Free House Clearance In Otterburn & Charity Donations

We were contacted by a family in Otterburn who needed a complete house clearance for a large country cottage that had been in their family for generations. The property had been unoccupied for several months, and the family required a professional clearance service to prepare it for sale. They wanted to ensure that any valuable antiques were identified, with the rest of the household contents either donated or responsibly disposed of.

Client’s Requirements

• Full clearance of a four-bedroom cottage, including attic, garage, and outbuildings

• Identification and valuation of any antiques or collectibles

• Donation of usable furniture and household items to local charities

• Clearance to be completed within two days due to tight deadlines

The House Clearance Process

Main House

The house was filled with furniture dating back to the early 20th century. In the lounge, we discovered a Georgian sideboard and a pair of Victorian armchairs, both of which the family opted to sell. The bedrooms contained solid oak wardrobes and dressing tables, which were still in good condition and donated to a local charity shop.

The attic had been used for storage over the years and contained old trunks, a collection of 1950s magazines, and a set of vintage railway posters. One of the posters was a rare North Eastern Railway advertisement, which we purchased from the family.

Kitchen & Dining Room

The kitchen was home to a farmhouse dining table and a Welsh dresser filled with decorative plates and tea sets. The family decided to keep a few sentimental pieces but allowed us to donate the rest. We also found a silver-plated tea set, which was appraised and sold.

Garage & Outbuildings

The garage contained an assortment of tools, garden equipment, and vintage oil lamps. One of the standout finds was an old cast-iron stove, which we arranged to sell on behalf of the family. The outbuildings had a collection of horse tack and equestrian gear from a bygone era, much of which was donated.

Items Bought

• Georgian sideboard

• Victorian armchairs (pair)

• Rare North Eastern Railway poster

• Silver-plated tea set

• Antique oil lamps

• Vintage railway magazines

• Cast-iron stove

• 19th-century wooden writing desk

• Edwardian mirror

• Brass candlestick holders

Items Donated to Charity

• Oak wardrobes and dressing tables

• Farmhouse dining table

• Welsh dresser with decorative plates

• Assorted books and novels

• Clothing and accessories

• Kitchenware and utensils

• General bric-a-brac

• Horse tack and equestrian gear

• Framed landscape prints

• Small electrical appliances

Client Feedback

The family was pleased with the thorough and professional approach we took to the clearance. They were particularly happy with the way we handled the antiques and ensured that sentimental items were considered before being sold or donated. Our efficient service helped them meet their deadline, allowing them to focus on finalizing the sale of the property.