An independent Chippenham estate agency is celebrating its first year in business this month.

Since its launch in May 2004, the Michael Antony estate agency in New Road has gone from strength to strength- and its success has enabled proprietor, Chris Hunt to more than double the number of his staff, to a total of six.

"As an independent estate agents we have more freedom to try out different things and we have a very comprehensive package and personal service," he said.

"Business is going very well we sold three houses on Saturday."

To mark this occasion and to share in the celebration of their success, Mr Hunt is giving away a bottle of wine to all the past and present clients who have sold or are selling their property through the agency.

The estate agents' is also running a free prize draw for a bottle of champagne for all their past and present sellers and buyers. The winning ticket will be drawn on June 30 and the lucky winner will have their prize delivered to them.

The company is also taking on a student for work experience over the summer holidays.