Business Details
27 Years
experience
Rural Property Experts in Builth Wells
Established in 1999, Chester Master builds upon a legacy dating back to the 1940s, offering expert rural property consultancy and estate management across Wales and the Borders. Our team, including three RICS-qualified and two CAAV-qualified professionals, serves prestigious clients such as the RSPB and Natural Resources Wales. We specialise in managing diverse assets, from agricultural land to heritage-designated properties, combining local knowledge with technical expertise. Our services address complex challenges, including conservation grants, renewable energy projects, and dispute resolution, while maintaining strong client relationships.We prioritise transparency, continuous learning, and collaboration with legal and financial experts to deliver tailored solutions. With over 35,000 acres under management, we blend tradition with innovation to meet evolving rural industry demands. Our commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as trusted advisors in rural property consultancy since the mid-20th century.
Services
Estate Management
Rural Consultancy
Telecommunications Masts
Wind Farms
Rent Collection
Estate Accounting
Land Valuations
Conservation Grants
Renewable Energy Projects
Dispute Resolution
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years combined experience in rural property management
- Our team includes RICS and CAAV qualified professionals
- We manage over 35,000 acres of diverse rural estates
- Specialists in heritage property and conservation compliance
- Proven track record with public sector clients since 1999
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Estate Management
We manage rural estates including agricultural land, woodland, and heritage properties. Our team handles conservation requirements, public access regulations, and tenant agreements. Services combine technical expertise with local knowledge to maintain property value and compliance.
Rural Consultancy
Offering specialist advice on rural business structures, diversification, and regulatory compliance. We assist with tax planning, grant applications, and infrastructure project compensation. Our consultants work with public and private sector clients across Wales and the Borders.
Telecommunications Masts
Managing telecommunications assets on rural properties. We handle lease agreements, rent reviews, and compliance with planning regulations. Our expertise ensures optimal returns while maintaining agricultural land usability and heritage protections.
Wind Farms
Providing consultancy for wind energy projects on rural estates. We assess viability, manage planning applications, and negotiate agreements. Our approach balances renewable energy development with conservation requirements and landowner interests.
Conservation Grants
Assisting landowners with heritage property grants and conservation funding. We navigate complex application processes for listed buildings and protected sites. Our team ensures compliance with heritage regulations while maintaining property functionality.
People
Francis Chester-Master
Director
Director with extensive rural property experience, specialising in estate management and rural business strategy. Leads the firm's consultancy services across Wales and the Borders region.
Gafyn Blakeway
Senior Land Agent
Senior Land Agent with RICS and CAAV qualifications, managing rural estates and providing technical expertise on heritage properties and conservation compliance.
Julia Phillips
Land Agent
Land Agent specialising in rural property management, with focus on agricultural tenancies and estate accounting services for clients across Wales.
Questions
What areas do you cover for estate management?
We specialise in rural property management across Wales and the Borders region.
What types of rural consultancy services do you offer?
Our consultancy includes land valuations, conservation grants, renewable energy projects, and dispute resolution.
How experienced is your team in rural property management?
Our team includes three RICS-qualified and two CAAV-qualified professionals with 80+ years combined experience.
Do you handle heritage-designated properties?
Yes, we manage properties with listed building status and Sites of Special Scientific Interest designations.
