Meet the team

An experienced estate agent with over 35 years in the industry. Derek has recently semi-retired leaving the day to day running of the business to Anne-Marie and his two daughters Joanne and Christine. He loves watching sport especially horse racing and is an annual member at Cartmel Racecourse.

Derek Thomas

Managing Director

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Anne-Marie had a short spell learning mortgage’s after leaving university. With her understanding of mortgages, Derek suggested she should come and work with him within estate agency. In 2007 they opened Alastair Saville. Anne-Marie regularly attends her local church, loves travel but most of all enjoys days out with the younger members of her family.

Anne-Marie Thomas

BA(Hons) MNAEA Director

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Joanne joined her fathers business in 2016 bringing with her a wealth of knowledge within the financial sector after working in the industry for 17 years. Outside of work, Joanne loves spending time with her family.

Joanne Thomas-O’Brien

Branch Manager / Valuer

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With over 10 years of experience in estate agency, Christine has flourished in the sector since graduating from University. A key component of the Alastair Saville team, she has a breadth of knowledge spanning the entire portfolio of the business, from sales negotiation to property management within lettings. Outside of work, Christine loves nothing more than spending time with family and friends or making a racket on the tennis court.

Christine Bunclark

Sales Negotiator

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Kate has been an estate agent since leaving college. Having worked for a corporate agent for years, it was time for a change and now thrives as part of the Alastair Saville team with the customer being her priority. Kate works closely with Joanne bringing houses to the market and with Anne-Marie on the sales progression side. Outside of work, Kate loves spending time with her family and is always with her son at various sports clubs which take up her weekends and evenings!

Kate Hynd

Marketing Advisor

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With over 16 years experience in lettings and compliance, Emma ensures the business remains customer-focused and fit for the future. Emma is always here to reassure landlords that their property is in safe hands. During her time in the property industry, Emma has experience in working within corporate, franchised and independent lettings and holds NFOPP lettings qualifications.

Emma Gardner

Lettings Negotiator

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Having 16 years experience in the housing market, Sylvia has been a constant in supporting the Alastair Saville team. Sylvia works mainly on Sundays ensuring current and potential clients have access to our business services 7 days a week, this is unrivalled locally. Sylvia puts high emphasis on creating a warm and friendly customer service to allow all clients to feel fully at ease when allowing us to take control of their housing experience.

Sylvia Smallbone

Sales Negotiator

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Andrea has worked within the lettings industry for 11 years in both negotiation and property management roles and holds her level 3 Technical Award in Residential Lettings and property management, she is also a qualified member of the Association of Residential Lettings Agents. Andrea likes to pride herself on working honestly and with integrity. In her spare time, she loves to walk her two dogs Stanley and Sage and is partial to a cold water dip.

Andrea Swan

Lettings Negotiator

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Judith is a customer service professional who previously worked in aviation as a Flight Attendant and progressed onto managing Airport VIP Lounges. She always ensures the customer is made ‘top priority!’.

After the airlines she moved onto New Homes
Sales working in both the north and the south of the United Kingdom. She recently joined Alistair Saville and ensures a premium service is offered to all of our customers.

Outside of work Judith loves spending time with friends and family.

Judith Richards

Viewer

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Vera C

Joanne, Thank you for this and your support with the evaluation. Your customer service is outstanding and I would certainly give preference to your service in the future

Vera C- Valuation Seller

Bob Hastie

Exceptional service by all the staff at the Maghull branch. Always got my back.

Bob Hastie- Landlord Seller

Big Thank You

I just wanted to say a big thank you to you and your team for all the work you've done for the sale of my Dad's house.

It was an incredibly stressful time for me and I was relieved when you took over.

Although it took longer than I anticipated, I got the price I wanted and now life has got a lot easier.

Thanks to all those who worked so hard on my behalf - yourself, Christine and the lovely Kate who I spoke to many times.

Ms Martin Seller

Agnieszka Martynowicz

I honestly cannot recommend the team at Alastair Saville enough. I was the buyer in a recent purchase and I am so happy that the home I wanted happened to be marketed by them. From Christine booking the viewings, to Judith who did the viewings, to Anne-Marie and Kate who handled all things after offer, the whole team are fantastic. They helped where they could all the way to completion date and nothing was ever a problem. Highly, highly recommend and thank you for bringing me and Jake home

Agnieszka Martynowicz Seller

Ross Fawcett

The best estate agents by far in Maghull used 3 times and every time they've been professional, hard working and got me the result I wanted especially Kate, Anne Marie and Jo! I wouldn't use anyone else!

Ross Fawcett Seller

Sale of my mum’s property

My sister and I found that Alastair Saville estate agents were helpful at all times.
From the moment we put mums house on market and whilst still grieving they were compassionate and understanding that this was a difficult time and took the pressure off us .
They were honest about pricing and took photos to they highest standard to help with sale.
No questions were unanswered ,even silly ones ! They always called you back if busy too.
As we had some delays with sales progression our anxiety levels were high and not having sold a property in over 30 years I had no idea of processes...they advised and helped me understand this.
I recommend this company all team members work at a high standard.

Julie Hignett Seller

Excellent “Stress Free” Service

I have had a long-standing relationship with Alastair Saville as they have managed the sale of three properties and a long term let for me. I can highly recommend them due to their excellent communication and taking responsibility for the stresses involved in property sales and management. This was evident with the most recent difficult sale, where actions between all parties were expedited quickly right up to completion. Thank you for your efforts.

Gareth Seller

Bob Hastie

All the staff at the Maghull branch are extremely knowlegable and helpful in dealing with and managing all my properties. Always a welcome smile if I need to call in, I must remember to take in some doughnuts next visit, cant fault the work they do on my behalf and know they have my back.
thank you to all
Bob

Bob Hastie Seller

Frances Walsh

Really good and reliable service. All the staff are very experienced and very helpful. Would recommend without hesitation.

Frances Walsh Seller

Louise Alexander

We were the Buyers and the staff at Alastair Saville were very helpful and always happy to help. The process was seamless and stress free

Date of experience: 15 August 2025

Louise Alexander Seller

Katy

I had such a wonderful experience with the team, and one member of staff in particular who went above and beyond to help me find my perfect property. In the end it was one that was listed with another agent but I definitely wouldn't have found it or had the confidence to go for it without the advice and guidance from this agent. Thank you so much.

Katy Seller

Nys

Thank you Anne-Marie and the team supporting first time buyers.

Anne-Marie and the team supported us as first time buyers. They were great at updating us regularly on the process that was unfamiliar to us, supported all solicitors to complete in the final day. It was a wonderful experience having their support. Thank you so much to the Alastair Saville team, your help was a big part of making our dream come true.

Nys Seller

Sheila Smith

First Class Service from Alastair Saville Estate Agents on selling our property. The process from initial contact to exchange, has taken only 7 weeks. Kate met up with us within days of initial contact and the property went live shortly after. The whole team have been professional, hard working and approachable. We were kept up to date every step of the way. Their communication skills were second to none.
A special thank you to Kate and Anne-Marie, who were our our main points of contact, who worked tirelessly, to ensure a positive outcome for us.
We would not hesitate to use Alastair Saville again in the future and will certainly recommend them to family and friends.
Once again thank you so much.

Sheila Smith Seller

Helen Rawlinson

Fantastic professional friendly service from all the team. We were renting our property & we were extremely pleased with the service the Maghull team. Emma, Christine & Rob. They answered all my questions quickly & knowledgably. Emma was our main agent & Chris also helped. Our property was on the market & went on its first viewing. With new tenants in all within a month. The property viewings were very well done by Rob & I appreciate Rob on his advice & experience. We cant recommend them enough. We will definitely be using this team for any future tenants. Thank you

Helen Rawlinson Seller

Alison Mills

Excellent experience with this estate agent. Very professional, excellent communication, proactive in every aspect of the sale process. Always very helpful, friendly and act in your best interests. Cannot recommend enough.

Alison Mills Seller

Alice Moorcroft

Fantastic team! Kate & Anne Marie have been brilliant with us throughout and really helped us and kept us informed.  We previously used online estate agent but never will again, definitely recommend. Thank you!

Alice Moorcroft Seller

Zoe Kade

We have had a brilliant experience with Alastair Saville. We can not fault the excellent customer service and support from Anne-Marie and Kate - superb from start to finish. We love our new home and look forward to using there services again!

Zoe Kade Seller

Zoe Bentley

Fantastic estate agents! Super glad we sold our house with AS. Very easy to contact, always happy to help and on hand for queries or a listening ear. Shoutout to Anne Marie & Kate, you both have been fantastic and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed the journey with you! We will be recommending AS with friends/family & will remain in touch if ever needed for future! Thanks again

Zoe Bentley Seller

Anonymous

Very professional family run service from beginning to end. Had viewings arranged within a day of going on sale.  Kept informed each step of the process and offered good advice when faced with a few offers. I would highly recommend this estate agent.

Anonymous Seller

At Alastair Saville, our roots run deep in the heart of Aintree, a community we’re proud to serve and be a part of. Known for its rich heritage and the world-famous racecourse, Aintree is more than just a location—it’s a place we call home.

Our team lives locally and shares a genuine connection with the area’s people and places. We believe this local insight and passion make all the difference, enabling us to offer not just expert property services but also a personal, community-focused approach. Together, we’re building a brighter future for Aintree and beyond.

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Recognised for excellence – our in-house team is dedicated to trust, care, and listening, providing expert guidance with a proactive approach.

Office opening hours
Monday to Friday 9am – 5.30pm, Saturday 9am – 5pm Sunday 11am – 4pm

Telephone Lines are Open
Monday to Friday 10am – 4.30pm, Saturday 9am – 4.30pm and Sunday 11am – 4pm