JEMIMA Bennett Bsc (Hons) MRICS has been instated as the principal and director of Bridgwater-based firm Tamlyns, the well-known team of Chartered Surveyors, valuers and auctioneers.

Jemima joined Tamlyns in 2009 as a graduate rural surveyor after completing a degree in rural enterprise and land management and has since worked her way up through the firm. After becoming a fully  qualified member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) in 2011, Jemima began working in the survey and valuations department before becoming department principal in 2014. She specialises in professional valuations and RICS HomeBuyer surveys, predominantly for residential property, and will now provide support, governance and direction in all aspects of the business. 

Also stepping up is James Venton  Bsc (Hons.), who now becomes assistant principal as well as continuing to lead the architectural services department. James joined Tamlyns in 2002 and holds a degree in building surveying, as well as a National Diploma in construction. He has a wealth of experience in preparing and submitting planning and building regulation applications for all types of development proposals

Jemima says: “This year marks 140 years since the conception of Tamlyns and I’m delighted, only eight years after joining as a graduate, to be given the opportunity to lead the team. My aim from here is to continue developing the business while upholding the traditional values that my predecessors, Leslie Sellick and Ian Walker, have instilled so admirably. The business is in a fantastic position, continuing to grow year on year, and with the support and expertise of James, and a strong team behind me, I am excited for the future of Tamlyns.”

Michael Martin, Chairman, says: “The appointment of Jemima marks a new chapter in the honourable history of Tamlyns, and is a just reward for her and James. It recognises their increasing influence in the business in recent years and I am confident that under their leadership the business will go from strength to strength, respecting the traditions of the firm.”

Jemima, James and the team provide a wide range of services both locally and across the South West including residential surveys and valuations, rural land management, architectural services, field sales, general sales and much more. All enquiries welcome on 01278 458241 or surveyors@tamlyns.co.uk