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Chartered Surveyors and Land Agents for Farmers and Landowners Across the North West

Our director, Luke Banks MRICS FAAV, is an RICS Registered Valuer with more than a decade's experience in Land Agency. We provide valuations, planning, grant applications, sales and lettings and utility compensation claims, from first enquiry to completion.

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Farm grants

Grant Funding Secured for Our Clients

awarded to our clients since 2023

Grants and scheme agreements awarded to our clients’ farm businesses, to November 2026. Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship figures are full agreement values.

Our goal: £10,000,000 by 202772% there

How we help with grants
  • Capital Grants
  • Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier
  • Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI)
  • Improving Farm Productivity
  • Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF)

Rural Surveying and Land Agency Services Across the North West

We are Chartered Surveyors and Land Agents based near Preston, acting for farmers, landowners, estates, developers and local authorities throughout the North West.

What Our Clients Say

4.9/5

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Google reviews

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  • We have used Luke on a number of occasions and couldn’t recommend him highly enough.

    Luke has successfully helped us obtain planning permission and prior approval, including securing approval for a building that others had previously been unable to get through. His knowledge of rural planning is exceptional.

    He has also been invaluable when it comes to rural grants. Luke seems to know exactly what funding is available and has always made sure we don’t miss out on anything we may be eligible for. He has even completed the applications and paperwork for us, making the whole process incredibly straightforward. He is extremely knowledgeable, approachable, reliable and always willing to help.

    Having someone who genuinely understands planning, grants and the practicalities of agricultural and rural businesses is invaluable. We have trusted Luke with a number of different matters over the years and he has consistently delivered for us.

    We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.

    Diane HallGoogle review

  • We can’t thank Banks Chartered Surveyors enough for all their help in getting our planning application approved.

    Our planning in principle application had initially been turned down, but Luke was confident that the decision was wrong and was determined to fight our corner. He put in an appeal on our behalf and thankfully won the appeal and got us the result we were hoping for.

    Throughout the whole process Luke has kept us fully informed and explained things clearly, which gave us great confidence that our case was in safe hands. His knowledge determination and professionalism really stood out and he didn’t give up when the initial decision went against us.

    We are absolutely delighted with the outcome and would highly recommend Banks Chartered Surveyors to anyone needing help with planning. Thank you again Luke for all your help and getting us the result we wanted.

    emma baxterGoogle review

  • Luke was absolutely fantastic helping me with a planning application. He was so helpful, approachable and knowledgeable throughout, and made the whole process much easier for me. I really appreciated all his help and couldn’t recommend him highly enough. Thank you, Luke!

    Joe SuttonGoogle review

  • I can't thank Luke enough for all his hard work and commitment. Communication throughout the entire process was brilliant. Any questions I had he answered clearly and promptly. I would highly recommend Banks Chartered Surveyors to anyone. Thank you again to Luke and his team

    Laura LouGoogle review

Had a Letter from a Utility Company or the Council? Don't Sign Anything Yet.

When an electricity, water, gas or telecoms company wants to put pipes, cables or poles on your land, or an authority wants to buy part of it, you're entitled to fair payment and compensation. They often pay a landowner's reasonable professional fees too, so expert advice may cost you nothing.

We Will:

  • check the offer and the agreement before you sign
  • negotiate the payment for the equipment and for any easement
  • record the condition of your land before work starts
  • claim for crop loss, disturbance and reinstatement afterwards
  • handle compulsory purchase compensation claims from start to finish

Whether fees are paid depends on the company and the scheme. We’ll confirm this before any work starts.

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How It Works

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  2. We Look at the Land and the Paperwork

    We visit if we need to, read the letters and agreements, and explain your options.

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A North West Firm for Farmers and Landowners

Established in Hutton, Preston, in 2023, we act principally for farmers, landowners and rural estates throughout the North West.

Our director, Luke Banks MRICS FAAV, brings more than a decade's experience in Land Agency to every instruction.

Meet the team
Luke Banks MRICS FAAV, our director, on farmland beside a field drain
  • RICS Registered Valuer for Red Book valuations
  • Fellow of the CAAV, the specialist body for rural valuation and land agency
  • More than a decade in Land Agency
  • Fully insured with professional indemnity cover as required by RICS

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Common Questions About Land Agents and Rural Surveyors

Who pays the Surveyor’s fees for a wayleave or easement?

Frequently the utility company. Water, electricity, gas and telecoms operators often meet a landowner’s reasonable professional fees as part of a wayleave or easement agreement. We will confirm whether this applies before any work begins.

Who pays for a Surveyor on a compulsory purchase claim?

Often the acquiring authority. Reasonable professional fees for a compulsory purchase compensation claim are commonly met by the authority acquiring the land.

What is an RICS Red Book valuation?

A formal valuation undertaken by an RICS Registered Valuer in accordance with the RICS Valuation Global Standards, known as the Red Book. It is the recognised standard for valuations for inheritance tax, capital gains tax, lending and litigation.

Which farm grants can you help with?

Capital Grants, the Sustainable Farming Incentive, Countryside Stewardship, the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund and the Improving Farm Productivity grant. Schemes open and close through the year, so please call us to confirm which are currently available.

How are your fees agreed?

Every instruction is different, so we agree the fee with you in writing before any work begins. On wayleave and compulsory purchase claims, the utility company or acquiring authority often pays reasonable professional fees.

Do you only act for farmers?

No. Most of our clients are farmers, landowners and rural estates, but we also act for developers, local authorities and residential and commercial clients, on agricultural, residential and commercial property.

Where are you based?

Our head office is on Grange Lane in Hutton, near Preston, and we have a second office at Clitheroe Auction Mart. We act for clients throughout the North West.

Contact a Chartered Surveyor and Land Agent in Preston

No instruction is too small, from a single field plan to a full farm valuation. Call or email us to discuss your requirements.

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07857 877925
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Head office
Bamfords Farm, Grange Lane, Hutton, Preston PR4 5JE
Visitors are welcome to call in. Meetings can be booked by phone, or contact us by email.
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Clitheroe office
Rural Business Centre, Clitheroe Auction Mart, Ribblesdale Centre, Lincoln Way, Clitheroe BB7 1QD
Main sale days, or by appointment
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