Agent’s Rugby World Cup offer

Such is his interest in the event, which is being staged in New Zealand between September 9 and October 23, that he is offering a free beach rugby ball to anyone putting a property on the market with his offices in Leamington or Warwick, either for sale or for let, between now and the end of the tournament.

Managing director Mr Hawkesford is a keen follower of the game. “I am a huge fan of the sport and our rugby ball giveaway idea is intended to help promote interest in the tournament, as well as being a bit of good sporting fun.”

This year’s Rugby World Cup sees 20 teams competing in four pools for a place in the knockout stages. England play in pool B where they face Argentina, Georgia, Romania and Scotland. Ireland are in pool C where their main opposition will come from Australia, and Wales will face the might of South Africa in pool D.

Hawkesford offers a comprehensive property service that incorporates surveys, sales, mortgage and financial advice, rental and auctions.

Pictured: estate agent James Hawkesford and his sister Ali, who manages the Warwick office.