Meet the team at Duncan Yeardley

Callum followed his Dad into estate agency and has always had a passion for selling property. He started with work experience and went straight into the industry after leaving school, building on his experience in the local area over the past several years. Away from the office he enjoys watching and playing football with friends.

The thing I like best about my job is…
Having clients come back to me from a previous move and seeing the change in their lives, whether it be they’ve had a child and are now upsizing or the kids have flown the nest and they need to downsize.

Top of my bucket list is…
To go on a safari in South Africa.

My guilty pleasure is…
Escape rooms.

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be…
Mind reading.

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
James Bond.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Harry Potter.

Adele has worked within a sales environment for many years and was a Branch Manager for a corporate estate agency prior to joining Duncan Yeardley, which gave her an excellent understanding of the property sales process and helping people move. She has lived locally for most of her life, apart from three years spent living and working in Munich, Germany. Adele’s son, Oskar arrived in 2019 and certainly keeps his parents busy outside of work, when they enjoy days out and travel.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
To tackle the tough jobs first and the easy jobs last, that way you will get through the things you have to do a lot quicker!

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
A vet – until I found out that it wasn’t all about fluffy cuddles!

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Up at 6am with my young son supported by a large cup of coffee!

You might be surprised to know that…
I was once handcuffed and searched as a suspected threat to the royal family. You will be pleased to know that I was later released without charge after accidentally getting caught in the middle of a PETA campaign against the royals for using Canadian bears fur in the traditional guard hats.

The thing I like best about my job…
Are the people, whether that’s helping someone find their dream home, enabling their onward move or just offering some good advice that is well received and helps.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
My late father.

Oliver has been working in the property industry for nearly 20 years, having enjoyed running his own estate agency in his 20’s and working for independent estate agents. He takes great pride in being a leader and tries to inspire to the best of his ability. Oliver is a father of two, and lives with his wife and children, Ava and Bjorn, in Wokingham. His big passion is rugby, which he still plays occasionally, and he plays full time for South Berkshire Hockey.

What was your favourite TV show when growing up?
The Big Breakfast.

What would your dream house be like?
An eco home, with wood cladding, a strong Gable design and vaulted ceilings, with lots of glass, opening to a large jetty and floating deck leading out onto a private beach.

If you could have the power of teleportation, where would you go and why?
The Isle of Naboombu to get the star of Astoroth.

When I was younger, I wanted to be a…
Marine Biologist.

Top of my bucket list is…
To build my own home.

You might be surprised to know that…
I am a qualified water ski instructor with a boat licence.

Hannah started her career in estate agency at the age of 19 working in Maidenhead and has more than 20 years’ experience in all aspects of Lettings. Outside of work she likes to keep active, is a keen traveller and loves spending time with family and friends.

What do you like best about your job?
Building relationships with clients and helping staff develop their careers.

What might someone be surprised to know about you?
I am half Italian, hence the hair and height.

Guilty pleasures?
Shopping and eating chocolate!

My worst fashion mistake was…
A Rebock tracksuit and matching trainers!

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Sarah Jessica Parker.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
In bed with my cats Koki & Kiki.

Tom attended Garth Hill school in Bracknell and lives with his wife Heather and young children, Isla, Arthur and Olive. His calm and friendly nature makes him an ideal person to help guide clients through the moving process and his dedication, combined with an excellent knowledge of the local area and market, means he has a great ability to spot changing trends. He’s also extremely good at DIY!

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
The harder you work, the luckier you are.

My favourite word in the English language is…
Potato.

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be…
Being invisible.

One of my funniest memories is…
Hiding a walkie talkie in my mums handbag. My brother and I then sat in the car when she went into a shop and started shouting with a little voice “help, this women has stolen me”. Everyone in the shop was looking round, including my mum wondering where the voice was coming from. We then started on the fart noises etc and got louder and louder. It was getting awkward for everyone by this point and the shopkeeper was getting angry. My mum finally realised what was going on and left the shop and all her shopping. We thought we were going to get told off, but she was in hysterics with us.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Trying to convince my little ones it’s still bedtime, even if it isn’t.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
My grandad Bob.

Chantelle moved over to the UK from Cape Town, South Africa with her husband and daughter. She previously worked in Property Management and has many years of Admin and Management experience. When not at work, Chantelle and her family love to go camping and for walks. On less sunny days, you’ll find her curled up on the couch with a good book or a movie or baking something in the kitchen, always a cup of tea in hand.

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
A baker. I love to bake and even better when I am baking something with chocolate.

Worst fashion mistake was…
My bob haircut when I was 10 and the awful 90’s clothes that went with it. What was I thinking?

My guilty pleasures…
80’s music and boy bands from the 90’s. It always puts me in a good mood and gets me ready to dance.

One of my funniest memories is…
We were away camping in Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve in South Africa. I was sitting alongside the ocean by my caravan enjoying my morning tea and a rusk (a South African sort of morning biscuit). I had left the box of rusks sitting open on the table and a baboon came down off the side of the mountain, snuck in behind me and stole my box of rusks. He ran back up the mountain and sat and ate the whole box while looking at me. So I told him very loudly that they don’t taste very nice without tea.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
That if someone hasn’t earned the right to give an opinion about you then don’t let their opinion bother you.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Wrapped up in my dressing gown eating French toast and bacon with my family.

Helen is Nick’s sister and she successfully set up and established our Lettings Department back in 2013. Having spent much of her career prior to DY working in marketing, Helen now heads up our Marketing & Operations department. This suits her organisational skills, creativity and keen eye for detail perfectly! She loves taking long walks with her Labrador Finn and when time permits, travelling and visiting new places around the globe.

Top of my bucket list is…
To keep travelling, visit more new countries and ultimately, one day explore Europe in a (very comfortable!) camper van.

My guilty pleasure…
Ben & Jerry’s cookie dough ice cream. Probably best to just not buy it!

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
Less shy/more confident. Still working on it…

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be…
To help find a cure for cancer and dementia. Here’s hoping.

On Sunday morning, you can usually find me…
Up bright and early for a long dog walk in the countryside.

You might be surprised to know that…
One of my earliest qualifications as a teenager was as a Clarks trained shoe fitter. Ohh, all those back to school shoes!

Nick started his career as an estate agent in Bracknell after leaving school back in 1990. After taking over ownership of Duncan Yeardley in 2012, he has been ambitiously working hard to develop the business. He lives locally with Charlotte, who also works for DY, and their two teenage children.

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be…
To be able to fly with endless energy and distance.

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
An estate agent! Weird I know. At an earlier age I also remember wanting to be a car mechanic.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Hitting the trails and getting lost in Swinley Forest on my mountain bike.

Top of my bucket list is…
To explore more of the British Isles in our motorhome named ‘Elvis’.

My worst fashion mistake…
Still must be a multi-coloured Gucci shell suit. Why they would ever make a piece of clothing like this!

The thing I like best about my job is…
Supporting our fabulous team by giving them the best tools and helping them thrive and develop their skills.

Jessica started her career in estate agency at the age of 17, working in Reading, London and Bracknell, and has experience in all aspects of Lettings. Friendly and personable, she is happy to help clients and enjoys creating new relationships. Away from work she loves spending time with family, friends and her two cats but most importantly, online shopping!

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given…
Well it’s more of a quote! “She believed she could, so she did”.

My favourite word in the English language…
Well let’s keep this professional, shall we say ‘sleep’.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Snuggled up with my furbabies, Tinks and Theo!

My guilty pleasures are…
Sour cream Pringles and ketchup, YUM.

The thing I like best about my job is…
Building relationships with new people!

Tom has extensive knowledge of several areas and markets having worked across Berkshire throughout his career and has had particular success in helping to sell properties where other agents have failed. Tom is a first-time father to a beautiful baby girl and enjoys golfing and cooking. In fact, he’s a qualified chef and has previously run his own catering business.

What was your favourite TV show when growing up?
The Simpsons, hands down. Timeless like myself.

What would your dream house be like?
If there is an 18-hole golf course in the garden and a pub with sports on, it’s perfect.

What’s the weirdest food you’ve ever eaten?
Street food in India (still unsure on what I had to this day).

You have to sing karaoke, what song do you pick?
Fleetwood Mac, Chain. Best song ever made.

What is your favourite season of the year and why?
Summertime, for all the reasons Will Smith said.

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
A grown up and after hitting 30 I would much rather be younger again, vicious cycle.

Judy has lived in Bracknell all her life and resides near South Hill Park with her family, which includes two dogs and two cats. She is great with people and has a real talent for spotting the right home for her clients. She’s a property matchmaker! Outside of work she is always on the go – busy socialising and looking after her children and grandchildren.

First car?
Mini Clubman estate. On my first lesson I drove it into the garage door with my dad’s car parked inside!

Favourite film?
Grease. I have lost count how many times I’ve watched it.

The person you would most like to invite to dinner?
Strangely Chris Evans, the presenters of Sunday Brunch and Karl Pilkington.

Favourite holiday destination?
The Maldives.

First music you bought?
Meatloaf album.

Favourite food?
It would be easier to list my least favourite.

Ashleigh has been rocking the property world for nearly a decade now, having started fresh out of university where she studied Drama combined with Contemporary Dance and Choreography. What a dynamic combo! Ashleigh is a true Bracknell Forest native, having graced our wonderful town with her presence for all of her 30 years. When she’s not busy working, you can catch her enjoying local eateries or dancing – ballet, pointe, tap, contemporary, musical theatre – you name it, she’s got the moves!

Top of my bucket list is…
To travel across Canada on the coast to coast train.

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
A famous pop star!

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
At rehearsals with my musical theatre company, either getting ready for our summer musical or Christmas panto.

My guilty pleasures are…
Going out for dinner, a cosy pub evening, and watching Call the Midwife.

The thing I like best about my job is…
Making people’s dreams come true, when you find them their first home or forever home, there’s no feeling like it.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Eminem!

Prior to entering the world of property over a decade ago, Bradley was a fully trained Tiki Mixologist focussing on Caribbean tipples and extravagant fire & light explosive shows, a natural ‘people person’ with an entertaining edge!

Despite spending his working hours inside our clients’ delightful homes; in his spare time Bradley prefers to be exposed to the elements sheltering under canvas and the night sky, planning the hikes for the day to follow. If time (and weather!) permits, you may also find Bradley out on the golf course with friends and family.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
You never know what someone is going through – so always be kind and do not judge.

My worst fashion mistake was…
100% the orange camouflage cargo trousers, with a skin tight black wool jumper, beautifully matched with black Ugg boots. This was back in college, but I am still reminded to this day!

My favourite word in the English language is…
Indubitably – impossible to say without sounding very formal, but rarely called for as has many simple synonyms!

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Either waking up in a tent somewhere or at a car boot sale rummaging through golf related items or random antiquities.

One of my funniest memories is…
Finishing one of my final university exams to realise that I was so sleep deprived, I was dressed so erratically that I wasn’t even wearing a pair of shoes. I then forgot where I lived and had to hang around the library until I figured it out.

The thing I like best about my job…
The people. I barely finished reading the question before answering this. I get energy from good people, and am very lucky to have this both inside and out of the office. Seeing the smile or even sometimes tears of joy from a client getting where they need to be really makes the long hours we put in worth it, and more!

Mandy previously spent over 30 years working in the travel agency business, which gave her the opportunity to travel around the world collecting fond memories along the way. She prides herself on her friendly and attentive approach to sales and customer service, making her the perfect fit for Duncan Yeardley! In her spare time Mandy is a voluntary support worker for Youthline, a Bracknell-based charity, and also likes to watch football, eat cheese and travel.

My favourite word in the English language is…
Quintessential.

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be…
Teleportation.

One of my funniest memories is…
Once when a bit tipsy, I gate crashed past the audition queue of Britain’s Got Talent. I got to the holding room at the side of the stage. My friend then brought to my attention that I had no talent, so we both legged it in hysterics out the building!

My worst fashion mistake…
Was on several occasions leaving the ladies toilet with my dress tucked in the back of my knickers!

My guilty pleasures…
Are watching back to back, 90 Day Fiancé and Married at First Sight.

You might be surprised to know that…
I am actually quite shy.

Samantha has gained a rich tapestry of experience in both sales and lettings during her years in the property industry, working for both independent and corporate agents. Before her estate agency ventures, she worked in the entertainment industry in China as a voice actress and singer. Our team’s spectrum of skills has expanded yet again! Samantha lives with her family, which includes four lovely children who she relishes spending time with, alongside her love of cooking, singing, and learning languages and music production.

My favourite word in the English language is…
Amazing. I use this word a bit too much!

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
A pop star. Actually, I wanted to be Agnetha Faltskog from ABBA!

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Either in bed cocoon-like in my duvet watching TV with my kids, or hanging around one of Wokingham’s lovely coffee shops.

My guilty pleasures are…
Chocolate and ABBA!

Top of my bucket list is…
To see the Northern Lights in Svalbard.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Deborah Meaden. I think she’s a force to be reckoned with and I’d love the chance to sit and pick her brains for a few hours.

Anastasia is brilliant with people and loves creating new relationships. Perfect skills for her role at DY! Away from work she’s a keen gym bunny and enjoys taking her dog out on long walks, plus she’s a natural both in front of and behind the camera!

When I was younger I wanted to be…

A fashion stylist. Even now I still go around telling my family and friends what to wear and if they ever need advice they know who to come to. 

Top of my bucket list is…

A skydive in Dubai.

You might be surprised to know…

I am a Grade 8 singer. When I was 10 years old I performed at the Royal Albert Hall and went on a music tour through Barcelona in 2017.

On Sunday mornings you can usually find me…

Giving my dog a lovely long walk around Virginia Water.

Wiktoria loves spending time with her family and the family dog as well as going to the gym. She also loves trying new food.

What was your favourite TV show when growing up?

Scooby Doo.

What is your most used emoji?

Laughing emoji.

When I was younger, I wanted to be a…

Crime Scene Investigator

You might be surprised to know that…

I was a netball captain for six years.

What is your favourite season of the year and why?

Winter – I sleep better when it’s cool.

Karen’s experience within the housing industry spans over 30 years, working in both New Homes and residential sales. As our dedicated transaction support, she plays a crucial role in efficiently managing the journey from the acceptance of an offer to completion of the sale. Outside of work Karen enjoys spending quality time with her family, travelling, reading and current affairs.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
Create your own opportunities.

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
An actress.

Top of my bucket list is…
Currently, to go on a safari.

My guilty pleasures are…
Chocolate and cocktails.

The thing I like best about my job is…
Finding solutions.

You might be surprised to know that…
I was once a pub landlady.

When I was younger, I wanted to be…
Cabin crew for British Airways.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
In the kitchen, making a cup of tea before taking our dog Bailey out for a walk.

My worst fashion mistake…
The skinny eyebrow 90’s trend, my eyebrows will never be the same again!

My guilty pleasures are..
Eating takeaway and drinking wine.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Kathy Burke.

Vivien has worked in the lettings industry for five years, dealing directly with tenants and landlords. She understands the importance of delivering excellent customer service and finds it very rewarding matching tenants to the right properties. In her free time, Vivien loves spending time with her partner and young daughter, playing golf and cleaning the house!

My worst fashion mistake was…
When I was 15, a Juicy Couture tracksuit with black UGG boots.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
In bed with a cup of coffee watching Netflix.

My guilty pleasures are…
Chocolate and a Burger King.

You might be surprised to know that…
I’m half Spanish. My hair goes wild if I don’t style it!

The thing I like best about my job is…
Being able to provide great customer service to all of our clients.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Leonardo DiCaprio.

Liam attended school locally in Ascot and began his career in estate agency aged 18 in the Bracknell area. He has gone on to gain experience within the Maidenhead, Reading and Wokingham markets too. Building relationships is what Liam enjoys the most in his role, which gives him the opportunity to meet and help all kinds of people. Away from work, Liam enjoys playing football throughout the week and for a local Bracknell team on a Sunday (some say the next Sunday League Pirlo).

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
The way to get started is to quit talking and start doing.

Top of my bucket list is…
To travel around America and Australia.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
On a football pitch in all weathers – potentially a little jaded from the night before.

My guilty pleasures are…
Watching Super Sunday and the F1 whilst devouring a takeaway. Highly recommended.

The thing I like best about my job…
Helping and advising landlords on how to make the process of letting their property as stress-free as possible, and assuring tenants throughout the process so that it becomes an enjoyable and exciting experience.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Sir Alex Ferguson.

Jan has lived in the local area with her family for many years and loves spending quality time with friends and family. She has worked in Property Management for over 10 years and thoroughly enjoys it and all the exciting challenges that it brings.

My favourite word in the English language is…
Fabulous.

When I was younger, I wanted to be a…
A vet, but quickly realised that not all animals are cute and cuddly.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
In the garden with a coffee, especially on a sunny Autumn morning.

My guilty pleasures are…
A good glass of red wine whilst watching a Scandi Noir series.

The thing I like best about my job is…
That each day brings a new exciting challenge and I always strive to make a difference.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
Bradley Walsh, he would be such fun.

Liz has worked in property management for several years for both corporate to family-run businesses. She particularly enjoys the problem-solving aspects of the job and providing great service to our clients. Outside of work Liz enjoys spending time with family and friends and doing anything that allows her to be creative, from hair and make up to cooking, painting and drawing.

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift. That is why it is called the present.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Burrito’d in my duvet watching a good series. As on the 7th day he rested!

You might be surprised to know that…
I am a closet nerd. I play video games, watch anime and geek out on things like Marvel and star wars.

My guilty pleasure…
Terry’s chocolate orange.

The thing I like best about my job is…
Providing great customer service and building strong relationships with my landlords and tenants.

My worst fashion mistake was…
Although there have been many, one that stands out was wanting to look like sporty spice in the tracksuit with the crop top, but being a child with puppy fat it didn’t quite have the same effect.

Michelle has worked in property management for more than 15 years, originally dealing with Block Management. Prior to that she worked as a long haul stewardess for British Airways for many years. Away from work Michelle loves to travel, stay fit and walk her dog, Pebbles, who is a regular visitor to the office!

The best piece of advice I’ve ever been given is…
You reap what you sow.

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be…
To read minds.

When I was younger, I wanted to be a…
Barrister.

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Asleep.

My worst fashion mistake was…
A headband.

My guilty pleasure…
A spoon full of Nutella with hazelnuts mixed in.

Another family member working in the business. Charlotte looks after the accounts side of Duncan Yeardley. All those years watching Countdown paid off! She used to fly around the world as long haul cabin crew for Virgin Atlantic but life is now very different, taking care of two teenage children, two cats and a dog!

When I was younger I wanted to be…
An airline pilot.

On Sunday Mornings, you can find me…
Either in bed with a cup of tea or upcycling some furniture.

The person I’d most like to go for a drink with is…
My sister in Australia.

My guilty pleasures are…
Cheesy popcorn and TUC biscuits, which I cannot buy or I will eat a whole packet.

Top of my bucket list is…
Travel of any kind – Australia, Southern Italy, Mexico, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand. Give me a plane ticket anywhere and I’ll go!

My worst fashion mistake was…
A shell suit and green mascara. I was a teenager in the 90’s so there are too many to remember (although scarily some are coming back into fashion!).

The best thing about my job is…
The people, the ones I work with and the ones I meet along the way.

Charlotte has worked in estate agency for more than 10 years, and prior to that enjoyed several years working in recruitment. She lives in Bracknell with her partner, two daughters and their dog Coco. Charlotte enjoys going to the gym, skating with her eldest daughter and paddle boarding with the family. They all enjoy an active life!

Top of my bucket list is…
To go on the zip line in Wales over Penrhyn Slate Quarry. It’s the fastest zip line in the world!

My guilty pleasures are…
The gym and anything sweet!

On Sunday mornings, you can usually find me…
Awake early with my daughters, making pancakes and dancing in the kitchen.

You might be surprised to know that…
I used to play football for Chelsea Girls, I went for trials with them on my 13th birthday.

My favourite word in the English language is…
Phenomenal.

If I were a superhero, my superpower would be…
Invisibility and flight.