Business Details
Expert Rural Property Services in Hampshire
Giles Wheeler-Bennett is an established multi-disciplined land agency company practising throughout Hampshire and surrounding counties. With decades of combined experience, our team offers clients a comprehensive, professional, and friendly service from our office in Bishops Waltham. We specialise in rural property management, providing expert advice on valuations, conservation, agricultural law, and renewable energy projects. Our team holds RICS accreditation, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards. We serve private individuals, farming companies, local authorities, and utility companies with complete confidentiality.Our local knowledge and commitment to client satisfaction have built a reputable name in the sector. We operate with transparency, offering tailored solutions to meet diverse client needs. Our expertise extends to planning applications, compulsory purchase negotiations, and estate management. We pride ourselves on delivering results-driven services while maintaining ethical standards. Our dedication to continuous professional development ensures we remain at the forefront of industry innovations.
Services
Valuations
Conservation
Equestrian
Agricultural Law
Renewable Energy
Diversification
Grants & Subsidies
Woodland Consultancy
Property Sales
Planning & Development
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in rural property management.
- Our team holds RICS accreditation for professional standards.
- We provide tailored solutions for agricultural and rural properties.
- Our local knowledge ensures informed, location-specific advice.
- We maintain complete confidentiality for all client matters.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Invaluable assistance
Professionalism
Stressful time handled well
Extensive local market knowledge
Went the extra mile
Services
Farm & Rural Estate Management
We oversee day-to-day farm and estate operations, including tenancy agreements, business planning, and VAT account preparation. Our team provides strategic guidance for share farming arrangements and whole-farm management plans. With expertise in agricultural legislation, we ensure compliance while maximising operational efficiency. Our services cater to landowners seeking sustainable estate management solutions across Hampshire and surrounding regions.
Property Sales & Purchases
We facilitate freehold and investment property transactions through open market or private sales. Our valuation experts ensure accurate pricing strategies, while our legal team handles conveyancing requirements. With access to major property portals, we market listings effectively to attract qualified buyers. Our services cover residential, commercial, and agricultural properties throughout southern England.
Planning & Development Advice
Our planning specialists assist with residential and commercial development applications, including design statements and appeal processes. We provide feasibility studies for land use changes and negotiate planning permissions for renewable energy projects. With local authority expertise, we streamline the approval process for clients seeking to maximise property potential.
Valuations
RICS-registered valuers conduct comprehensive assessments for sale, tax, and lending purposes. We specialise in agricultural, residential, and commercial properties across rural Hampshire. Our reports meet legal requirements for probate, inheritance tax, and secured lending. Clients benefit from accurate market analysis and transparent valuation methodologies.
Conservation & Environmental Management
We advise on SSSI management, water meadow restoration, and environmental stewardship schemes. Our team secures grant funding for conservation projects and navigates regulatory requirements. Services include habitat management plans and compliance strategies for landowners balancing agricultural use with environmental protection.
People
Paul Harris
Director
Director with 20+ years' experience in rural property management. Specialises in planning applications, compulsory purchase negotiations, and estate management. Holds BSc (Hons) MRICS FAAV qualifications. Joined GWB in 2002, bringing extensive local market knowledge to client services.
Dominic Plumpton
Director
Director specialising in land sales and renewable energy projects. 18 years' experience in land agency, including 15 years with Hampshire firms. BSc (Hons) MRICS FAAV qualified. Joined GWB in 2014, leveraging regional expertise to deliver successful property transactions.
Nathan Broome
Surveyor
RICS-qualified surveyor specialising in property valuations and agricultural subsidies. Joined GWB in 2021 after completing MSc in Land Management. Combines practical farming experience with professional qualifications to provide comprehensive rural property advice.
Sue Bright
Administration Team
Full-time administrative team member since 2016. Provides essential support for property transactions and client communications. Local resident with extensive knowledge of Bishops Waltham area. Ensures smooth office operations and client service delivery.
Jules Smyth
Administration Team
Part-time administrative team member joining GWB in 2024. Brings diverse experience from sailing and housing industries. Manages office operations and client communications while balancing outdoor activities with family commitments.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Hampshire and surrounding counties, specialising in rural property management across southern England.
Are you RICS accredited?
Yes, our firm and key personnel hold RICS accreditation, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
What property types do you handle?
We specialise in agricultural, residential, and commercial rural properties including land, estates, and renewable energy projects.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Our team provides expert planning advice including submission support, design statements, and appeal processes.
Do you offer valuation services?
Yes, our RICS-registered valuers conduct property assessments for sale, tax, and lending purposes.
How do you support landowners with conservation?
We advise on environmental stewardship schemes, habitat management, and grant funding for conservation projects.
