Simon Charles runs weekly online furniture auctions covering the whole UK. Anyone can register a free account and bid on any lot, no trade account required, and lots are listed every week with hundreds of new sofas, beds, mattresses, dining furniture and homeware added.

A job lot auction sells goods grouped together, typically a pallet, box or cage of items, rather than as individual products. You bid on the whole lot, and the winning bidder takes everything in it. It's how most surplus, returns and clearance stock is sold to trade buyers.

Any item that has gone past the payment deadline and has not been paid for will now offered up to the underbidder at their final bidding price. This gives you the opportunity to grab an item you may have previously missed.

Second Chance lots are offered between 10 – 2 PM and must be selected and paid for during this time. Second Chance items will generate a new invoice when selected including all fees, the lots can not be added to a previous invoice.

You will be emailed if you have any second chance items to buy, or if you would like to check if any items are available, you simply need to check your account where the Second Chance option is now listed.

A clothing auction is an online sale where buyers bid on individual clothing items, shoes and accessories rather than paying a fixed retail price. At Simon Charles, our weekly clothing auctions feature thousands of new and pre-loved lots, including branded trainers, designer coats, handbags, wedding dresses and kids' shoes, with bidding typically starting at £1 per lot.

Unfortunately we are unable to remove bids, due to the instant impact that any bid can have on another bidder's own bids.

It is important to understand prior to placing a bid that it forms a binding contract, with the obligation to buy the product at that price if the bid is successful, as laid out in our Terms and Conditions of Sale.

If however you have placed a maximum bid on an item in error you may be able to alter that bid by placing a new maximum bid, at a lower price. Unfortunately, however, you will only be able to set the bid for the next available increment on this lot.

All the dates and catalogues for our upcoming live and online auctions can be found on our website, accessible through the auctions page or you can view by date.

If you want more information and to be kept up to date then why not sign up for email mailing list via the website, or you can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

Once you have registered with us for an account then when you are logged in to our website you will find a 'Watch List' tab at the top right hand side of your screen.

Using the watch list you can save lots that you are interested in from various online sales we host so that they are accessible in one easy to find place.

A furniture auction is an online or in-person sale where buyers bid on furniture lots, including sofas, beds, mattresses, dining sets and home accessories, rather than paying a fixed retail price. At Simon Charles, our weekly online furniture auctions feature new, ex-display, customer return and clearance stock from major UK retailers and brands, with bidding typically starting at £1 per lot.

Smaller lots marked "Postal" can be shipped within the UK. Pallets and bulk lots are collection only, you'll need to arrange transport from the saleroom. Each lot page shows the fulfilment option clearly before you bid.

No. Anyone can register a free account and bid on any lot, no business, trade account or buyer's deposit required. We welcome private buyers, landlords, resellers, traders and trade buyers alike.

Our furniture lots vary from brand new, typically boxed flatpack from clearance, surplus, end-of-line or ex-display stock. Some lots are customer returns or graded second-hand, but every lot description clearly states the condition and any known faults before you bid.

The vast majority of our clothing, shoe and accessory lots are marked Postal and can be shipped anywhere in mainland UK. Only a small number of bulk or oversized clothing lots are collection-only. The fulfilment option is shown clearly on every lot page before you bid.

Sizing varies week to week. Adult trainers typically range from UK 3 to UK 12, women's clothing from XS/UK 4 through to XL/UK 22, men's clothing from S/Small to XXL/Large, and kids' shoes from toddler sizes 4–6 through to older-child UK 13/1+. Each lot title and description shows the exact size, always check before bidding, as auction lots are non-returnable.

1. Go to the registration page fill in your details on the form provided. On completion of this form you will be sent an email to confirm your email address
2. Once you have signed in to your account you can register to bid using one of the buttons provided on the individual sales.
3. You will then be directed to our Auction Registration form. Fill all the details in as required you will need to verify your phone number and your address then click the Update Details button at the bottom
4. Once you have done this you will then need to read through the terms and conditions of the sale enter your password at the bottom and click the Complete Registration button provided.
5. You will then be directed to the sales auction catalogue where if it is an online sale you can bid for items under the individual lots.

Hammer prices vary by demand, brand and condition, but most lots start at £1 and many branded trainers sell for £10–£60, well below retail. Designer outerwear like Canada Goose and The North Face typically attracts more competitive bidding and higher final prices, though still significantly below high-street prices.

Placing a maximum bid is an easy way to ensure you remain in the running for an item you want without constantly monitoring the auction. Here’s everything you need to know about maximum bids and how to place one.

What is a Maximum Bid?

A maximum bid is the highest amount you’re willing to pay for an item in an auction. When you place a maximum bid, the system will automatically bid on your behalf in the smallest increments needed to keep you as the highest bidder, up to your maximum limit. If someone else places a higher bid, you’ll be notified, giving you the opportunity to increase your maximum bid if you wish.

Using this feature can save you time and ensure you don’t miss out on items you’re interested in, even if you’re not actively watching the auction.

How to Place a Maximum Bid

Follow these simple steps to place your maximum bid:

1. Find the lot you want to bid on
   Browse the auction listings to locate the item you’re interested in.
2. Click ‘Place Max Bid’
   On the item's page, look for the option to place a maximum bid and click it.
3. Enter your maximum bid amount
   Enter the highest price you’re willing to pay for the item. Remember, this is the maximum limit, not the starting bid.
4. Click ‘Place as Max Bid’
   Confirm your bid by clicking the button. The system will now bid on your behalf up to the amount you’ve set.

What Happens Next?

Once your maximum bid is placed, the system will:

• Automatically increase your bid if someone else places a lower one.
• Stop bidding if the current highest bid surpasses your maximum bid.
• Notify you if you’re outbid so you can decide whether to increase your bid.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact our support team.

Yes. Every lot page includes photographs and a description of the contents. We also run viewing days before each auction, check the auction listing page for current viewing times and the saleroom address.

No. Anyone can register a free account and bid. Our buyers include private resellers, hobbyists, market traders, small retailers and online sellers. You're not required to be VAT-registered or have a trading licence.