
Mat Barnes
Director & Branch Manager
Mat Barnes, Co-Founder & Director has a passion for selling houses. Mat launched Spire Estates back in 1997 & in 2017 became an independently owned part of Hunters.
Having worked in Chesterfield for over 20 years, we know the property market here better than anyone.
Our modern offices are located at The Glass Yard business development on Sheffield Road just on the outskirts of the Chesterfield town centre. We offer free parking & are open 6 days a week.
Call us now to book your free property valuation. We can come to see you at your property to give you a full valuation, or you can get a rough estimate online.
Our services
We promote all of our properties on our website as well as on popular property websites including Zoopla, OnTheMarket, PrimeLocation, and Rightmove. Not only that, but we also market our sales and lets on social media, and this helps us reach even more potential buyers and tenants for your property.
Accompanied viewings are not only convenient for you but research from the NAEA shows that an estate agent showing buyers can double the chances of you getting an offer.
We offer accompanied viewings 6 days a week at times that suit you and potential buyers too. Our highly trained staff get to know your property well so that when they host the viewings for you, they can highlight all the benefits of your property.
Our fully-managed lettings package means you can sit back and relax while we take care of everything for you. But we have other package options too, so if you want to be more involved, you’ll be able to find the right lettings package.
Our tenant-find service ensures that you end up with the right people in your property, and our rent collection service makes sure that you’re paid on time. Our high-quality referencing service and rent guarantee products are extra options you can choose and these will be completely bespoke to you.
Talk to us about what you need, and we’ll create the perfect lettings package for you.
Selling houses can’t all be done online and we value the personal touch too. Our telephones are answered by the team 24 hours a day, so we never miss an enquiry about your property sale or let.
Our fantastic town centre offices provide a prominent high street presence so we’re easy to find. Sellers, tenants and buyers call in to discuss their property matters with us here six days a week.
We understand that it’s frustrating having to pay agent fees while your home is still on the market. That’s why you only pay us when we’ve sold or let your property.
Chesterfield is a lovely market town surrounded by villages and beautiful countryside.
Transport links are good; the local train station has great services to London (taking just under two hours) as well as other towns and cities across the UK. Being close to the M1, travel and commuting by car is also a good option. A dual carriageway connects Chesterfield to Sheffield directly, making commuting there very easy. When it comes to airports, Chesterfield’s spoilt for choice. East Midlands Airport and Doncaster Airport are both within 45 minutes away and Manchester international is 1 hour away. So whether you want to fly around the UK or journey further afield, Chesterfield’s location makes that easy.
Education is well provided for with plenty of primary and secondary schools available within both Chesterfield and its surrounding villages.
Chesterfield is a traditional market town, and the market here has been running for over 800 years. In fact, it’s grown to become one of the biggest markets in the country. There are recognisable high street brands in the town centre and there’s a good shopping centre too.
Traditional pubs do well here, and there are great options throughout the town and the surrounding countryside. Chesterfield has several independent and family-run restaurants with a range of different cuisines so you're spoilt for choice when it comes to a night out.
Queen’s Park is a fantastic local place that’s ideal for families wanting to get out for some fresh air. There’s also a huge amount of beautiful countryside nearby giving many options for walks and trips out.
Chesterfield’s also on the edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park. There’s plenty of villages to explore, bike routes and walks so polish off your hiking boots. Rolling hills and impressive scenery is only a short drive down the A619 and there’s lots of camping sites for an extended break too.
Matlock (with the Heights of Abraham walk and cable car ride) and Bakewell (home of the Bakewell tart) are nearby and these beautiful towns are perfect for a day trip.
Park in any town centre car park & walk toward the foot of the Crooked Spire – we are 100m towards the high street – you cant miss us!
Mat Barnes, Co-Founder & Director has a passion for selling houses. Mat launched Spire Estates back in 1997 & in 2017 became an independently owned part of Hunters.
Being with Hunters since 2000, Matt is our Senior Valuer & has his finger on the pulse for local property valuations. Matt gets a buzz from meeting clients, spending time to give you the honest advice you need to help sell your property.
Donna joined Hunters Chesterfield (formerly Spire Estates) in 2001 - & is now the senior member of the Negotiator team. Donna loves to do local walks & take photos of the wonderful sites of Chesterfield.
Ash joined the Hunters Chesterfield branch July 2012 and has high hopes to do well in this industry. He works incredibly hard to help all his clients. He’s a great lad & thrives with the Hunters ethos of striving to be the best agent in town.
Oscar is keen to progress through the ranks. A keen eye on sales and lettings departments makes him a great asset to the business.
If you are viewing one of our empty properties - you are likely to meet Dave. He spends his day showing clients around our properties & enjoys meeting all clients – old & new.
The other Dave – full of ideas & enjoys showing you round our empty properties. Main interests are restoring classic cars, DIY & most of all spending time with the family.
George joined the Hunters Team in 2016 & is now our fully qualified (CeMAP) mortgage adviser… there is nothing George does not know about mortgages.
Chesterfield is a market town in Derbyshire that’s surrounded by villages.
Travel links are good here, with Chesterfield being just a few miles from the M1. Commuters can access Sheffield easily using the dual carriageway that takes them directly from Chesterfield straight into central Sheffield. Chesterfield train station connects the town to many cities around the UK and has direct services to London that take less than two hours.
There are many schools in Chesterfield and the villages nearby giving an excellent choice of both primary and secondary schools to local residents. Chesterfield College offers further education and has a number of campuses spread around the town.
The town centre has a bustling open-air market place, with stalls selling crafts, food, clothes and much more. Markets have been running for over 800 years, and Chesterfield Market is one of the largest in the country. Chesterfield Market Hall provides an indoor option too. There’s an artisan market once a month with over 80 traders bringing high quality, authentic goods to the town centre.
Vicar Lane has all the high street names you’d expect, as well as various places to eat and drink. There’s Pavements Shopping Centre providing an indoor alternative too and it’s found just opposite the marketplace. There’s a great choice of supermarkets throughout the town, including Sainsbury’s, Morrisons and Lidl.
Chesterfield and the surrounding villages have plenty of traditional pubs serving ale and good food. There’s Market Pub in the town centre, the Tickled Trout in Barlow, and The Fox and Goose on Pudding Pie Hill, which enjoys beautiful panoramic views. Local restaurants include the Spanish Cocina Restaurant and Thai Thai which serves up a frequently changing authentic thai menu in a grand setting. Bottle and Thyme is an independent, family-run restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and it’s popular with the locals here.
Chesterfield has several GP surgeries and medical practices, and lots of pharmacies. There’s plenty of dentists too, and Chesterfield Royal Hospital is just outside of the town centre.
The main landmark of Chesterfield is the Church of St Mary and All Saints. This Grade I listed building dates back to the 14th century and is well-known for its twisted spire. People living in the area tend to call the church Crooked Spire.
The Winding Wheel Theatre was built in 1923 as a cinema, but now it’s used for events. Plays, music and comedy acts are regular features and there’s also the Pomegranate Theatre that hosts shows too.
Queen’s Park is a green space in the town centre with play areas, a miniature railway and a cricket ground.
Chesterfield is also surrounded by some beautiful countryside providing lots of places to explore at the weekends. Within easy reach are four golf courses, several country parks with great play areas, and some amazing Peak District views. Chatsworth House and its estate are only 11 miles away with a 105 acre garden. The Peak villages of Matlock (with the Heights of Abraham walk and cable car ride) and Bakewell (home of the Bakewell tart) are also nearby and make for a great day out.
Unit 4, The Glass Yard, Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, S41 8JY
Mon - Fri: 9am-5pm Sat: 9am-4pm Sun: Closed