Fond farewells as Janet retires after 23 years at company

Janet Young has finally decided to retire having spent 23 years working in one of Kenilworth’s oldest estate and letting agents.

She originally joined Newey Property back in 1991 under the directorship of Michael Barnwell and has played a huge part in the growth of the company up to and including more recently when Heritage Property became her employers in 2009, following their takeover of the business.

Janet said: “Over the years there have been many changes to the business but I feel very lucky as I have really enjoyed my job and I’ve met some wonderful and interesting people at the same time. I’ve made many lifelong friends with not only my colleagues but also with many of the clients too.”

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Michael Barnwell, former managing director of Newey Property, said of Janet’s retirement: “Janet is an amazing lady and it was a real privilege to have her in our company for such a long time. She has been an absolute star on whom I relied over many years and I know she’ll be missed immensely by Richard and Jane all the team at Heritage Property as well as by their clients.”

Janet added: “I am really looking forward to being able to spend more time at home with my husband, Mick, and spending more time with the children and grandchildren. It will seem very strange not going into the office but I am looking forward to having more holidays as I love travelling!”

Richard Hill, managing director of Heritage Property, said: “Janet will be terribly missed by us all but particularly by me. She’s been at the forefront of the company for many years, is very well known in Kenilworth and will also be missed by many landlords and tenants alike.

“Unfortunately Jane and I missed the champagne corks popping in the office as we were away but we enjoyed a lovely dinner at the Queen and Castle in Kenilworth to celebrate with Janet and wish her and husband, Mick, a long and happy retirement.

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“We’ve been very lucky to have Sharon Parnell join us as lettings manager in Kenilworth so, despite Janet’s retirement, it’s very much business as usual and I am sure we’ll continue to maintain our position as market leader in the town.”

If you have a property to let or just need some friendly advice contact Heritage Property on 01926 859126 or visit heritageproperty.co.uk or heritageproperty.tv