Meet The Team

Geoff Tomlinson

Managing Director

Geoff  Tomlinson, Managing Director

Geoff is Managing Director of Braxton, and we pride ourselves as being the leading Independent Estate agents in Maidenhead.

Geoff has been with Braxton for 40 years, and has gained extensive specialist knowledge and understanding of the Maidenhead community we serve. As such he is often consulted for his advice by leading national property developers and investors, as well as client’s who trust his guidance and support when selling and buying their homes. Geoff is passionate and enthusiastic about the opportunity to represent clients in all areas of property management and sales, and with dedication and integrity, make sure that Braxton give of our very best to achieve optimum results for our much valued clients.

Geoff is proud to be supported by a wonderful team of professional and long serving colleagues who all have their own skill sets to make up the perfect team to serve the Maidenhead community.

When not working, Geoff loves spending as much time with his wife, children and friends. Geoff loves travelling, entertaining and likes to keep trim by walking the family dog.

Geoff’s sporting interests include rugby (he is a keen supporter of Maidenhead RFC), he has recently joined Castle Royle Golf and Country Club.

James Farrance

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

James  Farrance , ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

James Farrance is Associate Director responsible for the lettings, build to rent and property investment management side of the company. With vast experience in the residential sector commencing in London from the 1990’s James brings a meticulous approach and a reputation of tenaciously caring for his client’s interests.

James is exceptionally well regarded in his field not only thanks to his unparalleled professional track record and high professional standards resulting in many loyal clients and personal referrals but for being a hard working, honest family man who does absolutely everything in his power to ensure his clients success.

Marc Wrigley

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Marc Wrigley, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR

Marc is a “local lad” having been born and raised in Maidenhead. After finishing school, Marc embarked on a career in estate agency working for an international group before joining Braxton in 1999. Marc started his career at Braxton as a senior negotiator and is now an associate director.

When not at work, Marc is an avid sports fan and enjoys watching boxing and has travelled as far as Las Vegas to support his favourite fighters. Marc also enjoys football and, being based in the South, supports Manchester United!

Living and working in Maidenhead, Marc has a wealth of experience to be able to offer accurate advice when it comes to selling your property.

Tom Adams

SALES MANAGER

Tom Adams, SALES MANAGER

Tom is our Sales Manager and has wealth of experience with over 10 years’ in the property industry with many of them spent working in the London property market.

Tom returned to his Berkshire roots to join Braxton in 2012 and hasn’t looked back. His valuable knowledge of the Maidenhead area and surrounding villages is of great benefit to clients and customers alike.

Away from work, Tom enjoys good food and good company with a drink or two and whilst socialising with friends has been known to have a microphone in his hand in a karaoke bar.

Also big on sport, Tom plays football, squash and golf with friends and is a big Liverpool Football Club supporter making the long trip up to Anfield to cheer them on when he gets the chance.

Tom makes several trips to Ireland each year to spend time with family and loves visiting different parts of the world on holiday with his daughter & girlfriend.

Tom is also a big animal-lover and spends lots of time walking his dogs in the countryside.

CHERRIE ROLSTON

OPERATIONS MANAGER

CHERRIE  ROLSTON, OPERATIONS MANAGER

Cherrie has been with the firm for 14 years and has progressed from Credit Controller to Operations Manager.

In this time, the firm has grown considerably and Cherrie has become an important part of the management structure.

She has lived in Maidenhead for over 35 years, her children have flown the nest and Cherrie now loves to travel all over the world with family and friends.

In her spare time she enjoys jogging, pilates classes and swimming.

Adam Soltys

Property Manager

Adam  Soltys,  Property Manager
Adam Soltys joined Braxton in September 2023 under the role of Property Manager, and works closely alongside the rental team as a first point of contact for both tenants and landlords. Prior to taking on this role at Braxton, Adam enjoyed a successful 19 year career in retail management, and gained qualifications in the field of Mechanical Engineering. In his spare time, Adam is a volunteer for St John’s Ambulance, and works as both a First Aider and a Mental Health Responder.

Ben Fraser

Sales Negotiator

Ben  Fraser, Sales Negotiator

Ben Fraser is the newest member of the Braxton team, having joined the company as a Sales Negotiator in January 2024. Prior to this role, Ben enjoyed a successful career as a Football Coach at a Junior Academy based in Bisham.

Having always held an active interest in the property market, Ben is now keen to bring this enthusiasm and knowledge into supporting Braxton’s busy second-hand and new homes department.

Outside of work, Ben remains a keen footballer, and regularly enjoys playing golf with friends.

Rebecca Young

Sales Support Administrator

Rebecca  Young, Sales Support Administrator

Rebecca Young joined the Braxton team in October 2023 as a Sales Support Administrator, having previously worked in the role of Saturday Viewings Assistant - a position that she held two years.

Prior to joining Braxton, Rebecca was employed for 25 years in the field of Office Management and Customer services.

Having grown up in Burnham, and lived in Holyport for 18 years, she brings a high degree of local knowledge to her role, making her well poised to assist both vendors and applicants with their enquiries.

In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys socialising with friends and family, practicing yoga and meditation, and also indulging her passion for travel!

ANGELA MOODY

SALES PROGRESSOR

ANGELA  MOODY, SALES PROGRESSOR

Angela is the sales progressor at Braxtons, working with the busy residential sales team.

Angela worked for a Windsor estate agency for several years and has lived in Maidenhead from an early age, she has valuable local knowledge of the Maidenhead area and surrounding villages.

Away from the office Angela likes to keep active and enjoy her many interests, including interior design & enthralling travel destinations.

VICKY GRIFFITH

LETTINGS NEGOTIATOR

VICKY GRIFFITH, LETTINGS NEGOTIATOR

In her role as Lettings Negotiator Vicky provides guidance and advice to landlords on every step of the lettings process. She is the first point of contact for potential tenants, and her approachable and methodical manner helps to facilitate their move.

Having gained a degree in Business Studies, she started her career at a start-up looking after customer service. She went on to spend 15 years in business-to-business Public Relations. Skills honed during this time are invaluable in her current role. Customer satisfaction is in Vicky’s core and she will go above and beyond to ensure this happens.

Outside of work Vicky is a Barnardo’s volunteer providing parents and children with mental health support. She has lived in Thames Valley for much of her life and enjoys the countryside with her dog, relaxing with family, and socialising with friends. She visits Snowdonia several times a year to go on scenic mountain walks, as well as keep an eye on her Airbnb.

ROBIN PHILLIP

RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS

ROBIN  PHILLIP, RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS

Robin brings his vast experience of over 20 years in property to Braxton. Robin specialises in the client contact, legal and contract side of all lettings, and brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for property to all his dealings with our clients and applicants.

Outside of the office Robin is an enthusiastic reader and is seldom seen without a book close to hand. He enjoys cooking for family and friends, travel, live comedy and keeping tropical fish. As an unabashed geek he also has a strong love of pop culture.

Margit Walker

Administrator

Margit Walker, Administrator

Margit is our office administrator and has worked for Braxtons since 1996 and her day to day role includes creating property details, updating the website, arranging viewings and valuations.

Margit lives in Bray, having previously lived in London and has excellent knowledge of the local area.

Before Braxton, Margit was a retail buyer for ICI and her hobbies include music, reading and cooking.