Demand for houses continues to increase!
There is currently a very positive spirit in the property market and the news of an extension to the Stamp Duty Holiday can only enhance it further in supporting the strong demand for country properties.
L&F Newsletter – Asset
At the time of writing this article we have just gone into lockdown 3. Hopefully by the time you are reading this we will be coming to the end of lockdown and returning to the tiered system, and then later in the spring or early summer back to some sort of normality.
Farming Investment Fund update
DEFRA has now provided more information on the Farming Investment Fund, a grant funding vehicle for on farm investment. It is due to be launched in the Autumn and will be available to farmers and agricultural and forestry contractors.
Megan Richardson joins growing valuation and development team
We are delighted to welcome Megan Richardson who joins our valuation and development team.
11 April deadline for Sustainable Farming Incentive Pilot
Expressions of interest for the Sustainable Farming Incentive Pilot must be submitted to the RPA by 11th April.
Land Market Marches On
March was book-ended by the Budget and the end of the tax year. This caused a flurry of activity at the beginning of the month and ended with sales chasing and exchanges.
Environmental Land Management Scheme Pilot – Applications Open
The Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme will launch in 2022. You can submit an expression of interest to be a part of the Pilot from 15 March 2021.
Capital Grants – Countryside Stewardship
Applications are now open for standalone two-year Countryside Stewardship Capital Grants, which can be applied for without a wider Countryside Stewardship Agreement.
RDPE Growth Programme Grant Success
Lambert & Foster are delighted to have secured £172,000 of grant funding for a retained client for the conversion of a former tractor shed into two holiday lets.
Stamp duty holiday deadline extended until the end of June
The government has announced that the temporary stamp duty holiday in England and Northern Ireland has been extended until the end of June 2021.
Countryside Stewardship Scheme open for applications
The Countryside Stewardship Scheme opened for applications this week. If you are interested in applying then please get in touch with a member of the rural team
L&F Newsletter – Asset
At the time of writing this article we have just gone into lockdown 3. Hopefully by the time you are reading this we will be coming to the end of lockdown and returning to the tiered system, and then later in the spring or early summer back to some sort of normality.
Farming is changing
With the UK now outside the EU, the Government looks to redesign the UK’s agricultural policy. Their aim is to support farmers…
Strong demand for land in Stodmarsh and wider Stour Catchment
Following publication of Natural England Guidance on ‘Nutrient Neutrality’ for new residential development, the L&F farm and land sales team have seen a significant increase in demand from developers looking for land for off-site mitigation.
Safe property viewing – use a Propertymark Protected Agent
Safe property viewing – use a Propertymark Protected Agent Safety is paramount and the property industry must strictly play its part during the latest lockdown
Ban on evictions on residential property extended
Ban on evictions on residential property extended The ban on evictions from residential property in England has been extended to 21st February 2021 Current restrictions were
Update to the Green Home Grants Scheme
The Government has changed the Green Homes Grant Scheme installer terms and conditions for subcontractors, meaning finding an installer that has the required certifications is now a great deal easier.
Christmas & New Year Opening Hours
View our office opening hours over the festive period
Agricultural transition plan 2021 to 2024
Defra has published their long awaited agricultural transition plan
Successful collaboration of planning and agency teams
Another sale, another happy vendor! This time the result of a long running project for both the Bloomfields Chartered Town Planners Team and the Lambert & Foster Ltd Land Agency Department.
Successful sale of stunning Victorian property in Yalding, Kent
We are pleased to announce the sale of Congelow House & Mulberry Lodge at Yalding. This beautiful Victorian house was presented on the market by Lambert & Foster for the first time in over forty-five years
Lambert & Foster expand their Rural Team
Lambert & Foster expand their Rural Team We are delighted to welcome Esther Goodhew who joins our rural team after recently returning to live in
Auctions… let’s look to 2021
Last month we should have held our final auction of the year. We are immensely proud of our auctioneering heritage
Woodland Creation Planning Grant
If you are planning to create a woodland of a total size of five hectares or more, this grant may assist in identifying the constraints and opportunities.
The Agriculture Act 2020 has received Royal Assent
The Agriculture Act 2020 received Royal Assent on 11th November 2020, passing into law the long heralded mantra of “Public Money for Public Goods”.
Lockdown 2.0 – We are open!
Following the government’s announcement of a second lockdown, we are pleased to be able to continue conducting viewings and market appraisals
Countryside Productivity Small Grants Scheme
Round 3 of the Countryside Productivity Small Grants Scheme has opened today, designed to help fund on farm efficiency improvements and deliver environmental benefits.
Woodland management plan grant: Countryside Stewardship
Woodland management plan grant will open for applications on 15th October 2020. It is a capital grant for farmers and land managers to produce a woodland management plan for existing woodland.
We have arrived in Wadhurst, Sussex!
Lambert & Foster and Bloomfields Chartered Town Planners are delighted to announce the opening of a new office in Wadhurst, East Sussex. Helix House on the High Street is our new Sussex base for all things property and planning related.
L&F Newsletter – Asset – Oct 2020
It has been a summer of mixed fortunes with land and property transactions being extremely busy post lockdown, whereas growers have suffered the worst wheat harvest in nearly forty years. 2020 is going to be a year to forget! And we still have Brexit to come!
Support for renters this winter
The Government has set out a range of measures to continue to support tenants in the private rented sector throughout the coming autumn and winter period.
Green Homes Grant Scheme
The Government has published more detail on the Green Homes Grant Scheme, which will open for applications from the end of September.
Back British Farming Day 2020: Get Involved
he NFU is inviting MPs and farmers up and down the country to throw their weight behind Back British Farming Day, to celebrate our farming industry.
L&F Newsletter – Asset August 2020
Our latest edition of Asset is now out! Read all the latest including articles about estate sales, valuations and planning achievements from Bloomfields Chartered Town Planners.
Government to cut red tape for farmers as they plan for 2021
A rare move from Government which will actually reduce red tape! The ‘three crop rule’ and the other greening requirements of the Basic Payment Scheme to be scrapped with effect from 2021.
Auction update
On the day that would have been our July Paddock Wood Collective Sale we wanted to let you know what the situation is with our planned auctions.
Stamp Duty threshold raised to £500k till March 2021
It has been announced by Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, that residential property transactions costing up to £500,000 will be exempt from stamp duty land tax (SDLT) until 31st March 2021.
Keep calm and carry on developing!
The site promotion and development land department at Lambert & Foster has been working on behalf of landowners to unlock the potential of their land.
Opportunity for Landowners in the Wealden and Canterbury areas
The Local Plans of Wealden District Council and Canterbury City Council are currently being reviewed, which gives landowners in the area an opportunity to offer land that may be suitable for development.
Results Based Agri-environment Payment Scheme
The fourth edition of the Results Based Agri-environment Payment Scheme newsletter has been released.
Electrical Safety Standards
Electrical Safety Standards The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 introduce new requirements for landlords to ensure that electrical installations
Final Call for Countryside Stewardship
Final Call for Countryside Stewardship We now know that BPS payments will reduce from 2021. The Government has provided assurances that those who enter their
Realism is our Vaccine
Realism is our Vaccine Now lockdown is being eased, Alec Cox, head of residential sales for Lambert & Foster answers the sixty-four thousand dollar question
Open for viewings and market appraisals
Open for viewings and market appraisals BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Following the government’s announcement on Tuesday 12 May, we are delighted to be able to conduct