Matthew Ashton
I started working in the insurance industry in 2004. Four years later, I left to focus on theological studies, working as a youth worker and then as a ministry director in Seattle, USA. When returning to the UK, I had an opportunity to work for the late Andrew Marchington. I joined his firm as a sales advisor when it had around ten staff members. Within three years, I was Head of Ops with a staff team of over 30 people. After a chance encounter in 2019 with Rachel Living and Will Cooper, I co-started Stanhope to build a high-value home, luxury watch, and jewellery broker synonymous with trust. I love being with Donna, my wife, and four kids when not working, cramming in the odd row, or run when I can. I am fortunate to love what I do and consider it a blessing to grow the Stanhope brand.
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Does My Home Insurance Cover Christmas Gifts?
By Matthew Ashton
Important Disclosure: The content provided does not consider your particular circumstances and does not constitute personal advice, please check with ...
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Stay cyber-safe this Black Friday
By Matthew Ashton
Every year, Black Friday generates an enormous amount of traffic from shoppers who are eager to take advantage of exclusive offers. But in their haste...
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The treats of high value home insurance
By Matthew Ashton
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High-value home autumn maintenance checklist: looking after your prope...
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Wear and tear, ageing, and gradual deterioration are part of life for both humans and properties. Since a typical high-value home policy does not cove...
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Stanhope awarded £2,500 as part of Ecclesiastical’s Closer to You p...
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Since it began in 2017, Ecclesiastical Insurance’s charitable giving programme Closer to You has distributed £625,000 to brokers. The money helps t...
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How to keep watches and jewellery safe at home
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No one wants to think about their jewellery and watches being damaged or stolen, but did you know there were nearly 191,500 home burglaries reported i...
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History of… Cartier
By Matthew Ashton
We continue our popular History Of... series by looking at the much loved jewellery brand - Cartier.
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When to get High Value Home Insurance when buying a house
By Matthew Ashton
At exchange or completion – when should I arrange high value home insurance? If you’re buying a house with an above-average market value, taki...
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Guide to High-Value Home Insurance for Airbnb hosts
By Matthew Ashton
Since Airbnb first launched over 15 years ago, there has been a significant rise in the number of luxury short-term rentals available in response to t...
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Launching a Jewellery, Luxury Watch and Art Insurance Panel
By Matthew Ashton
From my first conversation It was immediately clear that the Team at Stanhope had a strong grasp of the personal nature of insuring emotive valuables ...
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The most luxurious places to propose abroad
By Matthew Ashton
The journey to propose is a magical one, and choosing the best places to propose can often be a difficult and arduous task. If you’re planning to pr...
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Get ready for the holiday season: Using your land for camping
By Matthew Ashton
If you have the land to spare around your high value home, you may be considering letting campers use it this summer – particularly if you live ...
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Jewellery Insurance claims guide
By Matthew Ashton
Whether it’s engagement or wedding rings, gifts or family heirlooms, many people own jewellery with either significant sentimental or financial ...
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Protecting your high-value jewellery on holiday
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If you’re planning to go on holiday, it’s only natural that you’ll want to take some of your precious jewellery with you. But did you know that ...
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Time for tennis: The most iconic partnerships between tennis players a...
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It’s time to whip out the strawberries and pour yourself a glass of Pimm’s, Wimbledon officially returned on Monday 1 July 2024 for two-weeks of m...
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History of… Tag Heuer
By Matthew Ashton
Founded in Switzerland, TAG Heuer is a luxury watchmaker with its headquarters based in La-Chaux-de-Fonds. One of the best-known luxury watch brands i...
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Get ready for the holiday season: Renting your home out on Airbnb
By Matthew Ashton
Airbnb hosting is a great way to earn passive income while you’re abroad. But how do you get started? Read our short Q&A-style guide below to le...
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Leasehold vs. Freehold: A guide to insurance for tenants
By Matthew Ashton
The UK property market allows individuals and business owners to choose between leasehold vs. freehold properties based on their specific needs. Lease...
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How to keep your unoccupied high-value home safe this summer
By Matthew Ashton
Nothing spoils enjoying a poolside cocktail on a well-earned holiday, quicker than getting a call to say that your beloved home is no longer as you le...
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Is investing in art a stroke of genius?
By Matthew Ashton
Art can be a very good investment and a profitable way to generate income in the future, and as auction sales in 2023 demonstrate, some art has the po...
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History of… Audemars Piguet
By Matthew Ashton
Audemars Piguet is an independent and family-owned manufacturer of luxury watches. It is a brand synonymous with exquisite craftsmanship and elegance....
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Protect your passion with Art Insurance
By Matthew Ashton
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Home Inventory: Why you really need it and how to create a great one
By Matthew Ashton
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Eco-friendly home improvements to make in 2024
By Matthew Ashton
Environmental awareness is on the rise, increasing the demand for eco-friendly high-value home improvements. In this article, we look at some distinct...
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