Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Rural Chartered Surveyors in the North East
Established in 1973, Vickers & Barrass has grown to become a trusted name in rural chartered surveying and estate agency services across the North East of England. Our expertise spans property valuation, farm business consultancy, residential and commercial property sales and lettings, renewable energy advice, and dispute resolution. Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and accredited by ISO 9001:2015, NAEA Propertymark, and other industry bodies, we uphold rigorous standards of professionalism and client service. Our team combines deep agricultural knowledge with modern industry insights to deliver tailored solutions for farmers, landowners, and estates. With offices in Tow Law and Darlington, we serve clients from North Yorkshire to the Scottish Borders, offering a comprehensive range of services including environmental stewardship, planning and development, and expert witness testimony.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing reputation and the trust placed in us by our clients. We pride ourselves on providing first-class advice and maintaining transparency in all our dealings, ensuring clients receive the highest quality service. Our merger with Broadley and Coulson in 2018 further strengthened our capabilities, enabling us to offer expanded portfolio management and telecommunications services. Backed by decades of experience and a network of professional partnerships, we remain dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of the rural property sector.
Services
Property Sales
Valuation Services
Farm Business Advice
Renewable Energy
Dispute Resolution
Telecommunications
Estate Management
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in rural property services.
- Our team is regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
- We hold ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management.
- Our specialists provide tailored farm business consultancy and renewable energy advice.
- We serve clients from North Yorkshire to the Scottish Borders with local expertise.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- NAEA Propertymark
- Central Association of Agricultural Valuers
- British Institute of Agricultural Consultants
Services
Property Sales and Lettings
We facilitate residential and commercial property sales and lettings across the North East. Our team provides expert market valuations, marketing strategies, and tenant sourcing. Clients benefit from our deep local knowledge and extensive industry network.
Valuation Services
Our RICS-accredited surveyors deliver accurate valuations for banks, solicitors, and private clients. Services include asset appraisal, investment analysis, and compliance reporting. We ensure transparent, data-driven assessments for informed decision-making.
Farm Business Advice
We offer strategic advice on farm management, subsidies, grants, and environmental schemes. Our consultants combine agricultural expertise with policy knowledge to optimise farm profitability and sustainability.
Renewable Energy
Our team advises on renewable energy opportunities, including solar, wind, and biomass projects. We help clients navigate government incentives and regulatory requirements to implement sustainable energy solutions.
Dispute Resolution
We provide expert dispute resolution for rural property conflicts, including boundary issues, tenancy disputes, and planning disagreements. Our approach prioritises amicable settlements while offering robust representation in formal proceedings.
People
Adam Barrass
Managing Director
Adam Barrass MRICS FAAV leads Vickers & Barrass, bringing extensive expertise in rural property and agricultural valuation. He oversees strategic growth and service delivery across the firm's operations.
Questions
What services does Vickers & Barrass offer?
We provide rural chartered surveying, property sales and lettings, valuations, farm business advice, renewable energy consultancy, and dispute resolution services.
Are you accredited by professional bodies?
Yes, we are regulated by RICS and hold ISO 9001:2015, NAEA Propertymark, and other industry accreditations.
Do you handle renewable energy property advice?
Our team provides expert guidance on renewable energy opportunities and government policy compliance.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across the North East of England, from North Yorkshire to the Scottish Borders.
Can you assist with farm business consultancy?
Our specialists offer tailored farm business advice, including subsidies, grants, and environmental stewardship.
