OUR JOURNEY
Trusted Property Experts
For generations, Arnolds Keys has grown alongside the communities we serve, developing a reputation for professionalism, integrity and a truly complete property service.
Across residential, commercial, agricultural and professional disciplines, our specialists combine deep local knowledge with a genuine commitment to our clients.
Our history is shaped by the people, places and milestones that have guided us from a small local practice to a respected multi‑disciplinary firm. Explore the key moments that define our journey and discover how our values continue to drive everything we do today.
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Our Roots
Arnolds Keys traces its roots back to 1860 with the founding of rural property specialists ‘Irelands’, quickly becoming a leading agent within the agricultural community.
Meanwhile, Arnolds was established in 1905 by Harry Arnold as a firm of loss adjusters and soon expanded into residential property sales.
In the 1950’s, the firm welcomed Gordon Hockley, an RAF pilot, turned Chartered Surveyor, who was the first of many qualified professionals to join the team. In 1953, Geoffrey Key launched G.A. Key, renowned for its auction and residential property expertise across North Norfolk.
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Into the late 20th Century
The late 1980’s brought significant changes to the property profession. Irelands became part of the Prudential in 1986 but was brought back under management in 1992.
Meanwhile, Arnolds Son & Hockley joined Norwich & Peterborough in 1989, ultimately leading to its own management buyout in 1993.
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The Modern Arnolds Keys
Over two transformative years beginning in 2012, the foundations of our current business were laid. Arnolds and G.A. Key merged, creating Arnolds Keys and offering a full suite of commercial and residential services.
The exciting expansion continued in 2014 with the integration of Irelands, adding expertise in rural and agricultural property and resulting in the well rounded Arnolds Keys of today.
LIFE AT ARNOLDS KEYS
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Working at Arnolds Keys
Working at Arnolds Keys means being part of a team that genuinely cares about people, their homes, and their journeys.
The culture is rooted in collaboration, trust, and a strong sense of local pride, with every office feeling connected to the communities it serves.
You are encouraged to grow, share ideas, and take ownership of your work, all while being supported by colleagues who celebrate successes together and step in when things get busy.
It is a place where professionalism and warmth sit side by side, and where the focus is always on doing the right thing for clients and for each other.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
Arnolds Keys offers the complete property service covering residential, commercial, agricultural and furnished holiday lets. We commit to working towards a common goal using open and honest communication, striving to create positive and longstanding client relationships.
As experts in our fields, our experienced teams will take a client-focused approach to achieve your objectives, continuously training to remain at the forefront of our profession. We look forward to being part of your success.
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COMMITMENT TO THE CUSTOMER
We strive to create positive and long-standing client relationships. We are proactive, polite, patient, and professional.
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INTEGRITY
Confidentiality, reinforced with sound moral and ethical judgement are the foundations upon which our customer service is built.
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TEAMWORK
We commit to working towards a common goal using open and honest communication and mutual support.
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INNOVATION
We will embrace new working practices and technologies in order to build a better business for tomorrow.
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EXPERTISE
We are experts in our fields and will continuously train to improve and remain at the forefront of our profession.