M Winkworth : Appointment of Chief Financial Officer

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1 Lumley Street

Mayfair London W1K 6TT

Appointment of Chief Financial Officer 17.10.16

M Winkworth plc ("Winkworth" or the "Company"), the leading franchisor of real estate agencies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Nicol as Chief Financial Officer and member of the Board, effective as of 17 October 2016.

Having qualified as a chartered accountant with KPMG Peat Marwick, Andrew has worked in both the corporate sector and in consultancy, notably with The Boston Consultancy Group and most recently Oxera Consulting. At Winkworth Andrew will be responsible not only for the Company's financial reporting but also for introducing innovations to help further evolve the Winkworth platform and infrastructure.

Dominic Agace, Chief Executive Officer of the Company commented: "We are delighted to welcome Andrew to the Company at a time when the market place presents considerable opportunities. His experience of both working in finance at a senior level and of structuring deals will mark a new step for Winkworth as we build on the leading market position that we have already achieved."

The following details in relation to the appointment of Mr Nicol are disclosed in accordance with Rule 17 and Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules:

Oxera Consulting LLP

Mr Nicol holds no shares or other financial instruments in the Company.

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Winkworth is a leading franchisor of residential real estate agencies and is admitted to trading on the AIM Market of the London Stock Exchange.

pressoffice@winkworth.com 4th Floor

1 Lumley Street

Mayfair London W1K 6TT

Established in Mayfair in 1835, Winkworth has a pre-eminent position in the mid to upper segments of the central London residential sales and lettings markets. In total the company operates from some 100 offices, having expanded consistently in recent years.

The franchise model allows entrepreneurial real estate professionals to provide the highest standards of service under the banner of a well-respected brand name and to benefit from the support and promotion that Winkworth offers. Franchisees deliver in-depth local knowledge and a highly personalised service to their clients.

For further information please visit: www.winkworthplc.com