CASE STUDY: Negotiating an extension to the Crystal Rig Windfarm Thirteen years ago, Neil Anderson, Farm Manager at Harehead Farms, asked D&R to represent Harehead, negotiating terms with Fred. Olsen Renewables Limited for an extension to the Crystal Rig Wind Farm complex ( CRIV). Beginning in 2003 with 25 turbines, the complex would grow to […]
Tag Archives: davidson and robertson
04
Nov
Nov
Exploring the changes to rural industry and professional advice For 135 years, D&R has supported clients through major infrastructure developments, from the arrival of power in the Highlands and the creation of the National Grid to building the M8 and upgrades to the A9. Today, we continue this legacy, helping landowners navigate the transition to […]
Net Zero, Renewable Energy and Storage, Rural News
Review existing renewable contracts now to protect income in the future
03
Nov
Nov
Looking at existing renewable contracts now can protect new contract income in the future Farmers and landowners with existing wind turbine and renewable energy contracts are being urged to plan. Waiting until the final years of a contract could mean missing substantial financial opportunities or being excluded from future projects entirely. D&R advises clients to […]
03
Nov
Nov
November regional infrastructure update Aberdeenshire: Kintore – Tealing new 400kV line. The route for this project was subject to a public inquiry in September, to review agricultural impacts, with the Reporters expecting to issue a final decision in January. . This caused yet more delays and uncertainty; however, we are pleased to report that we […]
Rural News, Utilities and Infrastructure Projects
Powering the Cumbria Ring – what farmers need to know
04
Aug
Aug
Cumbria Ring infrastructure project – top five considerations for landowners faced with infrastructure issues Farmers and landowners across Cumbria are being affected by a major new electricity transmission upgrade, known as the Cumbria Ring. Over £1 billion is being invested by SP Electricity North West (ENW) to modernise the energy infrastructure, but many of those […]
07
Mar
Mar
Iona’s a Woman in Agriculture Graduate Surveyor Iona Smith, who is based in Davidson & Robertson’s Ayr office, is working towards her APC with the goal of becoming a Chartered Surveyor. But she is also a very busy lady away from the office. Iona grew up on an Ayrshire beef and sheep farm and was […]
14
Sep
Sep
There are a growing number of infrastructure projects in Southern Scotland and Northern England that will affect land and property owners Paul Robinson, Associate and Chartered Surveyor at Davidson & Robertson, has seen an increase in infrastructure and development projects affecting clients across northern England and southern Scotland. Paul joined Davidson & Robertson in […]
18
Feb
Feb
The last 12 months has seen the further evolution of the market for forestry land and the emergence of a new sub-sector of the land market driven by carbon and environmental factors. Head of Rural & Agency George Hipwell explains the latest market developments and outlines the opportunities for landowners. Davidson & Robertson have been involved […]
18
Feb
Feb
Employing a sales team with specialist skills and experience is vital for unlocking value. Joe Bell from the sales team explains how having a sales strategy and marketing expertise can maximise your properties value. D&R were instructed to sell Overgate at Mealsgate in West Cumbria – a smallholding consisting of a listed farmhouse, traditional and […]
17
Feb
Feb
New face joins Davidson & Robertson’s team to support farming resilience The significant changes to support for farming and land management have increased the level of enquiries at Davidson & Roberson (D&R), leading to the appointment of Abigail Wass as Assistant Land Agent. Abigail is working with farmers and landowners who have a range of […]
- 1
- 2
