Carriages & Harness Auctions
About
The world-famous Reading Carriage Sales have been in operation for over 60 years. There are now three sales annually in Reading, with an additional one each summer in the north of England.
Over the years, carriages, sets of harness, sundry accoutrements and anything else related to the art of carriage driving have been bought and sold by clients from around the globe. Heavy Horse vehicles, harness, and related items are also included, plus general Saddlery & Tack.
As well as those looking to buy and sell their items, the sales provide an important meeting place for driving and equestrian enthusiasts. All sales will be online as well as live.
Auctions
Reading Carriage & Harness Auction
Live & Online
Date:
Wednesday 26th October 2022
Entries for the catalogue to be received by Friday 16th September
The online catalogue for this auction is not yet available
Sections:
Carriages (plus Heavy Horse Implements)
Sets of Harness
Vehicle Parts
Saddlery & Tack
Sundries
and Pictures, Models and Books
Carriage Auctions
BUSINESS FOR SALE – Fenix Competition & Disabled Carriages
THIMBLEBY & SHORLAND ARE DELIGHTED TO PRESENT A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE ONE OF THE BEST & MOST ESTABLISHED BRAND NAMES IN MODERN CARRIAGE BUILDING
Mark Broadbent started Fenix Carriages in 1975. As a successful competitor and experienced horseman himself, Mark identified a need for a new type of carriage that could withstand the rigours and different demands of the three phases of driving trials. The business has grown in response to the popularity of carriage driving and the Fenix brand has a reputation for excellence, customer service, longevity and innovation. Alongside building modern vehicles, Mark has built many traditional type carriages and in recent years has restored some of the most famous historic carriages in the UK. Due to the demands of the restoration business, Mark and Joanna have taken the difficult decision to offer for sale the modern carriage building side of Fenix.
The time demanded by the restoration side of the business, alongside busy teaching, judging and competition schedules, has meant that for the last few years the carriage building has not been marketed to the same extent as previously. However, there is still significant demand for them, in particular the innovative ‘Fenix Freedom’, the four-wheeled vehicle which can accommodate a wheelchair. Due to the shift in emphasis, Fenix have only produced a limited number of modern vehicles recently, but there is no doubt that with some marketing and a fresh approach there is tremendous potential to increase the manufacture of the Fenix range of carriages.
WHAT IS FOR SALE
The Fenix Competition & Disabled Carriages brand and name, plus any jigs, patterns, sketches, and components. There are also some demonstration vehicles, which can be used for scales, patterns and models, and Mark and Joanna will offer ongoing advice and support to the purchaser.
The Fenix Competition & Disabled Carriages range includes well-known vehicles such as Fenix Falcon; Fenix Pony Flyer; Fenix Dressage Phaeton; and Fenix Freedom.
For further information and expressions of interest, please contact Chris Boreham at Thimbleby & Shorland of Reading, Berkshire, Chartered Surveyors and Auctioneers.
Telephone: +44 (0) 118 950 8611 Email: chris@tsauction.co.uk
