The Partners & Directors
Graham Butt, Chairman – FNAEA, MARLA
With over 50 years in estate agency, Graham Butt began his career in the 1960s with the family firm in Brighton and Hove before opening his first office in Littlehampton in 1971. Since then, the business has grown into Rustington, Angmering, and East Preston, while remaining proudly independent and family-run. As Chairman, Graham continues to uphold the values he built the company on — ensuring buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants all receive the same care and attention today as they did over half a century ago.
David Butt, Managing Director – CeMap, ANAEA
David is Graham’s oldest son and the Managing Director of the business. He started his career in 1985 working for an independent agent, in Maidstone, before joining General Accident Property Services as the Area Manager of the Maidstone area, looking after offices in Barming, Bearsted, Larkfield, Lenham and Maidstone. He joined the Family business in 2003.
He lives at Bramley Green, Angmering with his wife Carole (who worked at our East Preston Office for 17 years) they have two grown-up sons James and Peter. James also works within the business as the Branch Director of our Littlehampton office.
David played cricket for Mote Cricket Club in Maidstone for almost 25 years. He also played regularly for the county league sides and football at a similar standard. Now, he spends his spare time playing golf at Ham Manor and can be found keeping fit at the local Lanes Health Club early in the morning.
Clare Butt, Director
Clare Butt, born in Rustington, began her estate agency career with Bernard Tucker before joining Graham at the Littlehampton office in 1975. Since then, she has managed both Littlehampton and Rustington branches, playing a vital role in the growth and success of the family business. Married to Graham for over 40 years, Clare remains committed to upholding the strong family values that define the company today.
Gill Cox, Director – MARLA
Gill has been a dedicated part of the company since 2001, beginning her journey in the sales department before transitioning to lettings in 2008. As an ARLA registered associate, Gill thrives on the challenges that Lettings presents and is passionate about delivering the best possible service to our landlords. Now the Company Director, Gill leads with experience and commitment.
Residing in East Preston, Gill balances her professional life with being a mom to a young son who keeps her busy outside of work. In her spare time, she enjoys holidays abroad and spending time with friends. She can often be found at the local gym.
Award Winning Service
We have successfully entered many Estate Agency competitions and have won several awards for the service that we have provided, including being voted the ‘Best Estate Agency in West Sussex’ for 3 consecutive years in the Daily Mail property awards.
We have also won awards for dealing successfully with more London and relocating clients than any other company in our category in the National Relocation Agent Network Awards for customer service.
Professional Qualifications & Accreditations
Moving house is likely to be one of the most complex and expensive decisions you are ever likely to make. Unlike many professions, an estate agent does not have to belong to a professional body which means their conduct and working practices do not have to conform to a strict code of conduct designed to protect you, the consumer.
At Graham Butt Estate Agents we belong to a number of professional bodies, including the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA) and The Property Ombudsman, which hopefully will give you the confidence that we are a company that you can trust.
Before you choose an estate agent, ask if they are a member of a professional body. If the answer is no, you may want to ask why not?