Stephen has extensive experience in selling property across Somerset, Wiltshire and South Gloucestershire. As one of the founding directors of Hunter French, he thrives on keeping our clients and team happy.

Out of work Stephen is kept busy with two young sons and is a real family man. When he gets the chance, you will find him sat by a river with a fishing rod, or walking the family (and office) dog Bernie.

Jake has a strong sales background and sensible head on his shoulders. He grew up in Bath so is a real advocate of the local area.

In his spare time he enjoys spending as much time outdoors in the countryside as possible, and also plays football for a local 5-aside team.

Polly is a passionate and personable Negotiator. She has always lived in Bath, and her knowledge and love of the City shine through. As a mother of 3 young children she is extremely organised and used to multitasking.

Outside of work she spends her time with her family enjoying the beautiful City surrounds, she also indulges in a daily battle with her never ending laundry pile!

Josh is our newest addition to the Bath office and brings with him the enthusiasm of youth but he also has a very mature head on his shoulders. When he is not dashing between appointments Josh is a marshal and mentor for an under 17 driving club which is a huge responsibility but something he feels very passionately about giving him the opportunity to help young people to go through the same training to become a safer driver. He already holds an advanced driving qualification.

Jacob opened the Corsham office in August of 2007, having worked previously for a corporate agent. Jacob is passionate about providing a personal service, and his immense property knowledge makes him the best port of call for advice.

Whether it’s an evening spent at home, a weekend on the coast, or an adventure to an exciting new destination, Jacob loves spending time with his wife and two young children.

As a local agent who has spent the last 13 years in the property industry, Dan has accrued a wealth of knowledge and experience that now proves an invaluable service to clients. Offering a considered approach partnered with an in-depth knowledge of property and the technicalities of the sales process, Dan provides the dynamic and tailored service needed to deal with a range of different residential property, farm and land sales. Having sold properties in some of the most prestigious addresses in the area, Dan enjoys the day-to-day of looking after the office and listing properties in this historic town that he loves to serve!

In the moments away from work, Dan enjoys playing competitive football and exploring the countryside, both of which are often rounded off with a lovely pub lunch!

Simon began his career with Hunter French in Bath before moving to our Corsham office in 2017. He has a welcoming and an approachable character, meeting clients and finding them their dream home is a particular highlight of his.

In his spare time, Simon is a keen skier and cyclist and he can also be found exploring Corsham countryside on dog walks.

Alongside working with Hunter French, Simon is also a Retained Firefighter at Corsham Fire Station.

I changed career paths several years ago and I haven’t looked back since. I enjoy the challenges and opportunities that my negotiator role presents me with each day, and you will often see me working closely alongside the office sidekick, Poppy the Pomeranian! Having grown up near Corsham and played for the local football teams I relish working in the town that I love and know so well, and speaking a second language has helped me serve a wide range of purchasers and Vendors whose sales I’ve successfully handled through my career.

John is the business owner and had been an estate agent for over forty years. With thirty of those working in the Devizes market. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge and has probably been inside most houses in the town and the surrounding villages. John lives locally and in his spare time he enjoys performing in the annual Potterne pantomime and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He is also a self-confessed petrol head and owns a classic Sports car.

Claire came to work for Hunter French after popping in to buy a house, it must have been fate. She started work in August 2013 as a Sales Negotiator and after taking to it like a duck to water quickly progressed to Senior Sales Negotiator in March 2015, and then Sales Manager in April 2016, and has fully embraced each role and has successfully completed her Level 3 qualification in Estate Agency. Claire can be found chatting with Buyers, sellers, solicitors, and everyone in between keeping your sale on track. When not at work Claire enjoys spending time with her family, travelling and always makes time for a trip to the mountains with her board.

Tom has been with Hunter French in Devizes since September 2014 and started working as an apprentice, successfully completing both level 2 and 3 in Estate Agency. Since then Tom has gained a wealth of local knowledge and experience and in 2020 progressed to Assistant Sales Manager. He particularly enjoys valuing all the quirky and characterful properties the historic town has to offer. At the weekends you will either find Tom having a day out with his wife and son or relaxing next to a fishing lake.

Ryan joined Hunter French in June 2018 through the apprenticeship scheme to complete and work towards his NVQ in Estate Agency. Since then he has got his level 2 and 3 qualifications as well as learning the ins and outs of day to day tasks, carrying out viewings, building relationships and even valuing which he began in 2022. After five years in the office Ryan has moved up to a Senior Sales Negotiator and has his own portfolio of properties, clients, contacts and responsibilities to manage. Out of the office you will find Ryan on the golf course, at the gym or relaxing with his friends.

Beth thoroughly enjoys being a part of the team at Hunter French Devizes. She is currently working towards obtaining her Level 2 qualification in Estate Agency. In her spare time she enjoys meeting up with friends, reading and a little retail therapy from time to time.

Billy joined our Frome office in 2023, he has also worked in our Bath office. He spent time working for another agent which has created a wealth of knowledge about the property market. Whilst he lives in Bath he has enjoyed getting to know Frome. Away from work Billy loves to spend time with is wife, baby and their Cockapoo Jasper.

Hannah grew up in Devizes and joined Hunter French Bath in May 2012. She began working in our Frome office in 2018 and loves all the shops and café’s on Catherine Hill. Away from work life she is currently enjoying gardening, decorating her house with her husband and making sure their Cockapoo puppy doesn’t get into mischief.

Growing up between Bath and Frome, Lily has over last 20 years, seen the transformation of Frome into the creative and vibrant place it now is. Her creative streak homed in a art and design education will see the potential in most things. Lily has been with Hunter French since 2020 and her joy in matching people to the right property has made her a vital member of the team. Carrying out viewings, valuations, and sales negotiating.

Jane graduated from Central Saint Martins School of Art with a degree in jewellery design and silversmithing. She continued to live and work in London before moving to Frome with her husband and young family. As the daughter of an architect, she has always had a keen interest in property and is inspired by living and working in this historic market town. Jane has been working for the Frome branch of Hunter French since January 2014.

Kayleigh grew up in Frome, and studied law at Portsmouth university, having finished her degree she is now enjoying living back in the countryside and has recently brought her first home with her partner. Her father works within property, so she has always had an insight into the property world. She is currently on maternity and enjoying motherhood. We can’t wait to have her back in the office soon.

Sam is a true Cotswolds local, growing up on a farm on the Gloucestershire/Wiltshire borders. He initially started with Hunter French in 2010 at the Bath office where he spent just under 8 years, progressing to Sales Manager.

More recently he has worked for a larger country agency in Cirencester but in June 2018, was extremely excited to be back to his roots as the most recent Director, opening the Tetbury office. Knowledge of the local market is Sam’s forte, and customers love him for his down-to-earth approach and his natural ability to build professional, yet friendly relationships with both vendors and purchasers. In April 2024, Sam in partnership with Julia jointly opened Hunter French’s next office in Wotton-under-Edge.

When he’s not busy selling houses, Sam enjoys weekends walking the Cotswold countryside with his wife and his German Pointer, Hamish.

Jamie started his Estate Agency career at Hunter French in Bath as an apprentice. After a small break working and travelling Australia and New Zealand, he has now been working in the Tetbury office since 2020. He has over 5 years’ experience within the industry and a great knowledge of the South Cotswolds.

As part of his position as Sales Manager, Jamie carries out all aspects of the job including market appraisals, viewings and sales progression, meaning he can assist with all aspects of the sales process from start to finish. He enjoys seeing the fantastic range of properties across the Cotswolds and helping clients both move in and around the area.

Away from Estate Agency, Jamie is a keen cricketer for a local team and likes to play golf at the many highly regarded golf courses in the area.

Rachel has a wealth of experience from working for large Global Organisations to small family businesses over the past 25 years. She prides herself on great communication/organisational skills and enjoys working in a team environment. Rachel relocated from Surrey 10 years ago and loves living in Wiltshire. She has gained a lot of knowledge of the local towns and surrounding areas. Her passions are travel, gardening and spending time with her son.

Hannah started her property career in a corporate environment 5 years ago and has since worked in independent agencies across Bristol. She relocated to the Cotswolds at the start of 2024 and settled very well into the team here in Tetbury in June as a Senior Negotiator.

Outside of work, Hannah loves to keep active, and enjoys spending time with her friends, family and partner.

Hamish joined the office in January 2021 and is in charge of keeping all our lovely customers happy. He can be found front of house most days ensuring the window displays look fresh.

Away from the office he enjoys lots of walks and lazy Sunday afternoons.

Julia has been an estate agent in the Cotswolds for just over ten years and has worked alongside Sam for most of this time. Her property career started working for a national estate agent in Cirencester where Sam was too. Sam went on to set up Hunter French Tetbury and in 2018 and she was delighted to be asked to join him a year later as his first employee. It has certainly been wonderful to watch the business grow and establish over the last six years. Ready for a new opportunity, Julia is thrilled to now be in partnership with Sam opening the doors to their jointly owned new office in the charming market town of Wotton-under-Edge.

Living close to Wotton-under-Edge Julia has built an extensive knowledge of the area and has dealt with a wide range of properties across the region. Her aim is to make buying and selling an enjoyable experience, offering a friendly and professional approach.

Sam is a true Cotswolds local, growing up on a farm on the Gloucestershire/Wiltshire borders. He initially started with Hunter French in 2010 at the Bath office where he spent just under 8 years, progressing to Sales Manager.

More recently he has worked for a larger country agency in Cirencester but in June 2018, was extremely excited to be back to his roots as the most recent Director, opening the Tetbury office. Knowledge of the local market is Sam’s forte, and customers love him for his down-to-earth approach and his natural ability to build professional, yet friendly relationships with both vendors and purchasers.

In April 2024, Sam in partnership with Julia jointly opened Hunter French’s next office in Wotton-under-Edge where they are both super excited to get involved and become part of the town.

When he’s not busy selling houses, Sam enjoys weekends walking the Cotswold countryside with his wife and his German Pointer, Hamish.