Meet the experts

Cathy Connor

Branch Manager, Stockton Heath

Cathy has a wealth of property experience. From running the sales teams at a national estate agency, and more recently Sales Manager locally.

Adelle Dutton

Sales Negotiator, St Helens

I’ve worked at Ashtons for 14 years and love helping people find their dream home. Seeing clients happy at the end of their journey is the most rewarding part of my job, and nothing is ever too much trouble when it comes to delivering the best service and support.

Nicola Campbell

Property Maintenance, St Helens

Nicola has over 8 years of lettings and sales experience and is now an integral part of our St Helens Rental Team.

Lindsay Adams

Sales Negotiator, Newton-le-Willows

Lindsay has a wealth of sales experience from within and outside the property industry. Her happy, can-do attitude welcomes you at our Newton Office.

Joanne Bibby

Sales Negotiator, Culcheth

Bringing years of Estate Agency experience Joanne looks after our sales across the WA3 area. Attention to detail and a warm welcome is Joannes speciality!

Rob Ablewhite

Branch Manager, Widnes

Rob's career spans over 17 years in Estate Agency. Working for a national corporate estate agency his knowledge and local understanding is paramount.

Megan Coleman

Lettings Manager, Lettings

As Lettings Manager, Megan is the main point of contact for all new landlords, delivering a professional and welcoming service at all valuations.

Sinead Brown

Sales Negotiator, Ashton-in-Makerfield

Sinead brings plenty of experience to the team having worked previously at a local estate agent. Always smiling and willing to go the extra mile.

Julie Rowley

Sales Negotiator, Leigh

I started a career in sales before moving into new homes sales in 2005, then transitioned into estate agency in 2009, building strong experience in property, client relationships, and negotiation along the way.

Molly Paterson

Sales Negotiator, Stockton Heath

Molly has an enthusiastic and approachable personality which makes her a brilliant point of contact for front-of-house Stockton Heath.

Charlotte Gee

Mortgage Advisor

Charlotte is within our Admin team but soon progressed to a Mortgage Advisor.

Stacey Ansbro

Branch Manager, Ashton-in-Makerfield

Stacey began working for Ashtons in 2012, having a strong Lettings & Sales background. Stacey property knowledge is far reaching.

Simon Shepherd

Branch Manager, Newton-le-Willows

Simon has been with Ashton since April 2013 and brings more than 23 years’ experience in estate agency. As Branch Manager, he is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the office and carrying out property valuations.

Andrea Travies

Sales Negotiator, Widnes

With a Conveyancing background, Andreas experience is undeniable. Joining our Widnes team in Summer 2023.

Amy Derbyshire

Property Valuer, Padgate

Joining Ashtons from a leading Manchester Independent Estate Agency bringing plenty of experienced to our established team.

Nicola Middlehurst

Sales Negotiator, Eccleston

Nicola lives, loves and thrives all things property. A local Eccleston resident – she knows every road and every price!

Charley Sanders

Sales Negotiator, Great Sankey

Charley has worked in the property industry for 6 years and is a valued member of the team thanks to her warm personality and dedication to clients. Outside of work, she is preparing for an exciting new chapter as she expands her family with the arrival of a baby girl this summer.

Colin Prunty

Financial Consultant, Eccleston

Colin brings with him a wealth of experience. From working at large corporate agencies to small independents his knowledge is unbeatable.

Nicky Stuthridge

Lettings Manager, St Helens

Before joining Ashtons in January 2016, Nicky worked as a Lettings negotiator for over 4 years at PPM. Nicky brought a wealth of experience to Ashtons.

Steve Price

Managing Director, Land & New Homes

With 40 years experience initially selling Business to Business however, for the past 10 years it has been in the property world being one of the Founders.

John Chivers

Financial Consultant, Ashton-in-Makerfield

Hard working, energetic and dedicated with vast experience of dealing with Mortgages and Protection.

Jonathan Frith

Property Valuer, St Helens

Jonathan has worked with Ashtons Estate Agents since 2017 and has developed a real passion for property marketing and how great presentation can genuinely impact a vendor’s moving journey. From standout photography and cinematic videos to strategic pre-marketing campaigns, Jonathan loves helping properties reach their full potential and creating the best possible experience for clients moving home.

Lisa Nicolls

Mortgage Advisor, Widnes

Lisa has been a Protection Adviser for the last 5 years, joining AFS in October 2016. Lisa brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Emily Taylor

Branch Manager, Widnes

Emily learnt her property knowledge at a large corporate Estate Agency and joined us in early 2016. Her passion is evident from your first meeting.

Nick Johnson

Managing Director

A common sight in our Stockton Heath office is our branch manager Nick, he has been with Ashtons since the day we opened and loves all things property.

Mollie McGuire

Property Manager, Lettings

Being the longest serving Lettings member of staff, Mollie is now fully qualified at NVQ Level 2 and 3 of Residential Lettings and Property Management.

Mike Harrison

Branch Manager, Great Sankey

Approaching 20 years with Ashtons, Michael is a highly experienced and knowledgeable member of the team. NFOPP Level 3 qualified, he lives and works locally in WA5 with his family and has built strong connections within the community over the years. Ashtons’ very first employee, Michael has been part of the company’s journey from the very beginning.

Leanne Kelly

Branch Manager, Padgate

She attended Glasgow Caledonian University, graduating with a distinction & began her Estate Agency life in 1999 working for a corporate agent in Glasgow.

Katy Massey

Sales Negotiator, Padgate

Katy's personal service to her clients and making sure that everything runs as smoothly as possible.

Kristian Derrick

Managing Director

One of the founders of Ashtons and interestingly designed the original iconic Ashtons logo which is still used today.

Demi Johnson

Lettings Valuer, Lettings

Demi's positive, fun attitude is a perfect fit for our busy lettings team. Based in our Padgate Office and covering the whole of Warrington.

Ellie Bailey

Property Valuer, Padgate

Armed with over 10 years of property experience, from property specialist at 'Urban Splash' to the head of lettings at 'Julian Wadden, Manchester.

Wendy Price

Head of Accounts, Accounts

Wendy is the head of the family and makes sure all our accounts are ship-shape! When not counting, Wendy is usually shopping!

Faye Price

Mortgage Administration, Accounts

Faye joined Ashtons in 2008 as a Sales Negotiator within the Padgate branch and returned within the FS team in 2016.

Amy Kessler

Sales Negotiator, Great Sankey

With 13 years in the property industry, Amy brings a wealth of experience and a friendly, approachable style to the Great Sankey branch. Known as the jet-setter of the team, she’s always planning her next adventure and loves a good holiday whenever she gets the chance.

Ellie Bartrop

Sales Negotiator, Stockton Heath

Ellie has a breadth of experience in the property industry and brings that knowledge to Ashtons.

Kerys Fairhurst

Sales Negotiator, Leigh

Kerys joined Ashtons as a Sales Negotiator in 2025 and brings a friendly, professional approach to supporting clients at every stage of their property journey.

Mollie Candland

Sales Negotiator, Leigh

Mollie joined the property industry in 2022 after working in student accommodation and quickly found a passion for estate agency. Coming from a family-run estate agency background, she now brings four years of sales negotiation experience.

Richard Bancroft

Branch Manager, Culcheth

Will Dugdale

Sales Negotiator, Culcheth

Glenn Westwood

Mortgage Advisor, Newton-le-Willows

Katie Metcalfe

Lettings Negotiator, Lettings

James Bishop

Sales Negotiator, Ashton-in-Makerfield

Andrew Pearce

Lettings Negotiator, St Helens

Lisa Gregory

Sales Negotiator, St Helens

Kelly Macpherson

Sales Negotiator, Eccleston

Maddy Gough

Sales Negotiator, St Helens

Olivia Murphy

Sales Negotiator, Ashton-in-Makerfield

Shannon Anderson

Sales Negotiator, Widnes

Beth Keeley

Sales Negotiator, Widnes

Bethany Rogers

Sales Negotiator, Great Sankey

Bethany has spent the last 3 years building her experience within the property industry. Young, enthusiastic, and always eager to help, she brings great energy to the office. A huge dog lover, Bethany has two dogs of her own who keep her busy outside of work.

Emma Bonney

Branch Manager, Leigh

Emma Bonney brings a wealth of experience spanning over 17 years, her extensive local knowledge of the Leigh & Surrounding area makes her a trusted and valued part of the community. As Manager of the Leigh office, Emma is the main point of contact and the friendly face you will meet for your property valuations, always offering a personable and approachable service tailored to each client’s needs.

Matt Farmer

Mortgage Advisor, Leigh

Mollie Howden

Sales Negotiator, Liverpool

Sophie Williams

Sales Negotiator, Widnes

Aimee Dagnall

Mortgage Advisor, St Helens

Yaz Shaw

Mortgage Advisor, Padgate

Maddy Turner

Sales Negotiator, Padgate

Luca Povey

Sales Negotiator, Stockton Heath

Chris Taylor

Mortgage Advisor

Martin Wooton

Photographer

Rachael Williams

Photographer

Katy Mercer

Mortgage Advisor, Stockton Heath

Ciaran Wilkinson

Director, Mortgages