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Cullompton, EX15

5/5, 160 Reviews
99% Recommended

98% sales valuation accuracy

100% letting valuation accuracy

100% sales fee satisfaction

99% letting fee satisfaction

The story of Thorne and Carter unfolds across three centuries of estate agency, auctioneering and surveying in the Culm Valley. The practice was originally founded in the mid 1800s in Willand by William Thorne. When he retired towards the end of the century his son, Bill Thorne, was too young to take over the pra
ctice and so there was a gap of some years until Bill Thorne restarted the firm, again in Willand in 1911. In the 1930s Bill Thorne relocated the practice to the larger town of Cullompton and on his retirement in 1950 the practice was acquired by the late Ken Carter and had by then moved offices to Church Street. The changing face of estate agency later necessitated the move to 29 High Street, a large three storey Victorian property. Ken Carter in partnership with his son Stephen ran a thriving multi-disciplined chartered surveyors practice specialising in residential sales, surveys, farm sales and associated agricultural work, with the firm even having its own livestock market based at Tiverton Junction in Willand. At the end of 1988 Ken Carter retired and his son Stephen formed a new partnership with Clive Madge, who had been specialising in the agricultural and professional side of the practice, together with John Parkin who had been handling the residential sales. Throughout the 1990s steady growth in the residential sales resulted in increased staff and emphasised the need for even larger premises in a more prominent and central High Street position. With this in mind the partners acquired 11 & 13 High Street fondly known locally as the “Old Police Station”. During much of the autumn of 1999 the premises underwent a complete refurbishment and remodelling including the former “cells” being integrated into the company’s boardroom. Following his retirement from the partnership Stephen Carter continued as a consultant for several years before retiring fully. John and Clive continue in partnership with their long standing experienced team in both the residential and professional departments. The firm has recently welcomed Henry Parkin to the residential department bringing youth and many new ideas whilst being the third father\/son combination in the practice. A nostalgic inspection of the archives reveals that the first property sold under the Thorne and Carter partnership was near Taunton in February 1951 selling for £3,500 and earned the company the princely sum of £29 in commission! Interestingly the same property sold in 2012 for £320,000. This at the time when a gallon of petrol cost 3 shillings 6 pence (17½p), a loaf of bread was 6 pence (2½p) and a brand new Morris Minor car would set you back £520 whilst the internet was not even a distant dream!
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ServicesValuationFeesMin Price of property reviewedMax Price of property reviewed
Sales98%100%£27,000£1,500,000
Lettings100%99%£565£2,500
Areas covered
  • EX14
  • EX15
  • EX16
  • EX5
  • TA21
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Thorne Carter & Aspen
11 & 13 High StreetCullompton, Devon
EX15 1AB
01884 33333

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  • Lettings
  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
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By : 'Steve'
Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Sold price : £430000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX16

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Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Jan 12, 2024
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We recently used Thorne, Carter and Aspen for the sale of an inherited house, and they were excellent to deal with, in particular in keeping me informed and managing access to the property while being out of the country! As first time sellers we definitely had a lot of questions, but Henry was... Read Full Review

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By : 'LAC'
Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Sold price : £425000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Nov 14, 2023
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We received excellent service from Henry and staff in relation to our move within Willand. They were professional, paid attention to our requests and took the lead when things along the chain were not running as smooth as expected. A thoroughly efficient estate agency practice who I would recommend ... Read Full Review

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By : 'LAC'
Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Sold price : £425000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Nov 14, 2023
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We received excellent service from Henry and staff in relation to our move within Willand. They were professional, paid attention to our requests and took the lead when things along the chain were not running as smooth as expected. A thoroughly efficient estate agency practice who I would recommend ... Read Full Review

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John

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Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Sep 30, 2023
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We have just purchased a wonderful property with the help of John at Thorne Carter and Aspen in Cullompton. Every step of the way John was always there to answer any questions that we had and help us to find out any other information that we needed. John and his team were always helpful, friendly... Read Full Review

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Angus

By : 'Nat'
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX5

Sep 4, 2023
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Great service: professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. Very reassuring for someone renting alone for the first... Read Full Review

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By : 'RW'
Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Sold price : £450000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Aug 27, 2023
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I was lucky enough to have Henry from day one and his attention to detail and eagerness to help wherever he could was evident. It wasn’t a straightforward process, but Henry was informative through and went above and beyond, communicating efficiently and effectively throughout.... Read Full Review

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Angus

By : 'Claire'
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Rent PCM : £1450
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Aug 23, 2023
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Angus was absolutely incredible to deal with. We relocated From Australia and while other agents didn’t want to give us the time of day. From the first point of contact right until we moved in, he was attentive and a pleasure to deal with. Highly recommend going through Angus and his team ... Read Full Review

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By : 'Paulina'
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX4

Mar 2, 2023
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Beyond helpful, professional and reliable. I have been dealing with Aspen (now Thorne Carter & Aspen) for about 4 years now. Angus was my agent from day one and I genuinely can't speak high enough of him. He is great in what he does - absolutely outstanding service and nothing is... Read Full Review

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Angus

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Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Rent PCM : £1200
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Jan 30, 2023
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My experience with this company has been a delight. Rarely these days do we come across such attention to detail, yet with professionalism, diligence and friendliness. A truly remarkable combination and one that gives me no hesitation whatsoever in recommending their services to everyone. Many... Read Full Review

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By : 'Derek'
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Jan 27, 2023
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We’re not normally ones for leaving reviews but on this occasion, felt compelled to do so. From the very start, to completion of the process, Henry, and his team at Thorne, Carter and Aspen, were the ultimate professionals. Their honesty, their calm and reassuring manner is an example... Read Full Review

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By : 'Chris'
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £390000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Jan 22, 2023
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Thank you to Henry, John and the rest of their team. This small, local firm are a pleasure to deal with. They provide invaluable advice in a straightforward, honest way. Moving house is stressful. The stress was reduced when we received prompt replies to our many anxious calls. All the team are... Read Full Review

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By : 'Caroline'
Services : Land & New Homes
Sold price : £320000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Jan 20, 2023
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Henry has been very helpful in assisting us with our house purchase. His professional, calm and non intrusive manner made our viewings very pleasant and we never felt pushed or rushed. Henry would kindly re-arrange his diary if we were arriving late due to the distance involved and motorway... Read Full Review

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By : 'Robert'
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Rent PCM : £1200
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Jan 16, 2023
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A thoroughly professional, efficient, helpful and friendly approach to meeting client needs. Responsive to post-contract issues with all queries dealt with promptly. I dealt with Angus Watson who conducted our business with integrity, professionalism and practicality. I would not hesitate to... Read Full Review

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By : 'Craig'
Services : Letting( As a Tenant )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Oct 5, 2022
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The agent, Angus, has been really excellent in helping me find rental accommodation. After a viewing at a property that wasn’t really suitable for me, he took time to understand my requirements and reached out when a suitable property appeared. Communications and transparency have been... Read Full Review

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Services : Sales( As a Buyer )
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Oct 4, 2022
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Rare to find an agent who’s staff are so personable and efficient and who supportin equal measures the purchaser as much as the vendor. Customer service second to none. Thankyou John for your untiring tenacity, enabling us to buy our dream... Read Full Review

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By : 'Chris'
Services : Letting( As a Owner )
Rent PCM : £2500
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX4

Sep 11, 2022
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A long established estate and lettings agency which has successfully managed our Cullompton property for the last 15 years, and recently let out a second larger property in Exeter. Angus's knowledge of the market and rental values to be expected is absolutely first rate. He and his... Read Full Review

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By : 'Chris'
Services : Letting( As a Owner )
Rent PCM : £2500
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX4

Sep 11, 2022
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By : 'Adrian'
Services : Letting( As a Owner )
Rent PCM : £775
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Sep 6, 2022
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As a landlord I have found this firm to be very knowledgeable about the local rentals market and their years of experience really shows through. A very friendly approachable and professional... Read Full Review

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By : 'Keith'
Services : Sales( As a Vendor )
Sold price : £275000
Would you recommend ? : Yes
Postcode : EX15

Sep 5, 2022
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Great service by Henry and all the team, bought and sold property through them and good at keeping solicitors on their toes. Would use... Read Full Review

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