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Bristol is a thriving and growing city, often viewed as the gateway to the West Country, and not without reason. It enjoys some of the best transport links in the UK, being situated on the junctions of the M5 and M4 and excellent rail links to London, the Midlands, Wales and The West.
Within its boundaries, the city is famous for its diverse range of architecture, from the warm glow of Georgian and Regency townhouses, to contemporary apartment buildings on the recently developed floating harbour reflecting the city’s maritime heritage. There are many open spaces, and The Downs enjoy some 400 acres of public parkland, overlooked by substantial Victorian villas.
The lifestyle is modern and bustling, from the eclectic array of boutique shops in Clifton Village to the larger shopping centres of Cribbs Causeway, and the new developments at Broadmead. Education is a key to Bristol’s success, with some of finest private schools in England; from Millfield in Street to Clifton College in Bristol and secondary schools such as the soon to be opened Redland Green and Elmlea primary school.
With extensive coverage across NE and NW Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Bristol city, we are happy to answer and help with any queries you may have regarding both property matters and the excellent area that we cover.
Staff information
James Toogood
After leaving the Royal Agricultural College where he studied Rural Estate Management, James worked for an international firm of surveyors and valuers in Bath for a period of 5 years. James joined Knight Frank in December 2000 to specialise in country property in the villages surrounding Bristol within South Gloucestershire, North Somerset, North East Somerset and North West Somerset.
Charles Densham
Charles has nearly 35 years experience in valuing and selling residential property in the Bristol, South Gloucestershire and Somerset areas. Charles was previously a partner in Hoddell Pritchard, and then set up his own business Charles Densham & Co which was acquired by Knight Frank in September 2000.
Pat Weston
Pat joined Knight Frank in August 2002 to specialise in the town market. Pat has had many years experience in handling properties in the middle and top end of the town market specifically in BS8, BS9 and BS6.
Rupert Oliver
After leaving the Royal Agricultural College, Rupert moved to London where he specialised in the sales and letting of prime property in Knightsbridge and Notting Hill. Rupert moved to Bristol in 2001 and to Knight Frank in August 2004 to specialise in the re-sale of new build apartments, period flats and houses within BS8, BS9, BS6 and BS1.
James Sessions Hodge
James joined Knight Frank in May 2006 to assist in the country market. After 3 years working as a negotiator in London covering Chelsea, Putney and Fulham, James moved back to his Bristol and North Somerset roots.
Clarissa Box
Clarissa supports James Toogood and James Sessions Hodge with the country properties and is the office representative for marketing. Clarissa has worked as a negotiator in London for an international firm and relocated to work for Knight Frank in August 2004.
Rachel Cousins
Rachel is the office manager and supports Pat Weston and Rupert Oliver in the town market. Rachel joined the team in July 2003 with over 10 years experience in property having worked as a negotiator for a high street agency.
Amar Panesar
Amar is responsible for the management of the applicant database ensuring a first class customer service. Amar had 5 years experience as a negotiator before joining Knight Frank in January 2004.