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As the show season is almost upon us, we wanted to let you know where you will spot us this summer. Ayr Show 9th May: You’ll find us on the Craig Wilson stand All Energy Conference 13th May: You will spot our team at the event NSA Scotsheep 10th June: We will have a stand [...]

Alasdair Allan, Associate Director, has outlined the most recent changes to infrastructure projects across Scotland and Northern England – including new ones in the pipeline. Aberdeenshire: Kintore – Tealing new 400kV line. The final route for this project has been outlined, but is now subject to a public enquiry, which is likely to create uncertainty [...]

Are you set for the future?   Understanding the value of your assets now allows you to protect them for the future, but do you know what your estate is really worth? Professional estate planning has never been more important – especially if your estate is worth £M’s. For example, if your estate is worth £5.5M, [...]

As the number of renewable energy projects increases, more land managers will be affected by ancillary work required to enable these projects. It is essential that you negotiate the land rights before work starts.  D&R has a team of infrastructure specialists who can advise you on what actions to take from the outset. You may [...]

When a property comes to market that you are eager to purchase, it is sensible to be as prepared as possible to put yourself in the best position to make an offer. Here are our top tips when looking to buy property: Early legal: Appoint a specialist solicitor immediately—ideally one with rural expertise, to identify and [...]

The property and land market initially entered 2026 with improved stability and growing confidence among both buyers and sellers. It was underpinned by reduced interest rates, greater clarity on Inheritance Tax (IHT) policy, and a more settled economic backdrop. However, there is now a little more caution due to the conflict in the Middle East, [...]

At Davidson & Robertson (D&R), our multi-disciplinary services support the purchase and development of an estate on the Isle of Harris Finsbay, on the Isle of Harris, came to market in 2021. The holding includes three modern Austrian lodges, two traditional stone cottages, and fishing on three systems, including around 100 lochs. Agency support: D&R [...]

Clients often ask us what the most important factors are to help when selling their property. Here, we have listed our top 5 tips to make your property ready for sale: Hire a Strategic Agent: Choose an expert with both local roots and national reach. Look for multi-disciplinary skills to help you identify “hidden” value [...]

Davidson & Robertson (D&R), the rural experts with offices across Northern England and Scotland, has strengthened their senior team with the appointment of Tracey Jackson as Senior Associate. A qualified Chartered Surveyor with over fifteen years of experience, Tracey Jackson brings a wealth of expertise in rural surveying having held senior positions both in the [...]

New launch: Helpline for a  farming network’s members faced with infrastructure issues in Cumbria Davidson & Robertson (D&R) has partnered with The Cumbria Farmer Network (TCFN), providing a free helpline to support members faced with infrastructure issues. Demand for support is growing as the Cross Border Connection Project and other infrastructure projects gather pace.  The [...]

Farmer and Land Agent Kerry Clark has been promoted to Senior Land Agent at Davidson & Robertson, in recognition of her expanding role supporting landowners and occupiers affected by infrastructure projects and her increased level of responsibility across regional infrastructure schemes. With a lifetime of farming experience, her previous role as NFUS Regional Manager for [...]

The Cross Border Connection (Galashiels to Cumbria) is a joint development between SPEN in Scotland and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) in England. The two parties are working closely on the project, with SPEN at least a year ahead of their English counterpart who has only just announced consultations. Both will need to be aligned [...]