Our People

Robert Love

Associate, Planning

With over a decade of experience, Robert consistently delivers insightful planning strategies for clients through the planning and development process.

Sam Metson

Partner, Planning

Sam delivers practical solutions to his clients, balancing competing demands between the need for development and its impact upon the environment.

Steven Butler

Partner, Planning

A personable and dependable chartered town planner who prides himself on his local knowledge, attention to detail and relationships based on trust.

Ralph Peters

Head of Rural, Scotland

A firm but fair approach has earned Ralph the enviable reputation as the ‘go to’ expert on rural property issues.

Kevin Knight

Rural Professional

With a background in agriculture, ecology, and business contract management, Kevin sees the full picture of land, people, and purpose.

Stuart Burbidge

Partner, Natural Capital & Sustainable Investment

With international experience delivering bespoke and landscape-scale biodiversity projects, Stuart has dedicated more than a decade to natural land management and research.

Andrew Robertson

Consultant Partner

Andrew finds workable solutions to challenging cases through his understanding of rural businesses and an ability to see different perspectives.

Robert Leadbetter

Partner, Head of Investment and Property Management

Ranging from large scale ground-up development projects to bond-like income producing properties - Robert has a broad experience.

Robin Hill

Partner, Investment and Property Management

Robin is an asset/fund manager with an exceptional breadth of experience in investment management, alternative and mainstream real estate, capital markets, and consulting.

Simon Elliott

Associate, Economics and Social Value

As an experienced socioeconomist, Simon helps to uplift development values by assessing their contribution to the local society.

Rob Hopwood

Partner, Planning

Rob’s infectious energy has driven two decades of planning success for promoters, developers and landowners across the Oxford to Cambridge Arc.

Alice Maguire

Principal Planner

From residential developments and educational buildings to retirement living – Alice has a broad range of experience at her disposal.

Sam Roach

Senior Planner

With a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, Sam excels at helping clients maximise the value of their residential, education, and healthcare assets.