Business Details
Trusted Agricultural Design & Planning Services
Established with a deep commitment to rural development and environmental stewardship, Rural Partners combines 40 years of agricultural engineering expertise with innovative design solutions. Our team specialises in creating tailored building designs for livestock units, grain stores, and farm conversions, working closely with clients to ensure compliance with planning regulations while prioritising sustainability. Through strategic partnerships, such as with steel-frame specialist Wealden AM, we deliver projects that balance functionality with ecological responsibility.Our mapping division utilises cutting-edge digital tools to produce precise plans for land agents and local authorities, supporting informed decision-making. Beyond consultancy, we manage Park House Farm, an organic enterprise dedicated to biodiversity conservation and sustainable livestock farming. This integrated approach ensures every project reflects our core values of expertise, environmental care, and client-focused service delivery.
Services
Drawing & Design
Planning Consultancy
Mapping Services
Organic Farming
Wild Camping
Highlights and features
- We offer 40 years of agricultural engineering expertise.
- Our bespoke mapping service uses cutting-edge digital software.
- We partner with steel-frame specialists for structural reliability.
- Integrated planning ensures compliance and project efficiency.
- Committed to environmental stewardship through organic farming.
Services
Drawing & Design
Our drawing and design service caters to land agents and agricultural engineers, offering detailed plans for livestock units, grain stores, and farm conversions. We ensure compliance with planning regulations while prioritising functionality and sustainability. With decades of experience, we deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs.
Planning Consultancy
As qualified agricultural engineers, we provide end-to-end planning consultancy, from scheme design to application submission. Our integrated approach ensures projects meet regulatory requirements and client expectations. We collaborate with planners to secure approvals efficiently, focusing on rural building projects.
Mapping Services
Our dedicated team produces high-accuracy digital and paper maps for farmers, estate owners, and local authorities. Services include boundary plans, stewardship maps, and woodland management plans. We use advanced software to meet deadlines, offering flexible scheduling for urgent projects.
Organic Farming
Park House Farm is an organic enterprise producing beef and lamb using 100% grass-fed methods. We manage habitats for endangered species and participate in conservation programs. Our practices enhance biodiversity while maintaining productivity, aligning farming with environmental stewardship.
Wild Camping
We offer wild camping experiences adjacent to a Bronze Age Hill Enclosure in Northumberland. The site provides dark sky views due to its location in an International Dark Sky Park. This eco-friendly tourism option connects visitors with nature and heritage while supporting conservation efforts.
People
Simon Kenny
Director
Simon Kenny leads Rural Partners with 40 years of agricultural engineering experience. He specialises in rural building design and planning compliance, ensuring projects meet client needs while adhering to environmental standards. His leadership drives the company's commitment to sustainability.
Robert Kendall
Partner
Robert Kendall, founder of Wealden AM, collaborates with Rural Partners as a steel-frame building specialist. With over 20 years of experience in the southeast of England, he provides structural expertise for agricultural and industrial projects, ensuring durability and efficiency.
Questions
What services does Rural Partners offer?
We provide agricultural design, planning consultancy, bespoke mapping, organic farming, and wild camping experiences.
Do you specialise in rural building design?
Yes, we design livestock units, grain stores, farm conversions, and industrial buildings with planning compliance.
Are your mapping services suitable for land registry?
Yes, we create accurate boundary plans and sale plans for legal and land registry purposes.
Is Park House Farm certified organic?
Yes, we have been organic since 2006 and follow environmentally sensitive management practices.
Do you offer wild camping opportunities?
Yes, we provide wild camping near a Bronze Age Hill Enclosure with dark sky views in Northumberland.
