Business Details
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Kent & Sussex
Established in 1900, we have built an enduring reputation as trusted property professionals across Kent and Sussex. Our expertise spans residential and commercial sales, lettings, auctions, valuations, and rural planning services. With a team of RICS-registered valuers and chartered surveyors, we combine local market knowledge with technical excellence to deliver tailored solutions. Our 125-year heritage reflects our commitment to integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction, supported by accreditations that validate our industry-leading standards. 
Services
Residential Sales
Commercial Lettings
Property Auctions
RICS Valuations
Rural Planning
Land Sales
Estate Management
Development Consultancy
Tenant Services
Market Appraisals
Details
- Year established: 1900
Highlights and features
- 125 years of property expertise across Kent and Sussex
- RICS-registered valuers and chartered surveyors on staff
- Specialist rural and agricultural property knowledge
- Award-winning auction team with nationwide reach
- Integrated planning and development consultancy services
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Excellent communication
Professional and efficient
Local market knowledge
Patient and empathetic
Smooth transactions
Services
Residential Sales
We specialise in residential property sales across Kent and Sussex, offering expert valuations, targeted marketing, and dedicated negotiation services. Our local teams combine market knowledge with digital innovation to maximise property exposure. Clients benefit from transparent pricing strategies and comprehensive support through every transaction stage.
Commercial Lettings
Our commercial lettings service covers offices, retail spaces, and industrial units across the South East. We provide detailed market analysis, tenant sourcing, and lease negotiation expertise. The team ensures compliance with current regulations while maintaining open communication with landlords and tenants throughout the process.
Property Auctions
As leading regional auctioneers, we handle residential, commercial, and rural property auctions. Our process includes property presentation guidance, reserve price setting, and marketing campaigns. We offer pre-auction advice and post-sale administrative support to ensure seamless transactions for vendors and buyers.
RICS Valuations
Our RICS-registered valuers provide accurate property assessments for secured lending, tax purposes, and legal matters. Services include detailed valuation reports, market analysis, and expert witness testimony. We maintain strict adherence to professional standards while delivering clear, actionable insights for clients.
Rural Planning
Specialist rural planning consultancy covering farm diversification, development opportunities, and environmental schemes. We assist with option agreements, promotion agreements, and grant applications. Our experts combine agricultural knowledge with planning legislation expertise to maximise land value potential.
People
Tim Duncan
Managing Director
With 30 years at Lambert & Foster, Tim specialises in planning and development. Educated at De Montfort University and Lancing College, he combines local knowledge with technical expertise. Holds private pilot's licence for aerial surveys.
Alan Mummery
Director
Leading the farm agency team since 1986, Alan provides rural valuation expertise. A farming family representative with extensive auction experience. Combines agricultural practice knowledge with professional consultancy services.
Katie Hurley
Director
Specialising in rural planning and valuations since joining in 2010. Holds RICS and CAAV accreditations. Combines farm management experience with professional consultancy, focusing on tax and secured lending valuations.
Dan Page
Director
Chartered surveyor with 15+ years' experience, specialising in rural planning and compensation work. Fellow of multiple professional bodies. Brings agricultural background to advising on development and utility projects.
Tom Ogden
Director
Planning expert since 2013, specialising in contentious cases. Active on National Fruit Show committee. Combines meticulous approach with deep understanding of rural development requirements.
Questions
What property services do Lambert & Foster offer?
We provide residential and commercial sales, lettings, auctions, RICS valuations, rural planning consultancy, and land management services across Kent and Sussex.
Are your valuers professionally accredited?
Yes, our valuation team includes RICS-registered professionals with additional accreditations from CAAV and BIAC for specialist rural and agricultural valuations.
How do property auctions work?
We handle auction preparation, reserve price setting, marketing, and post-sale administration. Our team guides vendors through cataloguing properties and managing buyer communications.
Do you handle rural property matters?
Yes, our specialist rural team offers farm sales, land valuations, planning applications, and agricultural consultancy services with decades of sector-specific experience.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Kent and Sussex from multiple offices, serving both urban and rural locations with local market expertise.
How can I request a market appraisal?
Contact your local office or complete our online form to arrange a free market appraisal with a qualified property expert in your area.
Reviews (6)
Joanna Hillas-Smith
Feb 06, 2022
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I have not visited. I did request a property valuation some weeks ago but never heard back from them.
Celina Zomer
Dec 27, 2021
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Very friendly team at the Paddock Wood branch. Emily responded very quickly to all our queries. We are very happy with the professional approach and a good quality support we received. Thank you Emily!
Ryan T.
Oct 24, 2021
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We work as a contractor for Lambert & Foster and I must say its been a pleasure to deal with Sally-Anne and Lucy. Payments are prompt and always happy to help. - Ryan - Glazecraft
Janet Raeburn
Jul 11, 2021
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I highly recommend Gill Weavers of Lambert and Foster. The valuation was spot on, and the online marketing of our property was high quality and professional, and made our property stand out. Gill is very responsive, practical and ahead of the curve when it comes to selling. Gill was also very calm during the whole process, and I would not hesitate to use Gill again for any sale.
Jackie Wish
Jan 10, 2021
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I had a good experience with selling a house I inherited Ross Bains worked hard as did Sally and Wendy was also helpful. I would use again if I needed to.
Martin Coughlan
Feb 23, 2020
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Was shown around a lovely property first and put down a holding deposit. Came to an email later on late at night saying they had selected someone else. After many emails and phone calls to them about other properties they had listed but they never replied. We both have very secure respectable jobs. I can only fathom the fact that two men were looking to let was the issue. Still waiting for a reply or phone call back some months later however all settled in a nice new place with Sandersons who were great from start to finish.
