Thomson Hayton Winkley Solicitors & Legal Services

Business Details

Trusted Legal Services in Cumbria

Thomson Hayton Winkley Solicitors & Legal Services has been serving families and businesses in Cumbria and beyond for over 150 years, establishing itself as one of the largest legal practices in the South Lakes region. Our expertise spans residential and commercial property law, wills and inheritance planning, dispute resolution, and specialist rural legal services, including farming and tourism sectors. Accredited by the Law Society's Quality Conveyancing Scheme and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, we combine city-level expertise with local knowledge. Our award-winning Rural Law Practice at J36 Rural Auction Centre demonstrates our deep commitment to rural communities.

With a team of solicitors, legal executives, and paralegals across four offices, we prioritise client relationships and deliver tailored solutions. Our consistent client feedback highlights professional efficiency, particularly in property transactions and family law. We maintain transparency in pricing and offer flexible appointment options, including home visits for vulnerable clients. As a Strategic Partner of Cumbria Tourism, we actively support regional economic growth while maintaining national regulatory compliance.

Services

Residential Property Wills and Inheritance Dispute Resolution Commercial Property Farming Legal Services

Highlights and features

We have over 150 years' experience serving Cumbrian communities
Our award-winning Rural Law Practice addresses agricultural sector needs
We offer transparent pricing with fixed-fee options available
Our team includes STEP members and Dementia Friends trained professionals
We provide home visits for vulnerable clients and elderly customers

Associations and certifications

Solicitors Regulation Authority
Law Society's Quality Conveyancing Scheme

What people say

Professional and efficient Smooth house sale process Amazing service Nothing was any trouble Always recommend THW

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Services

Residential Property

Our residential property solicitors handle home purchases, sales, leases, boundary disputes, and equity release. With local knowledge across Cumbria, we ensure smooth transactions through our Law Society-accredited service. Our Kendal, Windermere, and Kirkby Lonsdale offices provide expert guidance on all property matters.

Wills and Inheritance

We offer comprehensive will creation, inheritance tax planning, and probate services. Our solicitors, including STEP members, provide sensitive handling of estate administration and Court of Protection matters. Specialised services include dementia-friendly planning and rural property succession.

Dispute Resolution

Our team handles property, family, and commercial disputes with emphasis on mediation before court action. Services include personal injury claims, professional negligence, and neighbour disputes. We prioritise cost-effective solutions while maintaining strong advocacy in litigation.

Commercial Property

We support commercial property transactions including purchases, sales, and lease agreements. Our clients range from small businesses to national organisations. The team provides expert advice on property disputes and sector-specific requirements, particularly in tourism and hospitality sectors.

Farming Legal Services

The Rural Law Practice at J36 Rural Auction Centre specialises in agricultural property, farming partnerships, and rural business diversification. Our award-winning team provides tailored advice on farm succession planning, land access issues, and rural tourism development.

People

Graeme Armstrong

Solicitor

Experienced residential property solicitor with extensive local knowledge in South Lakeland property transactions.

Kathryn Dodd

Solicitor

Specialist in wills and inheritance matters, providing sensitive legal guidance for estate planning.

Liam Mulholland

Solicitor

Rural law expert based at J36 Rural Auction Centre, focusing on agricultural and farming legal issues.

Jonathan Holmes

Solicitor

Commercial property specialist with experience handling transactions for businesses of all sizes.

Jayne Grassing

Specialist Family Paralegal

Family law expert providing support in divorce, child custody, and domestic abuse cases.

Questions

What areas do you cover?

We operate from four offices in Kendal, Windermere, Kirkby Lonsdale, and J36 Rural Auction Centre, serving Cumbria, Lancashire, and Yorkshire.

Are you regulated by any legal authorities?

Yes, we're authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA ID: 520261) and accredited by the Law Society's Quality Scheme.

Do you offer fixed-fee services?

Yes, we provide fixed-fee options for divorce proceedings and initial consultations, with transparent pricing throughout our services.

What specialisms do you have in rural law?

Our award-winning Rural Law Practice at J36 Rural Auction Centre specialises in agricultural property, farming partnerships, and rural business diversification.

Do you offer home visits?

Yes, we provide home visits for vulnerable clients, particularly in our wills and elderly client services.

Reviews (4)

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Karen Faithfull

Dec 07, 2021 Report

The service we received from the legal team and the estate agency were first class.
Kept in touch with us and sold our property quickly, then the legal team dealt with all the queries that arose during the conveyancing and completion process. Have used this firm for over 20yrs and so would certainly recommend this company.

Ian Worth

Oct 27, 2021 Report

Wrote my will & sorted out my sister- in -laws relationship problem with her then partner. Very patient & good advice.

Jonathan Cox

Jun 16, 2021 Report

I am very happy to recommend Anna Knowles and the staff working with her at THW solicitors. It was refreshing to deal with someone who took time to understand our needs accurately and then worked quickly and efficiently on our behalf to meet tight deadlines. Communication throughout was professional, clear and responsive and I always felt in very competent and safe hands.

S. Conneely

Mar 06, 2021 Report

I engaged HTW to act on my behalf for the sale of a property and from the outset I found them to be transparent and communicative. The fee quoted was the fee charged and despite the buyer's representatives making things more difficult than they needed to be, John Cook did his utmost to ensure that we hit the target completion date to my satisfaction. I would have no hesitation in recommending HTW to others.