along handling every obstacle with sensitivity and professionalism....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“Excellent Service...”

Share on :
Jun 13,2018
Minithumbup
By: 'Anthony'
Jun 13,2018
0 people found
this helpful
Great service looking to buy a couple of investment properties, not going anywhere else, the advice given by Mark Shepherd and his team was exceptional, I think we will have a long standing relationship here!...
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark and his team were excellent. They sold my house 3 ......”

Share on :
Oct 23,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'D'
Oct 23,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Mark and his team were excellent. They sold my house 3 times over, each time within a few days of it being placed on the market. Nothing was to much trouble....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
More expensive than some others
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark S has been an absolute superstar. Our house sale ......”

Share on :
Oct 01,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Laura'
Oct 01,2017
1 people found
this helpful
Mark S has been an absolute superstar. Our house sale became hugely troublesome and he worked tirelessly to get it through to completion. Easy to contact and happy to answer our 100s of questions. He gave good advice, was proactive and his experience was invaluable....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Good
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark Shepherd and the whole Englefield Green team were dedicated ......”

Share on :
Sep 27,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Dr'
Sep 27,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Mark Shepherd and the whole Englefield Green team were dedicated professionals who made the sale of our property quick and efficient. The team are very knowledgeable with regards to the local market and worked hard to achieve an excellent sale. I strongly recommend using this ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Fees were as expected
Was this helpful? Yes

“Working with Mark was a pleasure. He answered all the ......”

Share on :
Aug 15,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'G.'
Aug 15,2017
3 people found
this helpful
Working with Mark was a pleasure. He answered all the question we had and help us through all the process of searching and buying. He went above and beyond his duties. Mark is reliable and very supportive. THANK YOU MARK...
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“Very pleased with the efforts of everyone at Townends in ......”

Share on :
Aug 04,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Greig'
Aug 04,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Very pleased with the efforts of everyone at Townends in selling our property. Good communication throughout the sale and most helpful in explaining the sales process....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark Shepherd has been amazing, 5 star rating plus, he has ......”

Share on :
Jul 20,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Ludmilla'
Jul 20,2017
3 people found
this helpful
Mark Shepherd has been amazing, 5 star rating plus, he has not only found someone to buy our house but also the price we asked for and he was Super agony uncle . Great spirit always a welcome smile that greets you as soon as you walk ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Top fees he deserves every penny no waste!!!!!!
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Mark Shepherd
Jul 21, 2017
View all comments (1)
Thank you Ludmilla, I think I might be your agony uncle for a fair old time yet us this transaction is going to require a lot of work and patience! But we will get there! ...

“Mark Shepherd has been amazing, 5 star rating plus, he has ......”

Share on :
Jul 20,2017
Minithumbdown
By: 'Ludmilla'
Jul 20,2017
3 people found
this helpful
Mark Shepherd has been amazing, 5 star rating plus, he has not only found someone to buy our house but also the price we asked for and he was Super agony uncle . Great spirit always a welcome smile that greets you as soon as you walk ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Top fees he deserves every penny no waste!!!!!!
Was this helpful? Yes

“very knowledgable, efficient and hardworking. judged value, market and clients ......”

Share on :
Jul 14,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Tim'
Jul 14,2017
2 people found
this helpful
very knowledgable, efficient and hardworking. judged value, market and clients well. thank you.few minor issues only, such as locking house after visits....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
standard
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Mark Shepherd
Jul 21, 2017
View all comments (1)
Thank you Tim, I might add that the house was always securely locked but it was your alarm system we had a problem with! ...

“I have nothing but praise for the two Marks at ......”

Share on :
Jul 13,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Trekkers'
Jul 13,2017
2 people found
this helpful
I have nothing but praise for the two Marks at Townsends, Englefield Green. As a widow trying to move on her, they were there for me at every step. Mark Latham worked very hard to secure my buyer, and was very patient with the number ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Well deserved
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Mark Shepherd
Jul 21, 2017
View all comments (1)
We miss Wendy already our favorite client, 4 star you told me you had given me 5!!! Have your sorted out your new local pub? Bet you have!!! ...

“Mark Shepherd and Mark Latham guided us through the process ......”

Share on :
Jul 07,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Rophin'
Jul 07,2017
3 people found
this helpful
Mark Shepherd and Mark Latham guided us through the process of selling our house with both professionalism and the degree of empathy needed in what can be a stressful process without the right support. Their knowledge of the local area and market was a huge ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
They earned their money helping to keep the chain intact and making sure after they had sold the house they kept the process moving until we exchanged.
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Mark Shepherd
Jul 21, 2017
View all comments (1)
Thank you Rophine all the best in your new home, i wish you both all the best ...

“Brilliant service in all the aspects involved in selling our ......”

Share on :
Mar 15,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Ian'
Mar 15,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Brilliant service in all the aspects involved in selling our house. Really appreciated rapport experienced with both Mark and Claire....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Very acceptable
Was this helpful? Yes

“Our purchase was to say the least not the most ......”

Share on :
Feb 21,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'The'
Feb 21,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Our purchase was to say the least not the most straightforward due to problems with our sale. We took 7 months to finally get there. Mark stayed with us every step of the way, kept positive and somehow kept our vendorhappy....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Not applicable for this branch as only buying
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark and the team and Townends in Englfield Green provided ......”

Share on :
Jan 30,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Robert'
Jan 30,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Mark and the team and Townends in Englfield Green provided a first class service with excellent communication and updates throughout the transaction, I would highly recommend this team in buying/selling property....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Very competitive for the service provided
Was this helpful? Yes

“We, the sellers' solicitors found the sales team to be ......”

Share on :
Jan 11,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Taylor'
Jan 11,2017
2 people found
this helpful
We, the sellers' solicitors found the sales team to be positive and proactive. It was quite refreshing. We would certainly recommend them to a client looking to sell who is without an agent....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Good
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark was brilliant. Gave me a realistic valuation - that ......”

Share on :
Jan 04,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Steve'
Jan 04,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Mark was brilliant. Gave me a realistic valuation - that I was happy with - and sold the flat in challenging market conditions very quickly. Delighted!...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
In line with the competition.
Was this helpful? Yes

“Just wanted to say a big thank you to the ......”

Share on :
Jan 03,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Matt'
Jan 03,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Just wanted to say a big thank you to the team for all there efforts and quick sale of my late father's house, the team were very kind and helped out in every aspect....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark Shepard of Townends (Englefield Green) got more potentialbuyers to ......”

Share on :
Jan 03,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'R.'
Jan 03,2017
2 people found
this helpful
Mark Shepard of Townends (Englefield Green) got more potential buyers to view our property than the other agent we used and manage to find us a buyer in a relativity short time. The service provided provided from the branch was excellent and they always 'went ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Agent's Fees were very reasonable
Was this helpful? Yes

“Mark and his team are exceptional. They took care of ......”

Share on :
Nov 02,2016
Minithumbup
By: 'Mrs,'
Nov 02,2016
2 people found
this helpful
Mark and his team are exceptional. They took care of everything for me from solicitor right through to smaller less important things. I can honestly say I had very little to do which was a great relief to me.I would certainly recommend Townends as ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
I had good value for money considering the amount of time and effort which was willingly given to me.
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Daniel Beresford
Nov 04, 2016
View all comments (1)
Thank you so much for the review Benda, glad we were able to help and I hope you are enjoying your change of scenery in Cyprus! ...

“Mark and the team were excellent to deal with, very ......”

Share on :
Aug 19,2016
Minithumbup
By: 'David'
Aug 19,2016
2 people found
this helpful
Mark and the team were excellent to deal with, very smooth sale and purchase. They were always available and happy to deal with any queries and kept all parties in the chain happy. Would definitely recommend and use them again....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Good
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Mark Shepherd
Aug 31, 2016
View all comments (1)
Hi David thank you for your review and all the best to you and your family in your new home in the village ...

“Very helpful throughout our purchase. Would recommend highly. Would definitely ......”

Share on :
Aug 18,2016
Minithumbup
By: 'Riley'
Aug 18,2016
2 people found
this helpful
Very helpful throughout our purchase. Would recommend highly. Would definitely use them when we come to sell the property on....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes

“The agents in Englefield green where quick, responsive and helpful ......”

Share on :
Aug 17,2016
Minithumbup
By: 'Blake'
Aug 17,2016
3 people found
this helpful
The agents in Englefield green where quick, responsive and helpful throughout the purchase. They kept me informed of all updates without adding too much pressure to the purchase....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Daniel
Aug 31, 2016
View all comments (1)
I'm glad we could be of help Blake, I hope you are enjoying your new place! ...

“In the market for a good rental property and Dan ......”

Share on :
Aug 17,2016
Minithumbup
By: 'JB'
Aug 17,2016
3 people found
this helpful
In the market for a good rental property and Dan was very helpful and knowledgeable . He new and could answer all my questions and was very professional. Overall 5* and would go back to them in the future....
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Fair
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Daniel
Aug 31, 2016
View all comments (1)
Thanks for your feedback! I'm glad the sale went though smoothly and look forward to working with you in the future. ...

“Great property and area knowledge! My partner and I thought ......”

Share on :
Aug 17,2016
Minithumbup
By: 'Rebecca'
Aug 17,2016
3 people found
this helpful
Great property and area knowledge! My partner and I thought that Daniel was extremely approachable and was always available when we needed him, he showed passion for the properties and had extensive knowledge of the surrounding areas....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Daniel
Aug 31, 2016
View all comments (1)
Thank you! ...

“Mark was very helpful, finding us a purchaser on the ......”

Share on :
Aug 16,2016
Minithumbup
By: 'Ian'
Aug 16,2016
2 people found
this helpful
Mark was very helpful, finding us a purchaser on the same day we instructed - which - given this was a probate sale had added difficulty. In fact that sale fell through and Mark quickly came up with another prospective purchaser who ended up buying ...
read full review
Comment on agent fees
Fair
Was this helpful? Yes
By: Mark Shepherd
Aug 31, 2016
View all comments (1)
Thank you Ian for you review, we got there in the end so glad you are happy with the service we provided ...

“We were very satisfied with the service we received. Claire ......”

Share on :
Jul 04,2016
Minithumbup
By: '?'
Jul 04,2016
2 people found
this helpful
We were very satisfied with the service we received. Claire was courteous and friendly and was able to answer all the questions we askes in an unflappable and constructive way....
read full review
Was this helpful? Yes
No fees information available
Kindly note that legally, letting agents need to publish information about their tenancy fees, government-approved redress schemes and client money protection schemes on their website and on third party websites (on which agents are listed). For properties to lease/rent in England, agents need to keep this information up to date and precise on allAgents or specify within the property description.

Complaints Procedure

Listening to you

We are always interested in your views. In particular, we will:
Send you a customer questionnaire so that you can tell us what you think of our service.
Use any comments, suggestions and compliments you may have about our services to help us improve where relevant.

Helping us to put things right

In the unlikely event that you may be unhappy with certain aspects of our service, please let us know. We will then thoroughly investigate your comment, suggestion or complaint.
We would also like to receive your compliments, as these help us to see what we are getting right, so that we can extend best practice across all of our departments.

If you want to make a comment, suggestion or complaint, you may:
- Visit any of our branches and speak to the Branch Manager.
- Send a letter to the address indicated in the "Where to contact us" section.
- Send an email to us at the email address provided.
- Send a fax to 01932 736 599.
- Telephone us on 01932 736 500.

When we receive your comment, suggestion or complaint, we will do the following: If you phoned or visited us, we will endeavour to deal with the matter straight away. If this is not possible, we will contact you within seven working days to let you know what we are doing.
If you contacted us at Head Office, in writing, we will acknowledge receipt of your letter within three working days. We will then give you a full written response within 21 working days or, if this is not possible, tell you when you can expect a more detailed response.

Where to contact us:
Managing Director's Office
Unit 2 Wintersells Road
Byfleet
Surrey
KT14 7LF
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 01932 736 500

Your complaint will be dealt with by the relevant Director dependent on the discipline involved.

If having received our final response you do not agree with some or all of our conclusions, you may contact us again in order that we can review our investigation in the light of your further comments. If you remain dissatisfied after the above procedure has been exhausted, you may do the following:
Appeal in writing to:

Residential Sales & Lettings
The Property Ombudsman,
Milford House,
43 - 55 Milford Street,
Salisbury,
Wiltshire,
SP1 2BP
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.tpos.co.uk

Lettings
The National Federation of Property Professionals,
Arbon House,
6 Tournament Court,
Edgehill Drive,
Warwick
CV34 6LG
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.arla.co.uk

Last updated at 12:28 PM 06/12/2017 by allAgents

Awards won by Stirling Ackroyd, Englefield Green TW20 0BY



Find the Best Agent to
Sell or Rent Your Home