The lockdown library which is attached to our Hockley office wall is a popular addition to our local shopping area with hundreds of books passing through the service every month. This month we had an additional donation of three hundred pounds worth of reading glasses. What a fine community we trade in.

At Amos we appreciate the bravery and selfless service provided by members of the Armed Forces and have always supported Armed Forces Day by displaying a flag from our Hockley office on the day of the annual event. This year was no different and one of our Directors, Colin MacLean also displayed flags at the Village Memorial in Thundersley.

We are delighted to welcome our newest member of staff to the lettings team, Maddie Kiddel. She will be working to support Thomas Neale our Director who heads up the property management team.

Our estate agency is more than delighted to support the Open Gardens 2023 fundraiser for Havens Hospices which sees great gardens across Hockley, Rochford and Canewdon open their gates to visitors on two days. Amos Estates provide the boards which are displayed outside the individual properties to attract visitors.

We support many, many local football teams, seeing youngsters out and about in the fresh air learning about team work, friendship and the highs and lows of sport is motivational to us all. This week we have financially contributed to the forthcoming Hawkwell Athletic tournament by advertising in the clubs tournament programme.

Whatever the technological advances with the advent of iPads, Kindles and Audio books nothing quite beats a good paperback. Our Hockley office have operated a 'Lockdown Library' outside our Spa Road, Hockley branch since, well the lockdown, hence the name!

Amos Estates are proud members of Hadleigh Community Group who have made such a significant difference in recent years to the appearance of the London Road shopping area with stunning flower baskets to brighten the Summer months in the Town.

We love being recognised by industry experts for our commitment to outstanding customer service and results. The announcement by Iceberg Digital of the prestigious Innovation Award has been celebrated by nearly all of our award winning staff this week, Tommy Butler has had other things on his mind!

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