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History of Shotton Point

1 Aug

The John Summer Clock Tower building opened in 1907 and was the headquarters of Shotton Steelworks, before closing in 2009 and falling into serious disrepair after being sold by the company. Wilsons Auctions have now taken on the restoration project, with a view to securing the future of the historic and Grade II listed site.

Support Wilsons Auctions' Branch-to-Branch Charity Challenge!

21 Jul

Wilsons Auctions Group unites across boarders in the UK and Ireland to raise vital funds for two important charities this August.

OVER £2million worth of sparkle heads to auction!

29 Jun

Diamond jewellery and high-value watches are set to dazzle at Wilsons Auctions’ Online Luxury Auction, which includes repossessed items from various Government departments.

Wilsons Auctions renews membership with the Vehicle Recyclers' Association (VRA)

26 Jun

Wilsons Auctions is delighted announce their renewed membership to the Vehicle Recyclers' Association (VRA).

Wilsons Auctions’ Auctioneer and Family Raises OVER £40,000 In Loving Memory of Late Dad

16 Jun

Manager and Auctioneer at Wilsons Auctions, Richard McFetridge and Family announced that with generous donations and the roaring success of their NI Pancreatic Cancer Gala Ball, over £40,000 has been raised for NI Pancreatic Cancer.

Launch Auction Set for New Vendor at Telford branch

15 Jun

Wilsons Auctions is delighted to welcome Holdcroft Motor Group as a new vendor.

Gala Ball celebrates the life of Baroness May Blood

13 Jun

On 24 May the Integrated Education Fund (IEF) hosted a very special ‘May Ball’ in the Europa Hotel, Belfast, to celebrate the life of Baroness May Blood and her incredible contribution to Integrated Education in Northern Ireland.

Rankings go live for NI’s Top 100 Companies 2023

1 Jun

Wilsons Auctions is extremely proud to be placed in the 2023 Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies.

Wilsons Auctions supports Durham Young Farmer Club Rally

31 May

Wilsons Auctions proudly sponsored the Durham Young Farmers Club Rally held on Saturday 20th May.

Confiscated Rolls Royce Ghost to be Auctioned to the Highest Bidder

25 May

Wilsons Auctions, one of the leading auction companies specializing in seized assets, is set to present a remarkable opportunity for luxury car enthusiasts and collectors this May. Featuring in their Online Luxury Goods Auction – a stunning 2012 Rolls Royce Ghost.

Tee-rific Corporate Golf Tournament raises thousands for charity

19 May

Wilsons Auctions tee’d off with their annual Corporate Golf Day on Friday 5th May, held at one of Ireland’s top golf resorts, The K Club.

Multiple Bord na Móna Auctions boast OVER 400 Lots of tractors and machinery this May

18 May

Wilsons Auctions prepares once again to offer bidders a huge selection of tractors, machinery, tyres, motorbikes, agricultural equipment, and more surplus assets on behalf of the iconic Irish company, Bord na Móna.

Celebrating 10 years of Bob Chambers

15 May

A part of Wilsons Auctions' Glasgow branch, Bob Chambers celebrates his 10-year career milestone this April. Throughout his ten years, Bob has worked across many major Plant & Machinery Auctions and played a vital role within the Auction Group.

Headline Sponsorship Announced for Ulster Region Grand Prix Summer Series

11 May

Wilsons Auctions is delighted to continue as headline sponsor ahead of the 2023 Ulster Region Grand Prix Showjumping Summer League.

Criminal’s ill-gotten gains to go under the hammer

26 Apr

A rare 2021 Platinum Rolex Day-Date 40 sits amongst over 20 Rolex timepieces and a 2019 BMW M4, all to be sold to the highest bidder at Wilsons Auctions this week.

Wilsons Auctions steps up to support Easter Youth Academy

20 Apr

This Easter, Ballymun United Football Club hosted their second Train2Play Youth Academy. Delighted to be able to support the local North Dublin community project, Wilsons Auctions played a vital sponsorship role for the 3-day event.

Celebrating 20 years of George Gould

17 Apr

George is our Commercial Assistant based at Headquarters in Belfast. Starting with the company back in 2003, George has played an influential part in many teams and departments.

Luxury’s best kept secret is at Wilsons Auctions this March

20 Mar

Find a selection of Hermès Kelly and Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Bags, in ‘as new’ condition, at Wilsons Auctions this March.

Client Testimonial - Selling Property at Auction

16 Mar

Business Owner Justin Galvin, a long standing customer of Wilsons Auctions as a vehicle vendor and buyer recently appointed Wilsons Auctions' Land and Property Department to manage and re-market a residential property in Dublin that had been on the market previously with other agents by Private Treaty however failed to sell.

Wilsons Auctions selected as an approved supplier designed for the Public Sector

13 Mar

Wilsons Auctions, the UK and Ireland’s largest independent auction company, is delighted to announce they have been named as an approved supplier to the YPO 1117 Managed Services DPS - Category 6 - Vehicle and Vehicle Accessory Disposal.

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