We have number of farms and properties for sale at any given time - these can be viewed on the UK Land & Farms website by clicking here or on the link below.

We currently have a significant area in Northumberland and Durham under our management, helping landowners maximise income from their land and enhance the inheritance for future generations.

The Rural team offers a personal service, helping to advise on the right course of action to meet your needs.

In today's challenging economic climate we can help you to maximise your assets, offering advice on diversification, grant applications, subsidies, finance, tax planning, preparation of business plans and claims against statutory undertakers.

We provide professional services relating to:

Agricultural mortgages Rural Property Services are your local Agents for The Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC), market leaders and specialists in farm business finance.

Rural Property Services are your local Agents for The Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC), market leaders and specialists in farm business finance. If you are looking for a competitive, secured business loan, tailored to your business needs, we can assist you by providing information about AMC and by completing your AMC loan application as well. This service is free and a setting up fee is only payable to AMC if you accept any loan offer that is made. Some key features of AMC loans: Loans are available at competitive rates Loans can be for any period from five to 40 years Standard Loan (minimum £25,001) Interest only or annuity Fixed or variable interest rates available (or a combination) No annual reviews or annual fees Flexible Facility (minimum £30,000) An alternative to your bank overdraft without changing your day-to-day banking arrangements A competitive annual fee As long as all obligations to AMC are met, loans are uncallable and can pass from generation to generation The loan process is straightforward and hassle free As your local AMC Agents, Rural Property Services have specialist knowledge which allows us to understand your business. We have an excellent record in putting the best case forward on our customers behalf. All discussions and loan applications are dealt with in total confidence. Call Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 608980 to discuss your proposal and to start your AMC loan application today.

Business planning We will assist you in helping you to invest and plan for the future to maximise the returns...

We will assist you in helping you to invest and plan for the future to maximise the returns from your estate or farm. If you have an idea for a rural business whether it is converting buildings for holiday lets or to building a new state of the art abattoir we can assist in preparing a business plan, obtaining grant funding, finance and planning permission. We can then assist in the strategic management of the business leaving you to concentrate on the day to day running. Our staff can keep management accounts and report monthly so that you can monitor how your business is performing. We will liaise with your lawyers and accountants and other advisors to ensure that the business runs as smoothly as possible. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Compulsory purchase The complexities of compulsory purchase are understood by our specialist team...

The complexities of compulsory purchase are understood by our specialist team, who will act on your behalf to secure not only the best compensation but also equally importantly manage work to reduce the effect of the scheme, whether it be a road scheme, electricity or gas, oil or water pipelines. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Conservation and Environmental schemes The new environmental schemes administered by Natural England are constantly evolving...

The new environmental schemes administered by Natural England are constantly evolving and can be extremely complex. We have extensive experience of compiling successful applications which deliver the environmental aims and an additional income to help maintain a healthy farming business. Contact Charles Bolam on 01670 519083 or 07525 233644

Development At RPS Property Consultants we pride ourselves on being able to maximise the potential...

At RPS Property Consultants we pride ourselves on being able to maximise the potential of your development land and buildings. You may be considering a series of barn or office conversions or the building of new homes. And if appropriate we can advise which national & local builders that will best suit your development. We cover every aspect from preparing planning applications to negotiating options and conditional contacts with developers. We will work from inception to completion with team of specialists to ensure your objectives are met. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Estate & land management We offer a full property management service from Country Estates...

We offer a full property management service from Country Estates to single residential properties to include: Rent collection, Management accounts, Supervision of repairs and maintenance Strategic advice on estate policy. Our management package seeks to provide a positive approach which will add value to your property. We will set out clearly what we include within our management services, which are tailored to your particular needs. We will produce a budget of income and expenditure for the financial year together with regular reports as required through the year including management accounts produced on our QuickBooks Accounts Package in a form which your accountants will be able to incorporate in your annual tax return. Our aim is to provide you with a high standard of service in a personal and cost effective manner and to develop a close and long term working relationship with you. We use Estateman Software to collect rents, undertake reviews and re-lettings and will arrange and supervise maintenance work. Each year and as matters arise we will advise and consult you on key strategies and activities including major capital projects and improvements, sales and purchases etc. Above all we will seek to give good sound professional advice. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Farm and Land Sales We have a wide number of farms and properties with land for sale...

We have a number of farms and properties with land for sale which can be accessed on the UK Land & Farms website. Simply put in "North East" into the search facility and all of the properties that we have for sale will be displayed. You can refine your search by selecting the appropriate county. Our experienced Farm Sales team work on the sale and purchase of farms and land for clients and would be very happy to discuss your requirements whether for immediate action or something to consider for the longer term. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Forestry With the experience of managing a wide breadth of forestry...

With the experience of managing a wide breadth of forestry, from commercial conifer plantations to smaller farm woodlands, we can advise on how to maximise the timber, sporting and conservation value of your woodland. Contact Charles Bolam on 01670 519083 or 07525 233644

Grants The many sources of grant funding and rural business assistance can be an essential component...

The many sources of grant funding and rural business assistance can be an essential component of a start up or business expansion, but are extremely diverse and difficult to locate. We are constantly working on behalf of clients with grant providers to secure the best funding deals for rural businesses both large and small. Contact Charles Bolam on 01670 519083 or 07525 233644

Mapping All Landowners are advised to register their title of land...

All Landowners are advised to register their title of land. We can prepare voluntary first registration using our mapping system in order to protect your assets. Our GIS mapping system means we have the flexibility to speedily prepare professional plans of properties in a variety of different scales and forms. Maps can be provided as hard copies or in digital format subject to your requirements. Contact Shirlee Watson 01434 611964

Mineral extraction Whether it is gravel, stone or other minerals we can advise

Whether it is gravel, stone or other minerals we can advise you on the best options to take and negotiate the best terms for mineral and surface leases Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Mobile phone masts Mobile mast operators are more than ever seeking to reduce their network costs...

Mobile mast operators are more than ever seeking to reduce their network costs by restricting rent reviews. We have advised a number of estates and farms on the installation process and the negotiation of leases. If you are approached please contact us as we can help you to maximise your income from the mobile phone companies. Contact Charles Bolam on 01670 519083 or 07525 233644

Sporting management and advice We have been involved in shooting for many years; from keepering...

We have been involved in shooting for many years; from keepering, beating and picking up to enjoying the odd driven day! We therefore understand all the factors that go to make a good shoot. Accordingly we are able to advise on the letting and management of sporting rights of estates maximising potential returns whether lowland or upland shooting. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Valuations We offer a full range of valuations for mortgage, insurance, probate, divorce and tax purposes

We offer a full range of valuations for mortgage, insurance, probate, divorce and tax purposes or simply as an indication of market value. We are panel valuers for a number of banks, including LloydsTSB, HSBC and AMC. Negotiations with the Valuation Office are a regular part of our work. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968

Wind farms & turbines We have advised a number of landowners in relation to some of the largest proposed wind farms...

We have advised a number of landowners in relation to some of the largest proposed wind farms in the county and have acted for some of the leading wind farm operators. Having negotiated terms from both sides of the fence we have an excellent working knowledge to enable us to obtain the best terms for our clients. If you are approached by a wind farm operator it is essential that you contact us from the outset to protect your interests and so we can explain all the implications of a proposed scheme. Contact Robbie Hutchinson on 01434 611968