Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Surveyors in Manchester
Beesleys Chartered Surveyors has been providing expert property surveying and valuation services across Manchester and the Northwest for over 35 years. As part of Fifield Glyn Chartered Surveyors since 2018, we combine decades of local expertise with a broader network to deliver comprehensive solutions for residential and commercial clients. Our team specialises in property valuations, leasehold advisory work, compulsory purchase compensation, and business rates appeals. With directors holding Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accreditation, we maintain the highest standards of professionalism and technical proficiency. Our services extend to land agency, dilapidations assessments, and development planning, supported by a deep understanding of regional property markets.We pride ourselves on offering tailored advice that addresses the unique needs of property owners, tenants, and investors. Our experience in negotiating lease renewals and rent reviews ensures clients achieve fair outcomes in complex property matters. Backed by a proven track record in dispute resolution and expert witness testimony, we provide authoritative guidance in legal and arbitration contexts. Our commitment to excellence has made us a trusted partner for public bodies, private clients, and corporate entities across the property sector. Through continuous adaptation to industry changes, we maintain our reputation as leading surveyors in Manchester and beyond.
Services
Residential Surveys
Commercial Valuations
Rating Appeals
Compulsory Purchase Advice
Leasehold Enfranchisement
Dilapidations Assessments
Land Agency Services
Property Development Consultancy
Rent Review Negotiations
Project Appraisal
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of RICS-accredited surveying expertise
- Our team specialises in complex leasehold advisory work and rent reviews
- We provide expert witness testimony for property disputes
- We combine local Manchester knowledge with nationwide resources via Fifield Glyn
- Our performance-based fee structure ensures value for compulsory purchase cases
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Residential Surveys
Our residential surveys provide detailed property condition assessments and valuation reports across Manchester and the Northwest. With 35+ years of local expertise, we identify structural issues, maintenance requirements, and market value to support informed property purchases. Our RICS-accredited surveyors deliver clear, actionable recommendations for homeowners and investors.
Commercial Valuations
We offer comprehensive commercial property valuations for all property types including offices, retail spaces, and industrial units. Our RICS-registered valuers assess market value, investment potential, and rental yields across the Northern Half of England. Services include Red Book valuations for financial reporting and dispute resolution purposes.
Rating Appeals
Our specialist team handles business rates appeals for industrial and commercial properties nationwide. With experience since 1963 revaluations, we employ a performance-related fee structure to challenge unfair rateable values. We provide expert evidence for appeals against local authority assessments.
Compulsory Purchase Advice
We represent clients in compulsory purchase order matters, from small land acquisitions to whole site acquisitions. Our surveyors negotiate compensation for property owners and businesses, with notable success in transforming potentially damaging schemes into positive outcomes for clients across Greater Manchester and beyond.
Leasehold Enfranchisement
Our leasehold specialists advise on enfranchisement, rent reviews, and lease renewals for residential and commercial properties. We act for both landlords and tenants in negotiating terms, preparing schedules of condition, and resolving dilapidations disputes across all property sectors in Manchester and the Northwest.
People
Richard N D Smith
Director
BSc (Hons) Geography graduate from Sheffield University, MRICS qualified since 1993. Specialises in commercial/residential valuations and leasehold advisory work. Leads Manchester office operations and acts as RICS-registered valuer for family law and probate matters across England and Wales.
Stuart Beesley
Consultant
Established Manchester surveyors firm in 1975 with over 35 years' post-qualification experience. Became consultant to Fifield Glyn following acquisition in 2018. FRICS accredited with extensive expertise in commercial property valuation and agency services across Northern England.
Questions
What survey services do you offer for residential properties?
We provide comprehensive residential property surveys and valuations across Manchester and the Northwest, helping buyers identify potential issues and negotiate better purchase terms.
How can you assist with commercial property valuations?
Our RICS-registered valuers offer commercial property assessments for all property types, including offices, retail spaces, and industrial units across Northern England.
Do you handle business rates appeals?
Yes, we specialise in challenging unfair business rates assessments nationwide, operating a performance-related fee structure with no upfront costs.
Can you advise on compulsory purchase orders?
Our team represents property owners and businesses in CPO matters, negotiating fair compensation for land or property acquisitions across Greater Manchester and beyond.
What leasehold services do you provide?
We offer lease renewal negotiations, rent reviews, dilapidations assessments, and expert witness services for both commercial and residential leasehold disputes.
Are you part of a larger surveying firm?
Since 2018 we've been part of Fifield Glyn Chartered Surveyors, combining our local Manchester expertise with a wider national network.
Reviews (1)
Stuart Healey
Jul 01, 2017
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My experience with this company was outstanding. With a prompt response to my remit, perfectly actioned and well presented appraisal, and transparent pricing, I would recommend this company to anybody.
