Our Barons’ Team

James Grimsted

Managing Director

GET TO KNOW JAMES

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
Endless National Trust walks, legendary festivals, and the best cheese and cider in the world.

How long have you been working in property?
25 years

What do you like to do in your free time?
Splitting my time between lifting weights at CrossFit, cheering on loudly at rugby matches, and operating a highly unpaid taxi service for my kids’ cricket games.

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• Call: 01761 411 411

Lucy Grimsted

Director

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
The countryside walks and close proximity to beaches

How long have you been working in property? 
10 years

What do you like to do in your free time?
Supporting my girls in whichever sport is their fancy at any given time!

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• Call: 01179777672

Rhys Messenger

Sales Director

GET TO KNOW RHYS

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
Cider

How long have you been working in property? 
12 years

What do you like to do in your free time?
Chase a ball around a field

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• Call: 07415947693

Aaron Messenger

Lettings Director

GET TO KNOW AARON

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
It’s the cider capital of the world!  The home of Thatcher’s Gold! You can’t beat a crisp cold pint of cider in the beautiful Somerset countryside.

How long have you been working in property?
13 years

What do you like to do in your free time?
Growing veg in the garden with my two kids – check out @vegornoveg for our homegrown journey!

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• Call: 01761 411 411

Darren Knebel

Senior Lettings Manager

GET TO KNOW DARREN

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
Great local pubs where I can enjoy the good Old Thatcher’s Gold ! and appreciate the stunning countryside

How long have you been working in property?
20 years

What do you like to do in your free time?
When I’m not helping landlords and tenants, I enjoy spending time with family, exploring the local area and making the most of Holidays, and then there’s trying to keep up with all the DIY jobs at home

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• Call: 01761 411 411

Monica Bruton

Sales Manager

GET TO KNOW MONICA

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
Amazing independent cafés, great pubs, farm shops, and plenty of places for a Sunday roast.

How long have you been working in property?
7 years

What do you like to do in your free time?
Spending time with family and friends, drinking cocktails and hosting with homemade pizza from my pizza oven.

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• Call: 01761 411 411

Lily Wolff 

Sales Negotiator

GET TO KNOW LILY

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
The abundance of picturesque village pubs and the welcoming community atmosphere they create.

How long have you been working in property?
Four years and counting.

What do you like to do in your free time?
Spending time with family and friends, whether that’s exploring the local area or simply enjoying good company.

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• Call: 01761 411 411

Megan Cox

Lettings Negotiator

GET TO KNOW MEGAN

What’s your favourite thing about Somerset?
Nothing beats a somerset accent!

How long have you been working in property? 
4.5 years

What do you like to do in your free time?
Going on holiday and spending time with my two little ones!

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• Call: 01761 411 411