Secluded but not isolated, Girdwoodend in South Lanarkshire is a well-positioned lifestyle property with varied commercial potential. There is a stunning four bedroom farmhouse, extensive commercial outbuildings, a studio, and over 10 acres of garden, woodland and pond to enjoy. The smallholding is currently run as a home with a hardwood timber business and school […]
Author Archives: Davidson Robertson
Estate Management, Rural Valuations
The importance of understanding your property portfolio in times of change
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Jul
Jul
There is still speculation about what the new government will deliver for the agricultural industry. There are already pledges in place, with policies set to follow, but what are the anticipated implications for land managers? Paul Robinson, D&R Director based in Cockermouth said “The government has pledged to improve food security and to ensure more […]
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Jul
Jul
A growing number of rural properties are being sold privately (off-market). The decision to sell privately is a very personal one. Not everyone wants to be on the open market, and for those who don’t, the key reasons for choosing to sell off-market include: Discrete, private and confidential Prequalified ready to move, motivated buyers Cut […]
04
Jul
Jul
This Spring, we’ve seen a fivefold increase in rural property owners approaching us to sell their properties. The number coming to market is increasing, and more sellers are choosing us as their agent for both on and off-market sales. Confidence in what we can achieve for both buyers and sellers is very encouraging. Word spreads […]
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Jul
Jul
Permitted Development Rights (PDR’s) allow agricultural businesses to make changes to existing buildings or erect new agricultural buildings without the need for a full planning application. Recent changes have opened up more opportunities for property owners. In May 2024, England and Wales updated PDR’s, with increased opportunities for agricultural buildings. The new guidelines should make […]
Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Case Study: D&R supports Carloonan Farm to reverse years of losses
02
Jul
Jul
Nestled in the charming and tranquil district of Argyll and Bute is Carloonan Farm in Inverary. The farm has been battling with SSEN for just over a year to get a fair and proper compensation package for disruption caused by the installation of a new overhead line. The line, which is the second project of […]
Renewable Energy and Storage, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Electrical Infrastructure Upgrades: Essential guide to protecting your land and business
01
Jul
Jul
The drive towards Net-Zero energy requires swathes of electrical infrastructure upgrades across the country to form a network that will support the increased demand for electricity. Historically, energy was generated from a few large power stations, in the future most of this energy will be generated in rural locations. The nature of the electrical lines […]
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Jun
Jun
On June 28th, Senior Director Martin Hall, became President of CAAV (Central Association of Agricultural Valuers). CAAV members are agricultural and rural valuers who provide professional advice and valuation expertise on issues affecting the countryside. Martin was elected to the Executive Committee in 2021 and sits on the CAAV Panel of Arbitrators. As Vice President, […]
27
Jun
Jun
The draft Land Reform (Scotland) Bill was introduced on the 13th of March 2024. It has yet to go through the full parliamentary process at Holyrood and is expected to be enacted later this year. It is likely to come into effect in phases. The Bill is a significant piece of legislation and will affect […]
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Jun
Jun
Proposed reforms to the national grid connection process mean demand from renewables developers for land rights is set to increase massively. For landowners, it opens a new set of opportunities which could be transformative for their businesses. Last year, there was an amnesty for developers who secured a grid connection but did not feel they […]
