Auction Shipping and Delivery

Shipping

Hutchinson Scott offers in-house shipping for all items offered at auction to UK delivery addresses and for most items to international locations.

Find out how to obtain a pre-sale shipping quote, arrange delivery after an auction, add insurance or organise collection from our Skipton saleroom.

Shipping Collections
Before the Auction

Pre-sale shipping quotes

Generate a Quote

A tailor-made shipping quote for each lot can be generated based on your delivery location by clicking the shipping tab below every active lot.

View Quote Guide Guide showing how to generate a shipping quote on the Hutchinson Scott website

Shipping Unavailable

If a lot shows that shipping is unavailable, please contact us. We can help identify a suitable alternative delivery option.

Taxes and Customs

Shipping quotes do not include additional charges such as import taxes, customs fees or other destination-country costs.

Insurance

An insurance quote can only be provided after the item has been purchased.

After the Auction

Post-sale delivery arrangements

Shipping on Your Invoice

If you win a lot and a shipping cost has been pre-allocated, shipping will be added automatically when your invoice is created.

Multiple Purchases

If you purchase multiple lots, our shipping service will automatically combine the shipping costs to keep charges to a minimum.

Alternative Shipping

If shipping is not already included, contact us. We can arrange shipping in-house where possible or help identify a suitable shipper.

Buyer’s Authority

Every delivery must be arranged with the buyer’s authority. If someone is arranging collection or delivery for you, contact us to provide permission.

Before Paying Your Invoice

Check these important delivery details

Please resolve insurance and address changes before paying. Once payment is complete, the delivery process can begin.

Add Insurance

If you would like insurance, contact us before paying your invoice so the charge can be included.

More Information

Confirm the Delivery Address

The buyer is responsible for ensuring the delivery address is correct. If it differs from the billing address, contact us before paying so it can be amended.

Pay in Full

Your invoice must be paid in full before Hutchinson Scott or an authorised courier can make a delivery.

The buyer is responsible for paying bank charges. Failing to do so will cause a delay in receiving your item/s.

Terms & Conditions
Specialist Knowledge

Post-sale support from Megan Walker

Megan Walker, our Post Sales & Logistics Coordinator, helps buyers with collection, shipping and delivery arrangements after an auction.

From confirming delivery details and arranging third-party collections to coordinating larger items and international shipping enquiries, Megan helps make the post-sale process clear and straightforward.

Contact Our Team Collection Information
Megan Walker, Post Sales and Logistics Coordinator at Hutchinson Scott

UK Delivery Service

Van deliveries in the UK

Where we can ship large or fragile items, delivery will be made using our van service. The map above indicates the timescale in which we aim to deliver your item or items.

If our van service is unavailable for your location, the map will show a list of recommended shippers covering your area.

Once payment has been received in full, your delivery will be scheduled according to the estimated delivery time shown on the map. To receive your items as soon as possible, we recommend paying your invoice, including delivery, promptly after receipt.

What to expect from our delivery service

We will contact you within seven days of payment to confirm your delivery slot.

On the morning of delivery, you may receive a text message or email from our dispatch software, Spoke, confirming a two-hour time slot. Live tracking may also be available so you can follow our driver’s journey to your location.

Our van service is a white-glove service

Your items are safely packaged for transit and delivered door to door. Packaging is not provided for onward travel.

The service includes one delivery attempt by one person to a ground-floor room with no stairs. For larger items, please ensure suitable assistance and any necessary equipment are available at the delivery address for safe unloading.

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Insurance

Insurance for shipped purchases

Small items valued under £300 are insured by default through our parcel service, so no additional insurance is required.

For an individual item or combined total above £300, insurance is chargeable at 2.5% of the line total, subject to a minimum charge of £30.

For small items sent by Royal Mail, insurance can be increased to £750 for an additional £5 or up to £2,500 for an additional £10.

The insurance contract is between the buyer and the insurance broker. Hutchinson Scott acts only as an agent in arranging this service. If a claim is necessary, we can assist with the process but are not liable for the claim.

For full details of the available cover, please read the World Options Protection Plan and the Royal Mail postage compensation terms.

CITES and Restricted Items

Check licences, permits and destination requirements before bidding

Some lots may contain materials regulated by the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. These lots are marked with a † symbol.

Some items, including firearms and other restricted items, may require a valid licence or permit for ownership, import or export. Buyers must check the applicable laws before bidding. Missing documentation may delay or prevent shipment and may result in additional costs.

More CITES Information

Where applicable, CITES-restricted and ivory-exempt items will be accompanied by a current CITES Article 10 licence or Ivory Exemption Declaration. As required by UK law, the relevant licence or declaration number will be included in the original catalogue description.

CITES Article 10 licences and Ivory Exemption Declarations are non-transferable. Buyers intending to sell an item to a third party must apply for a new licence or declaration in their own name.

It is the sole responsibility of the buyer and/or their appointed shipping agent to obtain the appropriate CITES re-export and import licences for the destination country before shipping can take place.

Further information about CITES regulations is available at www.ukcites.gov.uk.

Saleroom Collection

Collections

Collect paid auction purchases from Hutchinson Scott at Embsay Mills, Monday to Friday between 10am and 4pm.

Shipping Collections
Collection Information

Collecting from our Skipton saleroom

Hutchinson Scott Auctioneers Ltd, Embsay Mills, Embsay, Skipton, BD23 6QR.

Opening Hours and Arrival

Collections are available between 10am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. We are located around the back of the Mill, where there is a small car park. Please come to reception when you arrive.

Payment Before Collection

All invoices must be paid before items can be collected. Payment may be made at the time of collection.

Advance Notice

No booking is necessary, but please let us know in advance where possible so your items can be prepared. Advance notice is especially important for larger items, allowing us to confirm whether help is available.

Vehicles and Lifting

Please ensure your collection or delivery method is suitable for the item, including a two-person service where required. We do not have heavy mechanical equipment for loading or unloading and may not have staff available to assist with lifting.

Third-Party Collection

If another person or company is collecting on your behalf, we require your prior authorisation before the item can be released.

Packaging

Items are not pre-packaged. The buyer is responsible for ensuring that the person collecting brings suitable packaging to transport every item safely.

Van Service

Our van service is a white-glove, door-to-door service. It includes one delivery attempt by one person to a ground-floor room with no stairs, and the transit packaging is not provided for onward travel.

Contact Us Before Collection
Visit Our Saleroom

No appointment is necessary

Our office is open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm if you would like to bring an item to us.

Hutchinson Scott Auctioneers, Embsay Mills, Embsay, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6QR.

Selling at Auction

Identification requirements

Proof of your name and address is required when selling an item at auction.

Our team will explain the next steps if your item is suitable for one of our sales.

Frequently Asked Questions

Auction Shipping, Delivery and Collection

Answers to common questions about Hutchinson Scott’s UK and international auction shipping, insurance, invoices, van delivery and collections.

Does Hutchinson Scott offer in-house auction shipping?

Yes. We offer in-house shipping for all items offered at auction to UK delivery addresses and for most items to international locations.

How do I obtain a shipping quote before bidding?

Open the shipping tab beneath the active lot and enter your delivery location to generate a tailor-made quote.

What should I do if shipping is shown as unavailable?

Contact our team before bidding. We can advise whether in-house shipping may be possible or help identify an appropriate alternative courier.

Can shipping be combined for multiple auction lots?

Yes. When you purchase multiple lots, our shipping service automatically combines the shipping costs to help keep charges to a minimum.

How do I add insurance to an auction delivery?

Insurance can only be quoted after purchase. Contact us before paying your invoice so any agreed insurance charge can be added.

Do international shipping quotes include taxes and customs?

No. Shipping quotes do not include import taxes, customs fees or other charges imposed by the destination country. These remain the buyer’s responsibility.

Can I change my delivery address after an auction?

If the delivery address differs from the billing address, contact us before paying your invoice so the delivery details can be amended.

When will my UK van delivery take place?

Once payment has been received in full, delivery will be scheduled according to the estimated timescale shown on the map. We will contact you within seven days of payment to confirm your delivery slot.

Can another person or courier collect my purchase?

Yes, but the delivery or collection must have the buyer’s authority. Contact us in advance to provide permission and agree the arrangements.

Ask a Shipping Question
Need Delivery Help?

Contact us about shipping or collection

Speak to Hutchinson Scott about a pre-sale quote, insurance, an address change, a large item, international shipping or collection from our Skipton saleroom.

Contact Our Team Call 01756 798333 Email Shipping Enquiries