With a background in wildlife and environmental law enforcement, alongside hands-on experience in fishery, farm, estate, and land management, I offer informed, practical advice across a wide range of rural sectors. I provide straight-talking, tailored support grounded in real-world experience — not theory. Whatever the size or scope of your rural project or issue, you’ll get honest, professional guidance backed by over 17 years in the field.
Summary
Independent Land Agent, Estate Manager and Rural Consultant specialising in rural, equestrian, aquatic, farm and estate management, asset protection and rural land security.
Profile Outline
Management, Consultancy and Advice
Not big enough to warrant a full-time farm/estate manager or land agent?
My clients come from across the rural sector and include:
- Large farming and country estates
- High-value rural properties and private estates
- High-net-worth individuals
- Wildlife trusts and environmental organisations
- Schools with land or outdoor education facilities
- Hobby farms and smallholdings
- Absentee landowners
- Game shoots and fisheries
- Equestrian premises
- Individual landowners and rural homeowners
While I do work with larger properties, the majority of my clients are on a much smaller scale than those typically supported by traditional land agents or consultancy firms. That’s where Cerberus Rural comes in — offering high-quality, tailored support without the corporate overhead or impersonal service. My aim is simple: to give you professional remote estate management and advice that enables you to make informed decisions, get the most from your land, and shape it into the space you need or want — whether that’s productive, profitable, ecologically rich, or all three.
I offer a remote land and estate management service, giving you expert support over the phone or by email, with site visits available as and when required, as often as required.
You can engage me:
- On a retained basis for ongoing support
- Ad-hoc, as needed
- Short-term management, for example between tenants or full time estate managers or during times of change
This flexible model means you get professional input without the need for a full-time estate manager or traditional consultancy contract — ideal for landowners who want confidence and clarity without unnecessary cost.
- Land Use and change of use
- Grassland Management
- Land Income and Diversification
- Rural Payments and Grants
- Machinery and Equipment
- Lake and Pond Management
- Rural and Countryside Legislation
- Wildlife / Vermin Management
- Invasive / Non-native plant and animal management
- Remote Estate and Land Management
- Short Term Estate / Farm Management
- Land Management
- Tree Planting and Management
- Farming / Land Schemes
- Land and soil heath
- Habitat and Biodiversity enhancements
- General estate, land and rural advice
- Equestrian and Rural Property Consultancy
- Farm and Estate Tenants and Tenancy
- Rights of Way and Access Issues
I offer clear, practical advice across all aspects of rural land, farming, and estate management — no jargon, no fluff, just informed guidance based on real-world experience. Every recommendation is tailored to your land, aims, and situation — not a one-size-fits-all answer from a manual. With Cerberus Rural, you get advice you can actually use and that actually works.
Why Use Cerberus Rural?
With over 17 years of boots-on-the-ground experience, I bring a practical, no-nonsense approach to rural, agricultural, and environmental matters.
My background spans a wide range of frontline roles, including:
- Fisheries and Environment Officer – Environment Agency.
- Wildlife and Rural Crime Officer – UK Police Force.
- Agricultural Contracting Business Owner – Working across mixed farms and estates.
- Land and Estate Services Business Owner – Covering everything from fencing to forestry to fieldwork.
- Game Shoot Host – With experience in organising and running shoot days.
This diverse experience has given me a deep understanding of how rural land and businesses operate — not just in theory, but in practice. It also means I understand the challenges landowners, farmers, and estate managers face on a day-to-day basis, because I’ve been there myself. I set up Cerberus Rural to offer clear, honest advice and support to those who need it — whether that’s a one-off issue, regular input, or someone to take the reins on land or estate matters whether on a regular or ad-hoc basis.
You won’t get jargon. You won’t get passed from person to person. Just expert, straightforward guidance and management tailored to you.
Straightforward Advice You Can Trust – For Farms, Estates & the Rural Environment
Qualified to degree level and supported by a range of professional qualifications, I am a proud Advisor of the Society of Agriculture and a Member of the Institute of Fisheries Management. I’m also a Professional Member of the Country Land and Business Association and the National Farmers’ Union.
With over a decade of hands-on experience across the agricultural, rural, legal, and environmental enforcement sectors, I offer clear, practical, and tailored advice you can trust. My guidance is strengthened by a close network of fellow land management professionals, contractors, and agronomists.
At Cerberus Rural, I provide a personal service. No call centres, no gatekeepers — when you get in touch, you speak directly to me. Whether you’re looking for a one-off consultation or long-term support, I deliver straightforward advice across a wide range of rural issues — not just land management, but also tenancy matters, planning, rural property, and estate issues.
I pride myself on being approachable, transparent, and competitively priced. I am open and upfront about fees and offer extremely competitive rates for both one-off enquiries and longer-term support.
Available for Work in the Following Sectors
- ✓Arboriculture
- ✓Community
- ✓Countryside
- ✓Fisheries and Aquaculture
- ✓Gamekeeping and Wildlife Management
- ✓Rights of Way
- ✓Wildlife Conservation
- ✓Ecology
- ✓Publicity
- ✓Animals
- ✓Visitors
- ✓Other
Preferred Employment Location
- ✓England
Experience
- ✓Expert - Many years of professional experience
Availability
- ✓One off jobs
- ✓Short term contracts
- ✓Longer contracts with short or unusual hours
- ✓Happy to tender for longer or more complex projects
- ✓May be available at short notice
- ✓Would be happy to join your roster of experts
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