About us
We are a highly experienced, well-respected and independent estate agency specialising in property sales throughout North Wales.
How it all began
Our story began back in 1973, when Peter’s first venture into the property industry saw him take up a post at a local estate agency before moving on to one of the U.K’s largest property groups in 1987.
Peter’s experience with a local agency and then a national brand inspired him to create an offer combining the best aspects of both. Fast forward to 1992 and Peter Large Estate Agents was born, which is now run alongside his wife Avril and an expert team across three offices.
Peter has lived in North Wales for the best part of sixty years, during which time he has become deeply embedded in the fabric of those communities and built meaningful relationships with their residents. He has seen more than his fair share of homes, of course.
Our Vision
Our vision has always been the same: apply our experience, expertise and intricate knowledge of the local marketplace to become the area’s most trusted agent.
Whether a buyer, seller or developer, we combine decades of experience with contemporary technology and techniques to provide an unrivalled service to our customers. It’s all underpinned by a feeling of trust and reputation in our local communities.
Giving back
Giving back matters to us. For more details about who we support, take a look at our Charities and Community page.
Meet the team across our offices in Prestatyn, Rhyl and Abergele
Directors
Avril and Peter Large
We first opened our doors 30 years ago with lots of good wishes for our success. Move forward to today, after thousands of successful property transactions achieved and it is clear to see that we continue to thrive. We have stayed with our simple principal of aspiring to provide the best service in Estate Agency within our community.
We count ourselves lucky that we have built a strong talented team, handpicked individuals who are equally as passionate as us. We all work hard to stay at the top of our profession.
When time permits, we escape in ‘Flo’ our motorhome and like nothing better than hiking and biking in the beautiful countryside of the UK. After all, ‘all work and no play’ can be dull and charging ones batteries is key to maintaining a lifetime of enthusiasm.
Senior Manager
Sandra Hughes
Sandra Hughes is our Senior Manager and Branch Manager in Rhyl Office and in her 25th year with us. Her motto: “Proud and loyal to her home town of Rhyl makes for an ideal Estate Agent” She is a member of the National Association of Estate Agents, and a Qualified Domestic Energy Assessor. Sandra is grandmother to 12 beautiful little ones who keep her very busy yet she always finds time for her clients. Someone you can depend upon in every situation.
Senior Sales Negotiator
Leanne Harris
Leanne joined the Rhyl team having previously worked for a national corporate company, she has established herself as a key member in the office. A hugely positive influence, she brings a wealth of knowledge, is professional yet extremely approachable and is very eager to help anyone who walks through our door or gives us a call. Her favourite part of her role is meeting new people and ultimately, helping them in the buying or selling process. Outside of the office, her pastimes include getting out for a good walk in the North Wales countryside and she is also a big Harry Potter fan!
Sales Administrator
Hayley Bardsley
Hayley is one of the ‘Originals’ at Peter Large and has been with the company many years. She really is part of the furniture! Attention to detail is what she certainly has and our fabulous new Sales Particulars’ are prepared and published by her daily! Hayley is a keen cyclist and is often seen riding along the North Wales Coast.
Sales Administrator
Stephanie Powell
Steph provides solid administration skills to the team and prides herself on the quality of her sales particulars which she helps to produce. Having joined us 4 years ago from the civil service she ticks all the boxes! With a teenager at home her life is busy but she always manages to find time for others, loves her animals and helps her friends with their horses.
Branch Manager
Pam Smedley
Pam joined the company as an office junior back she was 18 (many moons ago)! and has since returned and progressed to Manager. With over 25 years experience there is nothing she doesn’t know about buying or selling a property. She oversees the day to day running of the office and her professional, patient demeanour makes her perfectly suited to the role. Priding herself on the knowledge of the area and property market she loves all things property (and Gin)!!. When Pam isn’t working, she can be found on a football pitch watching her son play football or out walking her dog along the sandy beaches and beautiful countryside the area has to offer.
Assistant Manager
Anita Hilton
Originally from Ruthin Anita started her first job as an office junior in a corporate estate agency. She then joined Peter Large 22 years ago and now has 29 years experience in the industry. She covers all aspects of the profession from valuations, measures, floor plans, sales negotiating, monitoring sales through to completion and all aspects of administration. She feels that there is no job that can offer such versatility and she endeavours to provide a professional, friendly and efficient service to our clients. Outside of work she is dedicated to her family, an understanding husband and her son who is she is extremely proud of.
Sales Negotiator
Lesley Smith
Lesley joined Peter Large Lettings at Rhyl in 2013 later moving over to residential sales. Prestatyn is her home town and she knows the area inside out. She enjoys all aspects of her negotiators roll and loves matching the people to the properties. When she can she takes to travel and the solitude of a good book. Her family and friends all live close by and socialising with them is always on the agenda.
Branch Manager
Darren Caunce
Darren joined Peter Large in 2006 before leaving to study for a (BSC) Hons in Real Estate at Sheffield University, where he achieved a commendable 2.1 degree. He re-joined the team in 2018 after working as an Energy Assessor and then a Senior Sales progressor for a leading corporate company, where he learnt to be extremely proficient at keeping both his vendor and buyer clients well informed at all times. Darren is a resident of Abergele and attended both junior and senior schools within the town. His local geographical knowledge and history of the area is amazing, he really is a fountain of information. He enjoys the diversity of the job, from speaking to people on a daily basis, to agreeing a sale. In his words: ’There is nothing more satisfying than helping a buyer find their ideal home and a seller to move on to new horizons’. As a member of the National Trust, in his free time, Darren enjoys exploring and getting outdoors, including taking part in water sports, such as kayaking. He is also an avid Harry Potter fan and when he was younger, once sang in front of Royalty!
Senior Sales Negotiator
Jackie Roberts
Jackie is the ‘people’s person’, her customer service skills are second to none. She loves doing accompanied viewings and is well liked and very popular with all our customers. Jackie enjoys a good debate, is very strong willed and will always get the best result ! She has been with Peter Large for 10yrs, is a long term resident of the town and loves the fact that no 2 days are the same. Meeting people and helping them find their dream home is her mission. Her hobbies include tending to her various small holding animals including numerous chickens… An overall good egg!
Sales Negotiator
Samantha Simmonds
Sam is a relatively new recruit with 2yrs at Peter Large under her belt. She has really taken to the role and loves the fact that she can help and guide people through one of the major milestones in their life. Sam cares about people and in her spare time is a volunteer for a homeless shelter in Colwyn Bay. She loves embarking on new adventures, is a big fan of musical theatre and one of her claims to fame is that she appeared in Coronation Street as a child actor age 10yr
Hear from our customers and clients
5 out of 5
Thank you all for the most pleasant transaction. We can now live in our peaceful home forever
Aggy & Neil – Rhyl March 2023
5 out of 5
Thank you for your help. One of the most professional and efficient Estate Agents we have used over the years.
Alan & Chris – Abergele
5 out of 5
Dear Pam Ryan & Anita Thanks so much for all your help. We can’t wait to finally move in.
Becky & Adam – Prestatyn
5 out of 5
Thank you so much Lesley for helping us to find our new home
Bob & Joanne – Prestatyn
5 out of 5
Thank you for making our first ever sale so stress free we can’t thank you enough
Chad, Sophie & Harrison – Abergele Jan 22
5 out of 5
To Sandra, Leanne Hayley and all the team at Peter Large, Thank you for all your hard work and help in the sale of our property. You are appreciated greatly.
Darren Debbie and Charlotte – Rhyl
5 out of 5
Very happy with Peter Large Estate agents and all the staff. Got things moving very fast I would recommend them to all my family and friends to buy in the future or re/sell
David Graham – Rhyl Sept 21
5 out of 5
Having now dealt with every Estate Agent in Rhyl, I am pretty confident in asserting that Peter Large is head and shoulders above the rest
Dr James W Travers – Rhyl
5 out of 5
Thank you so much everyone. Its been a long journey, so thanks for your time and shoe leather!
Ed & Sarah – Prestatyn March 2023
5 out of 5
Sold a bungalow through Peter Large January 2022. Had regular updates. Smooth transaction. Many thanks
Hilary Bradbury – Rhyl Jan 22
5 out of 5
Thanks so much for selling our house. You’ve all walked the extra mile and we really appreciate it.
Julie and Ian – Abergele
5 out of 5
To Peter Large and all the staff at Prestatyn, Let me thank you all for the work you have done over the months to sort No.9. My heart was set on this property from the very start I set my eyes on it and you let it happen to me. Thank you all so much all of you, Keep Safe,
Juliet – Prestatyn
5 out of 5
Thank you for what you have done for us. Your customer service is outstanding. Enjoy this gift from us
Karen & Andrew – Prestatyn Nov 2022
5 out of 5
To Darren & your team, thank you for doing a great job . We got there in the end!
Lesley and Russel Page – Abergele
5 out of 5
I have dealt with Peter Large Abergele on two recent purchases and they have been fabulous. All the staff are very professional and friendly. I dealt mainly with Alice, Darren abs Jackie they were all very knowledgeable. They have gone above and beyond to arrange viewings and assist with a speedy and smooth transaction. I cannot recommend them highly enough. They would be the first agent I would contact for any property transactions.
Linda Lewis – Abergele Jan 22
5 out of 5
The team at Peter Large have done a great job with both lettings and lately the sale of my property in North Wales. They are efficient, effective and always professional.
Mark P.- Abergele Mar 23
5 out of 5
Thank you Peter Large and team for all the help and understanding we have received from you, you was all so helpful with selling our house.
Mr & Mrs Ablett – Rhyl Jan 22
5 out of 5
To all the staff at Peter Large
We would like to say a massive thank you, it has been a very long journey but we got there in the end. Thanks so much for finding our forever home and selling our family home to another lovely family
Natasha, Paul & Oscar, Teresa & Malcom – Prestatyn Feb 2023
5 out of 5
We have been delighted with the service provided by the team here. Extremely motivated and professional. All viewings were emailed to us in advance and feedback after ever visit was given. First class all round. Sold our property very quickly.
Neil Roberts – Abergele Jan 22
5 out of 5
To Pam and staff at Peter Large
Just to say thank you very much for the sale of my house and the fast and efficient way with friendly attitude you dealt with it
Sandra R – Prestatyn Jan 2023
5 out of 5
I recently moved house after 25 years in the same place. My experience with Peter Large was excellent. All the staff were helpful, accommodating and above all understanding. I think they went above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly. Even after I moved they assisted with a query I had, nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommended.
Sheila McNeil – Abergele Jan 22
5 out of 5
I’m currently purchasing a property in Kinmel Bay,Peter Large Estate Agents have been wonderful from the start their agent Linda that showed my wife and i around the property (twice) was very professional and friendly. We have’nt moved in yet but looking forward to having all the professional services that have been recommended.
Steve & Pat – Rhyl Jan 22
5 out of 5
Thank you so much for all your help and patience during this sales process, you have been so helpful.
Tanya – Rhyl
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