Hutchinson Scott is an independent family-run firm of fine art auctioneers and valuers, founded in 1976 and based at Embsay Mills near Skipton, North Yorkshire.
We combine specialist knowledge with a personal, professional service for buyers, sellers, families and collectors.
Founder M. Philip H. Scott came from a Lakeland agricultural background and began his career in 1972 with Kendal & District Auction Mart as a junior auctioneer and valuer, selling livestock, general antiques and household furnishings.
After moving to Northallerton Auctions in 1975, Philip established Hutchinson Scott in 1976. The business developed through regular fine art auctions, general sales and memorable auctions of house contents held on clients’ premises.
Philip Scott begins his career as a junior auctioneer and valuer in Kendal.
Hutchinson Scott is founded and begins holding regular auctions in Northallerton.
Philip’s son Michael Scott and business partner Paul Hodson take the independent auction house forward.
Our saleroom is based at Embsay Mills in the Yorkshire village of Embsay, close to the market town of Skipton.
From our North Yorkshire home, we continue the personal and customer-friendly approach on which Hutchinson Scott was founded.
Hutchinson Scott Auctioneers, Embsay Mills, Embsay, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6QR.
Our office is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.
Hutchinson Scott holds fine art and antiques auctions, including Country House Sales and specialist sales of fine clocks, horological items, barometers and scientific instruments.
Carefully catalogued auctions featuring fine art, antiques, furniture and collectable objects.
Dedicated expertise in fine clocks, horology, barometers and scientific instruments.
Valuations for insurance, probate and family division, with detailed illustrated inventories where required.
Pre-sale appraisals and auction valuations are offered free of charge.
Answers to common questions about our Yorkshire auction house, saleroom and services.
Hutchinson Scott was founded in 1976 by auctioneer and valuer M. Philip H. Scott.
Yes. Hutchinson Scott is an independent, family-run firm of fine art auctioneers and valuers.
Our saleroom is at Embsay Mills, Embsay, near Skipton in North Yorkshire, postcode BD23 6QR.
We hold fine art and antiques auctions, Country House Sales and specialist auctions covering areas including clocks, horology, barometers and scientific instruments.
Yes. Pre-sale appraisals and initial auction valuations are offered free of charge.
Yes. We offer professional valuations for insurance, probate and family division, including detailed illustrated inventories where required.
Contact our team or visit our North Yorkshire saleroom at Embsay Mills.