Business Details
26 Years
experience
Chartered Surveyor in Somerton
Established in 2000, our practice provides specialist chartered surveying services focused on rural estate management and land agency matters. With over three decades of professional experience, including qualifications from the Royal Agricultural College and membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors since 1990, we offer expert guidance on agricultural tenancies, compulsory purchase, and town planning. Our office in Charlton Mackrell, Somerset, serves clients across fifteen English counties with bespoke solutions tailored to rural landowners and businesses. We specialise in planning applications for rural workers' dwellings and have extensive experience in farm business tenancies under the Agricultural Tenancies Act 1995.Our services include preparation of rental tenders, compensation claims, and advising on agricultural holdings lettings. We maintain strong industry affiliations through the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers, where we have held leadership roles since 2007. Our practice combines technical expertise with practical knowledge of woodland management, renewable energy options, and diverse land uses. We provide discreet, independent advice while maintaining collaborative relationships with other professionals for comprehensive client support. Our long-standing client relationships reflect our commitment to delivering cost-effective, tailored solutions for complex rural property matters.
Services
Rural Estate Management
Compulsory Purchase
Town Planning
Access Agreements
Agricultural Valuations
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years' experience in rural surveying and land agency
- Our specialist knowledge covers agricultural tenancies and planning appeals
- We provide discreet, independent advice without corporate structures
- Our practice spans fifteen English counties with regular client referrals
- We maintain leadership roles in professional agricultural valuers' associations
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- Central Association of Agricultural Valuers
Services
Rural Estate Management
We provide comprehensive rural estate management services covering land ownership, farming arrangements, and woodland management. Our expertise includes drafting agricultural agreements under the Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 and Farm Business Tenancies under the 1995 Act. We advise on landlord and tenant matters, lease agreements, and renewable energy options for rural properties.
Compulsory Purchase
Our practice negotiates statutory land acquisitions for infrastructure projects including roads, utilities, and telecommunications. We handle pre-entry matters, compensation claims, and easement agreements. We represent clients in negotiations with statutory authorities and prepare Heads of Terms for long-term land use agreements.
Town Planning
Specialist planning services include rural workers' dwellings applications across fifteen counties. We prepare design statements, planning appeals, and applications for agricultural building conversions. Our expertise covers permitted development rights and removal of dwelling occupancy conditions under current planning legislation.
Access Agreements
We draft temporary land use agreements for construction sites and recreational purposes. Our services include negotiating site compound licences, recreational land agreements, and access arrangements for infrastructure projects while protecting landowners' interests.
Agricultural Valuations
As a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers, we provide expert valuations for farm tenancies, succession agreements, and compensation claims. Our services cover rent reviews, dilapidations claims, and valuation support for contract farming agreements across diverse rural enterprises.
People
Robert Rhys
Chartered Surveyor
MRICS and FAAV qualified surveyor with 30+ years' experience in rural practice. Specialises in agricultural tenancies and planning. Based in Somerset since 2000, serving clients nationally through independent, tailored advice.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across fifteen counties in central southern England, including Somerset, Essex, and Cheshire.
Do you handle agricultural tenancy disputes?
Yes, we advise on both Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 and Farm Business Tenancies under the 1995 Act.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Specialist in rural workers' dwellings and agricultural building conversions under permitted development rights.
Are you qualified to provide valuations?
Yes, as Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors member.
Do you offer online consultations?
Yes, virtual meetings available alongside office visits in Charlton Mackrell, Somerset.
