NEWS & INSIGHTS
As pioneers in the industry we are often in the news; here we list various things that may interest you – Industry Comments are topical items of relevance to many of our clients, In The News includes generic news releases that are similarly topical and interesting.
Be Inspired is our thinking intended to help thought leaders and those embarking on the rural development and diversification journey. Other news items include things that our clients and we are proud of and share them with you to help, interest and sometimes amuse.
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ADVISORY INSIGHT: PLAY CAN PAY – PLAY BASED VISITOR ATTRACTIONS by DAWN MERCER
Natural play, a commercial diversification opportunity or a social project? Public sector budget cuts have seen investment into public green open spaces, parks and play facilities fall dramatically in recent years. Schools are ever more focused on academic methodologies and
INDUSTRY COMMENT: PLANNING FOR SOLAR – A RAY OF SUNLIGHT by WILLY BROWNE-SWINBURNE
Solar developers can now think differently when presenting a scheme to the planning authority. As the cost of delivering solar has reduced and the climate change agenda is demanding more renewable energy schemes, it seems we are back on track
RURAL BUSINESS SURVEY 2019 FINDINGS: UNCERTAINTY GALVANISES LANDOWNERS TO INVEST
We are delighted to share with you the outcomes from our 2019 Rural Business Survey. The client sentiment survey is run annually to monitor the attitudes of land and estate owners to investment, diversification and planning in the current economic,
5G PRESENTS BETTER CONNECTIONS FOR RURAL BUSINESS by JOANNE HALTON
Given the daily changes at Westminster currently, we were surprised but pleased to hear that Nicky Morgan, the culture secretary has announced the launch of The Rural Connected Communities Competition. The competition is designed to establish 10 rural test areas
ADVISORY INSIGHT: HEALTH AND WELLBEING DIVERSIFICATION by RICHARD BALDWIN
The benefits of getting outside and re-engaging with the rich natural environment are fundamental to our physical and mental health. Studies from around the world show that simply being outside can improve memory, fight depression and lower blood pressure. The
INDUSTRY COMMENT: BIODIVERSITY NET GAIN GATHERS PACE AS NPPG (NATIONAL PLANNING POLICY GUIDANCE) ISSUES NEW GUIDANCE BY FIONA TIPLADY
The Government has recently issued details on how biodiversity net gain should be delivered as part of new development. Along with their response to DEFRA’s own consultation on mandating net gain in new development, it has been confirmed that all
RURAL SOLUTIONS TEAM SET TO TAKE PART IN CYCLING THE LENGTH OF THE UK CHALLENGE IN AID OF COUNTRY TRUST CHARITY
After our support for Sam Boatwright and his epic triathlon, we were inspired to challenge ourselves. We have decided that in order to allow for as many colleagues to get involved as possible, we will work as a team to
PLANNING NEWS: PARA 79E CONSENT ACHIEVED FOR OFF-GRID HYDROGEN HOUSE IN DEVON – A EUROPEAN FIRST IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING FOR A SINGLE HOUSE
We are delighted to announce our latest Para 79e consent at the Autarkic House project in Devon, in collaboration with architects, Studio Exe. The project is understood to be the first of its kind in the UK and even Europe.
THE WARRIOR RETURNS: SAM BOATWRIGHT RETURNS TO SKIPTON ON THE COMPLETION OF HIS EPIC TRIATHLON
Sam Boatwright, our local epic triathlete finally finished his latest voyage at our Skipton offices. Sam set himself the mammoth challenge of swimming the channel, cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats and running back. He set off on Wednesday
PLANNING NEWS: CONSENT GAINED IN WEST BERKSHIRE FOR OLD DAIRY TO BECOME RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
We are delighted to have gained prior approval from West Berkshire Council for the conversion of a former dairy building within an operational farm on the edge of an idyllic rural village to provide residential accommodation. The dairy building was
ADVISORY INSIGHT: DIVERSIFYING INTO THE DRINKS TOURISM MARKET by DAWN MERCER
No one can deny the booming trend in quality, artisan alcoholic beverages, and these are increasingly becoming a popular subject for rural landowners to look at producing and leveraging as a tourist attraction on their site. There is an emerging
INDUSTRY COMMENT: CLIMATE CHANGE, BREXIT AND BORIS – THE PERFECT STORM by WILLY BROWNE-SWINBURNE
Whatever happens before and after 31st October, rural land use is going to change. Now is the moment for landowners to get on the front foot and embrace biodiversity as part of their long-term estate strategy. Health and Harmony, The
INDUSTRY COMMENT: CLA CLIMATE CHANGE SUMMIT – LANDOWNERS ARE THE OPPORTUNITY AND AT THE HEART OF CHANGE by GEORGINA SANKEY
The CLA’s Climate Change Summit earlier this month was both pertinent and timely. There is perhaps no other subject that can have such a fundamental impact on the future of the countryside and those who live, work and enjoy it,
PLANNING NEWS: NEVILL HOLT SHORTLISTED FOR RIBA STIRLING PRIZE
We are delighted to share the news that our Nevill Holt theatre project designed by Witherford Watson Mann Architects has received no fewer than four RIBA awards, including the prestigious RIBA National Award 2019 and also now shortlisted for the
PLANNING NEWS: PARA 79 PLOT ON THE MARKET
We are intrigued to see one of our Para 79 projects going up for sale recently. It has been noted as Yorkshire’s most expensive ‘self build’ plots. Full article here Planner James Ellis said about the news “This was an
PLANNING NEWS: REDEVELOPMENT OF OLD MILL SITE IN YORKSHIRE NEARING COMPLETION
Rural Solutions have recently worked closely with developer, Candelisa, on their current housing project in Cononley, North Yorkhire, which is now nearing completion. The innovative project has consisted of the redevelopment a former historic textile mill. The development, designed by
IN THE NEWS: HIGH COURT RULING ON NPPF TILTED BALANCE
Earlier this week, an important High Court decision was handed down in relation to developer Wavendon Properties application for 203 homes on greenfield land to the north of Woburn Sands near Milton Keynes. The decision is a landmark case not
ADVISORY PROFILE: GET TO KNOW OUR ADVISORY PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR, TIIU SHELLEY
Tiiu has been a part of the Rural Solutions team since 2015 having started her career in broadcast journalism. Since joining the company as a planning administrator, Tiiu has progressed to being a key part of our stellar advisory team.
IN THE NEWS: WINE INDUSTRY NOW ONE OF THE FASTEST-GROWING AGRICULTURAL SECTORS IN THE UK
With a record-breaking 3-million vine planted within the last year, the UK wine industry is now one of the fastest-growing agricultural sectors. Recent figures released by the industry’s trade body Wines of Great Britain (WineGB), state that the new record
IN THE NEWS: GOVERNMENT LAUNCHES NEW RURAL GIGABIT CONNECTIVITY PROGRAMME
This month saw the launch of the government’s 2-year Rural Gigabit Connectivity (RGC) programme, which is aimed at making sure rural areas are not disadvantaged by a lack of access to high-speed internet compared to the rest of the country.
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RURAL SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES NEW ECOLOGY TEAM
Rural Solutions is pleased to announce the recruitment of two... -
PLANNING AND DESIGN NEWS: FARM SHOP CONSENTED AT APPEAL IN DEVON
After a significantly challenging journey, the decision to grant consent... -
SIMON HALEY INTRODUCES THE FIRST CULTIVATE CONFERENCE – SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 2020
Change is a constant factor, never more-so than in the... -
ARE THE UPCOMING ELECTION MANIFESTOS FIT TO HELP RURAL BUSINESS?
With the three main national political parties having published their... -
DESIGN AND PLANNING NEWS: EQUINE LEISURE DIVERSIFICATION CONSENTED IN NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
We are delighted to share news that we have secured... -
PLANNING APPROVED FOR RECONFIGURATION AND UPDATE OF A LARGE CARAVAN SITE AT CAYTON NEAR SCARBOROUGH
Rural Solutions has secured planning consent for the reconfiguration and... -
ADVISORY INSIGHT: WHAT MAKES AN ENTERPRISING ESTATE
Based on the recent Farm Business Innovation Show presentation.In the... -
RURAL SOLUTIONS SMASH LATEST CHARITY CHALLENGE
On Friday 1st November we completed our charity cycle challenge... -
PROGRESS AT NIDDERDALE AONB ECO-HOUSE
An eco-house in Nidderdale is under construction and its design... -
OUR HERITAGE: RURAL SOLUTIONS & BROUGHTON HALL
Rural Solutions is celebrating two milestones this year. It’s 30...
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