News & Views from SAS! - 29/07/2026

July 2026

29/07/2026 General News

NEWS & VIEWS

Special Auction Services are thrilled to announce that following the second very successful Intact Insurance Archive Auction in aid of UK Youth we have realised a hammer total over £100,000!! With sale proceeds being donated to UK Youth we hope it helps make a real difference.

Here at SAS we always have at least our next three auctions not only uploaded to our website but also set out ready to be viewed several weeks in advance. Why not call us to make an appointment to pop down to us in Newbury to view in person and have a cup of coffee?

Don’t forget to keep an eye on our website to keep track of our full auction calendar which now includes our 2026 auctions!!

SAS VALUATION SERVICES - Did you know Special Auction Services can help with providing inheritance tax valuations, open market valuations and valuations for insurance purposes? Please do get in touch if we can help on 01635 580595 or mail@specialauctionservices.com

Here at Special Auction Services, we offer free valuations by appointment Every Wednesday at our premises at Plenty Close, off Hambridge Road, Newbury, RG14 5RL. Thomas Forrester leads these valuations, and we try to have Specialists from our broad range of departments available for you.

Alternatively, you can email us at mail@specialauctionservices.com or call us on 01635 580595 to book an appointment with a specific specialist on any other day.

In addition to our valuation days in Newbury, we hold several other valuation events to include:

South East: By Appointment

London: By Appointment

Midlands: Every 3^rd Monday of the month at Foregate Street Vintage Emporium, Stafford, ST16 2PR

West Midlands: Every 4^th Monday of the month at Connolley & Company, 7 Maypole Street, Wombourne, WV5 9JB

Please call to book an appointment on 01635 580595

Charity Antiques & Collectables Auction - In aid of the Alexander Devine Children's Hospice Service

4^th August 2026 at 10:00

Charity Antiques & Collectables Auction - In aid of the Alexander Devine Children's Hospice Service

4^th August 2026 at 10:00

This auction is filled with lots of antiques and collectables that have been very kindly donated to this amazing charity. Supporting children and young people with life-threatening illnesses.

There will be an optional 2% buyers' premium that will be donated to the Hospice.

We are currently accepting donations for future 2027 'Charity' Auctions. For further information, please email Mail@specialauctionservices.com or call 01635 580595.

Catalogue: Download PDF catalogue

Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service provides specialist care and support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, helping families across Berkshire, South Bucks and surrounding areas. Through respite care, symptom management, family support and memorable experiences, the charity helps children and their loved ones make the most of every moment.

Click the link for more information https://alexanderdevine.org/

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Photographica & Camera Auction

6^th August 2026 at 10:00

Photographica & Cameras Auction

6^th August 2026 at 10:00

Viewing by appointment only, from Thursday 23^rd July to Wednesday 5^th August, 10:00 - 17:00

Our upcoming Photographica & Cameras Auction on 6^th August 2026 features 502 lots. Sections include Leicas, Folding Cameras, Medium Format systems, SLRs, DSLRs, Compacts, and Underwater cameras. A wide range of Lenses and photographic Accessories.

We are currently consigning for future 2026 'Photographica & Cameras' Auctions. For further information, please email Mike@specialauctionservices.com or call 01635 580595.

Catalogue: Download PDF catalogue

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The Collector's Auction – featuring Antiques, Mechanical Music & Fashion

11^th & 12^th August 2026 at 10:00 am

The Collector's Auction – featuring Antiques, Mechanical Music & Fashion

11^th & 12^th August 2026 at 10:00 am

Viewing by Appointment Only - From Monday 27^th July to Monday 10^th August, 10:00 - 4:00 Monday to Friday (Excluding Weekends), CONDITION REPORTS will be replied to from Monday 27^th July.

This Collector’s Auction will feature over 50 lots of Mechanical Music, Phonographs, Musical Boxes, and Gramophones, Animals & Figures in Art, Maps, Etching, Books, Fashion, including a large collection of button hooks and compacts, Oriental Art and more.

We are currently consigning for future 2026 'Collectors' Auctions. For further information, please email Adam@specialauctionservices.com or call 01635 580595.

Catalogue: Download PDF catalogue

Order of Auction

Day One – Auction Start 10:00 Tuesday 11^th August 2026
Lots 001 to 094 - Mechanical Music & Musical Jugs
Lots 095 to 119 - Furniture
Lots 120 to 138 - Outdoor Furniture & Sculptures
Decorative Arts —
Lots 139 to 176 - Books & Literature
Lots 177 to 186 - Etchings
Lots 187 to 201 - Maps
Lots 202 to 295 - Paintings & Prints
Lots 296 to 356 - Works of Art
Animals in Art —
Lots 357 to 365 - Sculptures
Lots 366 to 377 - Paintings & Prints
Figures in Art —
Lots 378 to 391 - Sculptures
Lots 392 to 414 - Paintings & Prints
Lots 415 to 454 - Middle Eastern & Oriental
Lots 455 to 458 - Religious Art

End of Day One

Day Two – Auction Start 10:00 Wednesday 12^th August 2026
Fashion –
Lots 459 to 500 - Accessories
Lots 501 to 600 - Button Hooks
Lots 601 to 609 - Clothing
Lots 610 to 719 - Compacts
Lots 720 to 778 - Wines & Spirits

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