Business Details
24 Years
experience
Expert Rural Property Consultants in Exeter
Acorus Rural Property Services Rural Property Services was established in 2002 and became part of the NFU group of companies in 2024. Our team of Chartered Surveyors specialises in rural property services, including planning consultancy, architectural design, and property sales. Governed by RICS standards, we operate nationwide with regional offices in Exeter and Bury St Edmunds. Our expertise in rural development, combined with strong local authority relationships, enables us to deliver tailored solutions for agricultural, commercial, and residential clients.We pride ourselves on providing a one-stop shop for end-to-end project management, ensuring compliance with planning regulations and building standards. With over two decades of experience, we combine local knowledge with national resources to achieve optimal outcomes for our clients.
Services
Property Planning Consultancy
Rural Architectural Services
Rural Property Sales
Environmental Impact Assessments
Land & Estate Management
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Established since 2002 with NFU group backing
- Led by RICS-accredited Chartered Surveyors and Planning Consultants
- Nationwide service with regional office expertise
- Proven track record in complex rural planning approvals
- Integrated project management from concept to completion
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Great company 100% recommended
Highly recommend
Exceptional hard work
Successful planning permissions
Pleasure to work with
Services
Property Planning Consultancy
Our RICS-accredited consultants specialise in rural planning applications and appeals. We handle agricultural dwellings, barn conversions, and commercial developments, offering feasibility studies, pre-application advice, and condition discharge management. With expertise in Class Q permitted development and agricultural impact assessments, we secure planning permissions for complex rural projects nationwide.
Rural Architectural Services
We provide end-to-end architectural solutions for rural buildings, including barn conversions, new agricultural facilities, and equestrian centres. Our services cover brief development, 3D modelling, planning drawings, and building regulations compliance. Specialising in rural diversification projects, we ensure designs meet both aesthetic and functional requirements while adhering to conservation standards.
Rural Property Sales
Our property sales team handles rural estate transactions across the UK. We market agricultural land, farmhouses, and commercial rural properties, offering valuation services and marketing strategies. With expertise in rural property law and planning considerations, we facilitate smooth transactions for both buyers and sellers in the agricultural sector.
Environmental Impact Assessments
We conduct agricultural and environmental impact assessments for rural developments. Our consultants evaluate potential effects on farmland, drainage, and ecosystems, providing mitigation strategies to secure planning permissions. This includes assessing impacts on protected species and habitats for large-scale rural infrastructure projects.
Land & Estate Management
Our land management services cover rural estate planning, compulsory purchase assistance, and diversification strategies. We advise on land valuation, boundary disputes, and infrastructure projects, offering expertise in rural grant schemes and sustainable estate development for agricultural and commercial clients.
People
James Whilding
Chartered Surveyor
With over 15 years in rural planning, James specialises in complex agricultural developments. He leads planning appeals and Class Q permitted development schemes, maintaining strong local authority relationships to secure approvals for challenging projects.
Megan Masters
Planning Consultant
Megan focuses on rural planning applications and environmental assessments. Her expertise includes agricultural dwellings and equestrian developments, with a track record of successful planning permissions for projects in sensitive rural locations.
Rownald
Consultant
Specialising in agricultural occupancy conditions, Rownald provides expert advice on planning constraints and permitted development schemes. He offers cost-effective solutions for rural property owners seeking development opportunities.
Sarah
Planning Specialist
Sarah manages complex planning cases, including agricultural tie removals and barn conversions. Her technical expertise and attention to detail have delivered multiple successful outcomes for clients facing challenging planning restrictions.
Questions
What rural property services do you offer?
We provide planning consultancy, architectural design, property sales, environmental impact assessments, and land management services for agricultural, commercial, and residential clients.
How do you handle complex planning applications?
Our RICS-accredited team specialises in challenging rural developments, including agricultural tie removals, barn conversions, and permitted development schemes with 20+ years of approval expertise.
Do you operate nationwide?
While based in Exeter and Bury St Edmunds, we deliver services across the UK with regional knowledge and national resources for rural property projects.
What property types do you handle?
We manage agricultural buildings, rural dwellings, commercial estates, equestrian facilities, and diversified farm properties including holiday lets and farm shops.
How are fees structured?
Our fees are project-based with transparent pricing. Specific costs depend on development complexity, with initial consultations available at no obligation.
