It takes a certain kind of garage to serve a place like Uckfield. On the one hand, the small East Sussex community is a typical country town, providing a central hub for villages in the area. At the same time, it is a London commuter dormitory, and a terminus to boot, with the bright lights less than an hour away. If that’s not enough, it’s also in the midst of a frenzy of house-building, with around 1,000 homes being added in just the latest development. With a mixture of long-term residents and new arrivals, you will need to be well set up to cater for a mix of customers. Step forward then, Uckfield Motor Services. 56 AFTERMARKET APRIL 2024 GARAGE VISIT www.aftermarketonline.net An up-and-coming garage serving a growing little town; Who wouldn’t want to be where Uckfield Motor Services is at? Balance The family business was founded in 1992 by Symon Cockill and his wife Melanie. It is now run by their children, namely Edward Cockill, his brother Harry and their sister Hannah. “Harry is our Workshop Director” said Edward, “I look after the business side, while Hannah is our Accounts Director.” On how they work as a team, Edward observed: “My brother hates me because I constantly message him at 2am when I’ve had a great idea.” He continued: “Our mum and dad are there for advice and advice and big decisions. We still will sit down as a party of five to make big decisions.” On whether their father was still on the tools, WISH YOU WERE HERE
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