Free House Clearance In Forest Hall & Charity Donations

We were contacted by a client in Forest Hall who needed a full clearance of their late father’s two-bedroom bungalow. The property had been his home for over 40 years and contained a mix of mid-century furniture, household items, and personal effects. The family requested a respectful clearance, with any valuable items appraised and purchased, and as much as possible donated to charity.

Client’s Requirements

• Full clearance of the property, including the garage and shed

• Careful identification of valuables for purchase

• Donation of usable furniture and household goods

• Responsible disposal of non-recyclable items

• Completion in one day to allow for sale preparations

The Clearance Process

Living Room & Bedrooms

The living room housed a collection of vintage ornaments, including a Beswick horse figurine and a set of Wade Whimsies, which we purchased. A large mid-century teak wall unit dominated one side of the room, and while the family initially wanted to dispose of it, we were able to arrange a donation to a local charity that supports families in need.

In the bedrooms, we found a collection of vintage clothing, including a Harris Tweed jacket and a leather satchel, both of which we purchased. The remaining clothing, bedding, and soft furnishings were packed and donated.

Kitchen & Dining Area

The kitchen contained a set of 1960s Pyrex dishes and a vintage coffee grinder, both in excellent condition, which we purchased. Everyday kitchenware, including crockery, cutlery, and a working microwave, was donated to a local shelter.

The dining area featured a solid oak table with four chairs. After consulting the family, we arranged for them to be donated to a nearby community center.

Garage & Shed

The garage contained various vintage tools, a cast-iron vice, and an old oil can, which we purchased due to their collectible value. A Raleigh bicycle from the 1970s was found in the shed, and after a quick assessment, we bought it for restoration.

Many general household items, including garden tools, plant pots, and a working lawnmower, were donated to a community gardening project.

Items Bought

• Beswick horse figurine

• Set of Wade Whimsies

• Harris Tweed jacket

• Leather satchel

• 1960s Pyrex dish set

• Vintage coffee grinder

• Cast-iron vice

• Vintage oil can

• 1970s Raleigh bicycle

• Framed Victorian landscape painting

Items Donated to Charity

• Large mid-century teak wall unit

• Solid oak dining table and four chairs

• Assorted kitchenware and microwave

• Selection of books and magazines

• General household ornaments and decorations

• Clothing, bedding, and soft furnishings

• Assorted garden tools and plant pots

• Working lawnmower

• Upholstered armchair

• Wooden storage chest

Client Feedback

The family was pleased with how smoothly the clearance went and appreciated our efforts in preserving as many items as possible for donation. They were especially grateful that their father’s possessions would be reused rather than discarded.