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Walker Foster Limited

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27 Riddings Road, Ilkley, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9LX

01943 609969

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27 Riddings Road, Ilkley, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9LX

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4.9
Excellent
47 Reviews
94%
Value for
Money
95%+
Success
Rate
95%+
Would
Recommend
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Walker Foster Limited are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited

Description

Walker Foster is a long-established and respected general practice law firm founded in 1919, with offices in Skipton, Barnoldswick, Silsden, Settle, Ilkley, Northallerton and Harrogate. Our vision is to always be the first choice for local legal expertise, creating a connection with the communities surrounding our offices as a trustworthy and caring company. We aim to provide valued and reliable legal services to generations both now and in the future.

Rankings by area of expertise

Local 1 / 97
National 85 / 11,165
4.8
Excellent
1,188 Reviews
95%
Value for
Money
12% above
national average
95%+
Success
Rate
15% above
national average
95%+
Would
Recommend
16% above
national average
Communication 4.8/5
Initial Impressions 4.8/5
Approachability 4.8/5
Documentation Accuracy 4.8/5
Legal Knowledge 4.8/5
Value for money 4.7/5

Accreditations

Walker Foster Limited are accredited by

The Law Society accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited
Conveyancing Quality Scheme accreditation awarded to Walker Foster Limited

Description

Walker Foster is a long-established and respected general practice law firm founded in 1919, with offices in Skipton, Barnoldswick, Silsden, Settle, Ilkley, Northallerton and Harrogate. Our vision is to always be the first choice for local legal expertise, creating a connection with the communities surrounding our offices as a trustworthy and caring company. We aim to provide valued and reliable legal services to generations both now and in the future.

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Meet the team of Walker Foster Limited

Rachel Hanson

Rachel Hanson

Private Client Associate

5.0 47
Simone Robinson

Simone Robinson

Solicitor

4.8 28
Amber-Leigh Brunton

Amber-Leigh Brunton

Solicitor

5.0 27
Saffy Evans

Saffy Evans

Solicitor

4.9 14
Ian Haynes

Ian Haynes

Director & Head of Conveyancing

5.0 11

Contact details

01943 609969
info@walkerfoster.com
www.walkerfoster.com

Opening hours

Monday 09:00–17:00
Tuesday 09:00–17:00
Wednesday 09:00–17:00
Thursday 09:00–17:00
Friday 09:00–17:00
Saturday (Closed)
Sunday (Closed)

27 Riddings Road, Ilkley, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9LX

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4.9 /5 47 Reviews
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    The firm specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing, wills, probate, powers of attorney, family law and complex property matters. Clients praise technical expertise, thoroughness and efficiency, with clear, timely communication and strong attention to detail. Valued soft skills include professionalism, empathy, patience, reliability, proactivity and a calm, reassuring manner. Reviewers highlight responsiveness, personalised support, tenacity in difficult cases and a genuine commitment to achieving the best outcomes, making stressful processes feel manageable and well supported.

    Excellent communication
    Very professional
    Efficient service
    Thorough work
    Highly recommended
    Friendly staff
    Responsive team
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    Housing & Property

    Fast, Professional & Great Communication

    Mariette helped complete a purchase in very quick time, she was professional throughout and communication was always efficient and timely, it made what can be an extremely challenging process as smooth and fast as possible, which was very much appreciated.

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    legal expert Mariette Marren Mariette Marren

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    Thank you so much for your kind review. We're delighted we could complete the purchase quickly and that our professional approach helped make the process smoother for you.

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    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    New will

    Lee is an excellent listener, grasping the issues very quickly, producing documents promptly and giving clear advice.

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    legal expert Lee Kirby Lee Kirby

    from Walker Foster Limited

    We're very grateful you took the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure to help with your new will. Thank you for the perfect ratings and for recommending our service — your satisfaction means a great deal. If you need any further assistance in the future, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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    Amanda Victoria

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    Housing & Property

    SALE OF PROPERTY

    A rather long drawn out process - not the companies fault - with unexpected obstacles which the company navigated well to smooth things out

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    legal expert Anna Robinson Anna Robinson

    Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you for your feedback, Amanda. We’re pleased to hear that our team was able to navigate the challenges and help smooth the process despite the unexpected obstacles. Your kind words are greatly appreciated.

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    Frederick Alan

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    Wills, Trusts & Probate

    Will

    The company provided a friendly, efficient and highly professional service.

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    legal expert Stuart Rowland Stuart Rowland

    Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you, Frederick! We’re delighted you found Stuart's service friendly, efficient, and professional. It was a pleasure assisting you with your Will!

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    Keira Burns

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    Housing & Property

    Brilliant service as always!

    Sue has supported us again recently with a sale and house purchase. Always super peofessional and friendly, great advice and helped us manage a very quick move! We always use Sue for any legal needs…she’s fab! Thank you again!

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    legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

    Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you so much for your kind words, Keira. We’re delighted that Sue was able to support you again with your property sale and purchase, making the process smooth and efficient. We truly appreciate your continued trust and recommendation!

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    GP

    Housing & Property

    A client

    Recently used Walker Foster Skipton for the process of buying and selling. Absolutely recommend Sue Hartley. Professional advice and first class communication. Thank you Sue for everything.

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    legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

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    Thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear Sue provided professional advice and first-class communication throughout your buying and selling process.

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    Alex

    Housing & Property

    Alex

    Dealing with Walker Foster Solicitors and in particular Emily Throup and Sarah Bright was easy and straightforward. Emily and Sarah were clear and polite in their communications with us. Emily was very driven and pushed to move things forward with the sale while providing us with all the relevant information, as well as telling us exactly what we needed to do clearly and concisely. Emily and Sarah were always ahead of the other parties in the chain and they were easy to get in touch with by phone or email. We would strongly recommend using Walker Foster Solicitors and in particular Emily and Sarah.

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    legal expert Sarah Bright Sarah Bright

    Walker Foster Limited

    Thank you, Alex, for your fantastic feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your experience with us, particularly with Emily and Sarah , was so positive. It’s wonderful to know that their clarity, professionalism, and proactive approach made the process straightforward for you, and that they kept things moving smoothly throughout the sale. We truly appreciate your strong recommendation and will be sure to share your kind words with Emily and Sarah. Wishing you all the best moving forward!

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    Muddasser

    Muddasser

    I had dealt with WF previously and had a good experience (residential) so it only made sense for me to use them again when acquiring a commercial property. I was disappointed due to: - was not fully kept up to date. - the lady that was dealing with me was rude. - I sensed WF was very money hungry. - I did most of the chasing myself (even though I was paying them to do this). When they invoiced me over 10% of the actual sale I was shocked. If you want to overpay and do most of the chasing yourself then reach out to them. I will NOT use them again. Sadly, the owner's mindset of money grabbing filters through to the team.

    Walker Foster Limited

    Dear Muddasser, We are sorry to hear about your experience. Could you please get in touch with Jayne Schofield via jls@walkerfoster.com to lodge your complaint and we can then investigate this further for you. Best Regards, Walker Foster Solicitors.

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    Hannie

    Housing & Property

    Hannie

    Amelie is just fantastic. I have worked with many solicitors over the years as part of my job, and personally in the past, but never have I seen someone work as Amelie has for us. Solicitors certainly have a 'hard to deal with' stereotype, and I can honestly say this is not the case with anyone at Walker Foster or Amelie. Joe and Emily have also been a vital part to our extremely stressful house buying and selling process, but can honestly say we got through because of these guys. Thank you so much Amelie, Joe, Emily and all the team at Walker Foster. You are really shining in the legal world.

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    Thank you so much for your very kind review Hannie. We do really appreciate the feedback and kind words and we are so pleased that you have been so happy with the service we have provided you. We look forward to working with you again in the future.

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    Susan

    Housing & Property

    Susan

    Laura Kingsberry has provided us with a professional and efficient service throughout our sale. She took over the job from another member of staff and got to grips with it quickly. We are very pleased with all she did for us. Would definitely recommend Laura to others!

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    4.8 /5 1188 Reviews
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      The firm specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing, wills, probate, powers of attorney, family law and complex property matters. Clients praise technical expertise, thoroughness and efficiency, with clear, timely communication and strong attention to detail. Valued soft skills include professionalism, empathy, patience, reliability, proactivity and a calm, reassuring manner. Reviewers highlight responsiveness, personalised support, tenacity in difficult cases and a genuine commitment to achieving the best outcomes, making stressful processes feel manageable and well supported.

      Excellent communication
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      Thorough work
      Highly recommended
      Friendly staff
      Responsive team
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      anonymous

      Housing & Property

      Purchase of house

      I used Walker Foster for the purchase of a property. Very efficient and thorough. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Kevin Campbell, and his assistant Laura Carter.

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      legal expert Kevin Campbell Kevin Campbell

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      Great conveyancing is all about teamwork, and it’s brilliant to hear that Kevin and Laura hit the nail on the head for you. Thank you so much for recommending Walker Foster, and all the very best as you settle into your new place!

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      Sam H

      Housing & Property

      Great Experience

      Mariette and Clare were fantastic throughout a difficult house purchase that posed some difficult issues. Communication was clear and concise, and you felt like they were actually invested in your experience. Would definitely recommend them.

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      legal expert Mariette Marren Mariette Marren

      from Walker Foster Limited

      What a brilliant compliment to Mariette and Clare! Thank you so much, Sam. We always aim to treat our clients' property journeys as if they were our own, so hearing that you felt their genuine investment in your experience means the world to us. Wishing you all the very best as you settle into your new home!

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      Eva Cutler

      Commercial Property

      Sale of land

      Rizzwana Bashir was absolutely brilliant she went above and beyond to help us and such a lovely lady We would recommend her without doubt We cannot thank her enough

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      legal expert Rizzwana Bashir Rizzwana Bashir

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      This is a fantastic review to read, thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us, Eva. Please don't hesitate to reach back out to us if you ever need legal support in the future. Take care!

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      Lucinda Mullins

      Housing & Property

      Purchase of Property

      We used Rizzwana Bashir to help us with our purchase and found her to be extremely good. She was thorough, efficient and friendly. In short, I couldn't recommend her, or Walker Foster highly enough.

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      legal expert Rizzwana Bashir Rizzwana Bashir

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      We truly appreciate your high recommendation of both Rizzwana and the firm, Lucinda. Please don't hesitate to reach back out to Walker Foster if you ever need legal support in the future. All the very best!

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      Commercial Property

      I recently instructed Rizzwana Bashir at Walker Foster for a commercial property purchase, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. Throughout the entire process, Rizzwana was proactive, professional, and kept us fully informed. Her clear communication and attention to detail made a complex transaction feel manageable and efficient. We were very pleased with the support we received and would certainly use her services.

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      Jane Naik

      Housing & Property

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      Helpful and kind in a stressful situation

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      legal expert Stuart Rowland Stuart Rowland

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      Thank you, Jane, for your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you found the team helpful and kind during a stressful Conveyancing situation.

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      Rachel Cordice

      Housing & Property

      Rachel

      After using walker foster I would not go anywhere else! From start to finish the whole team at walker foster were amazing, they were very professional and i felt me needs were fully understood and met! I received the best quality service i could ask for! Definately reccomend!

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      legal expert Craig Williams Craig Williams

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      Dear Rachel. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that you would not go anywhere else and that the team provided such a professional and supportive service from start to finish. It is great to know you felt your needs were fully understood and met and that you received the highest quality of service. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

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      Steven Briggs

      Housing & Property

      Steven

      We used Walker Foster to deal with the legalities of our house purchase. Sue was amazing and very thorough. No problems at all and communication was great!

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      legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

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      Dear Steven. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sue and the team supported you so effectively with your house purchase, and that you found the service thorough with great communication throughout. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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      Ricky

      Ricky

      Recommend by a friend for help with my mother in laws will. Excellent service, friendly & professional staff.

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      Dear Ricky. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that you were recommended to us and that you received excellent service from our friendly and professional staff while dealing with your mother-in-law’s Will. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

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      Freya Verity

      Housing & Property

      Freya

      Would highly recommend Walker Foster if you are buying/selling a house! Sue and her team were amazing from start to finish and even though we had a very long, challenging chain she managed to keep on top of everything to ensure quickest possible completion times!

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      legal expert Sue Hartley Sue Hartley

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      Dear Freya. Thank you for your kind feedback. We are delighted to hear that Sue and the team provided excellent support throughout your house sale and purchase, especially given the challenges of a long chain. It is great to know they were able to keep everything on track and help achieve the quickest possible completion. We really appreciate your recommendation and you taking the time to share your experience.

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