Sworders Live Bidding Service Now 0%
We are delighted to announce that as of 1 January 2020 there will be no additional surcharge when bidding online via Sworders Live.
Sworders Live Now With No Additional Surcharge
We are delighted to announce that as of 1 January 2020 there will be no additional surcharge when bidding online via Sworders Live.
All our auctions are broadcast live on www.sworder.co.uk enabling you to participate in real time via your desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile phone, wherever in the world you may be. Your bid will instantly appear on the rostrum for the auctioneer to see, just as if you were in the room.
We wish you the best of luck with your bidding in 2020!
Please note that Sworders buyer’s premium is charged at 25% +VAT
Register To Bid Live
Register for your Sworders account where you can bid live, leave absentee bids, set up preferences and receive email alerts at www.sworder.co.uk 
We would like to inform you that the law is changing regarding money laundering checks, this will mean that if you plan to bid with us we will require additional information from you. We will be in contact soon with further details.
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