Meet The Team

Colin Shairp, Director – Cert Res EA FNAEA AGPEA

Colin is well known in the Portsmouth area, where he's been an estate agent for 36 years. He worked his way up from junior negotiator, and went on to build up and own one of the area's largest agency, with several branches.

He saw the market need for a dedicated branch dealing with both Town and Country homes, sold his original business, and captured and has maintained a substantial market share over the last 15 years trading as Town & Country Southern. He was Chairman of the Solent Region of the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) (2007 to 2011), at the same time he was a member of the NAEA Members Advisory Forum, currently is an affiliate of the Portsmouth Property Association (PPA), a Fellow of the NAEA and an Associate of The Guild of Property Professionals (GPEA). He chaired the Fine & Country National Advisory Council (NAC) (2018 - 2020) and is currently the NAC Southern Region Representative.

Colin says, "I have a happy and dedicated team, who, like me, believe that what sets us apart from other agencies is our commitment to customer care, our experience and our total belief in the brand. We're already a local leader in this market, and we intend to improve further."

Claire re-joined the team in June 2019 after a couple of years out leading a team in property development, but originally joined Town & Country Southern in 2015, She has worked with property since 1999, progressing her career to sales manager. With well over 20 years experience working within the local area, she is able to 'get the job done', thinking outside the box and using her many local contacts to work efficiently and effectively. Driven and customer focused she has won several awards as voted for by vendors and buyers and prides herself on her empathy and support for clients. As a mother of 4 daughters and 4 grandchildren, she is used to juggling her time to get results!

Claire Ray AGPEA Sales Manager

Marcus first started working in estate agency in 1998 and since then has gained a wealth of experience in the industry. He has worked for both small and medium sized independent businesses, and also large corporate firms so is well placed to assist our clients whatever their needs. He has been involved in the sale of everything from large distinctive and country homes, single garages, and any type of property in between over the years and will give the same level of attention to detail no matter what the property transaction holds. He has also completed the full financial planning certificate as well as the CeMAP paper for mortgage advice and principles, giving him a very well rounded understanding of matters relating to property be it your main residence or in the context of them being an investment vehicle. He is a client focused and professional individual who speaks in plain English and has a very approachable manor.

Marcus Foot AGPEA Property Consultant

Amanda has been with the company since we opened in 2009, prior to that she managed a corporate owned office on the south coast. She brings to the team, superb organisation skills, outstanding customer service abilities and an aptitude to deal with all sales and lettings matters. Her versatility means she can bridge the gap between administration, sales and lettings.

Amanda Burden AGPEA Property Consultant

Lorna has worked in both the new homes & second-hand market & as a local girl, has a wealth of knowledge to help you with your sale or purchase. Having started her career back in the mid 90’s she has worked through many changing marketplaces & has the necessary skillset to deal with market shifts. With a strong Customer service ethic, Lorna is happy to guide you through every step of the way & prides herself on her focus to provide our clients with the very best service she can.

Meet The Team

Colin Shairp, Director – Cert Res EA FNAEA AGPEA

Claire Ray AGPEA Sales Manager

Marcus Foot AGPEA Property Consultant

Amanda Burden AGPEA Property Consultant

Lorna Young Property Consultant