Three Generations of Expertise
With a legacy rooted in the heart of the auction world, Kevin Lines has spent a lifetime mastering the intricacies of the trade. Growing up under the guidance of his father, John Lines—a respected figure at Keys Auctioneers for over half a century—Kevin developed a deep understanding of the saleroom and the importance of professional integrity. Following a distinguished tenure in senior positions across the industry, Kevin established Lines & Son to offer truly independent and transparent consultancy. Today, he is joined by his son Freddy, the third generation of the Lines family to dedicate himself to the profession, ensuring a personal service defined by honesty and East Anglian roots.
What We Do
We offer a comprehensive suite of professional auction services tailored to the needs of private clients and estates throughout East Anglia.
Probate & Insurance Valuations
With our family heritage and three decades of expertise, we provide precise appraisals for probate and insurance purposes, ensuring every valuation is handled with the utmost integrity.
Auction Agency & Consultancy
We bridge the gap between clients and professional auction house solutions, acting as your expert liaison to ensure favorable terms and placement in global auctions based on decades of local knowledge.
Empathetic House Clearances
We offer efficient clearing services for residential estates and collectors across East Anglia, providing professional and reassuring support for clients during difficult transitions.
Integrity, Heritage, Independence
At Lines & Son, our commitment to honest, independent advice is the cornerstone of our practice. We believe in providing private clients across East Anglia with professional guidance that prioritises their best interests, drawing upon over thirty years of family heritage to ensure every valuation and clearance is handled with transparency and meticulous care.
Kevin Lines — Specialist Consultant
Kevin is a seasoned expert who dedicated 28 years to Keys auctioneers before holding senior roles at Bishop & Miller and Hansons. He founded Lines & Son as an entirely independent consultancy to offer clients unbiased guidance. It is important to note that we do not operate our own saleroom; instead, Kevin uses his extensive network to act as a professional liaison, ensuring your items are placed with the most suitable external auction houses to achieve the best possible results for you.
Freddy Lines — Specialist Consultant
Representing the third generation of his family’s esteemed auction heritage, Freddy brings a modern perspective to the firm's independent advisory services. He focuses on supporting probate clients and managing the intricate logistics of estate clearances throughout the region. As an independent consultant, Freddy ensures every item is carefully assessed and directed to the most appropriate external saleroom, maintaining a seamless connection between private collections and the global auction market.
Client Testimonials
“The team handled my mother’s probate valuation with such care and sensitivity. Their professionalism provided immense reassurance during a difficult time, and their auction advice was invaluable.”
Private Client, Norfolk
“Efficient, honest, and incredibly knowledgeable. Lines & Son managed our full house clearance in Suffolk flawlessly. We felt completely supported by their family-led approach.”
Estate Executor, Suffolk
“Their deep understanding of East Anglian art helped us achieve a result beyond our expectations at auction. Truly the most trusted independent consultants in the region.”
Art Collector, Cambridgeshire
Speak with a Specialist
We are here to help you navigate probate valuations, house clearances, and auction advice with the care and integrity your family deserves.
info@linesandson.co.uk
Telephone
Kevin: +44 (0) 7824 898546
Freddy: +44 (0) 7342 382905
Location
Aylsham, Norfolk
Gallery: Williams & Parfitt, Wymondham
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 24 hours.