Our People

Perhaps inevitable that, as the son of a Land Agent in Cornwall, I would identify rural surveying as the perfect career. Graduating from the Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester in the mid ‘80s my first job was an assistant agent at Cowdray Park in West Sussex. The opportunity to open a new office for a national firm in Hertfordshire drew me away from Sussex. Looking to implement what I had learnt in both environments with the challenge of starting a new private enterprise I joined Tom Bodley Scott to create the professional department at Batcheller Thacker, Tunbridge Wells in 2002. It has been my great pleasure to help lead the professional department and much of my time is spent on strategic estate and tax planning and wider development. Life away from the office still involves horses and other means of transport including cycling.

My specialism in development for housing and commercial property has grown from an early interest. The interaction between landscapes and environments and how they are shaped by human intervention, led to me completing a Geography degree at Newcastle University. I started work with a national surveying firm in Maidstone whilst working towards my MRICS Qualifications, and a Masters in Surveying from Reading University. After 2 years travelling in Hong Kong, I joined Batcheller Monkhouse in 2010. I focus on advising landowners on the best course of action for bringing forward strategic land for development together with dealing with the sale of the land following the grant of planning. Away from the office my passion is rugby and cricket. I have now hung up my playing boots and get most of my exercise from chasing after my 2 young children.

Since 1991 I have been offering advice to over 900 corporate and private landowners on all matters relating to telecom apparatus being located on their land or buildings. I head up the fast-expanding Telecoms Department at Batcheller Monkhouse and have represented landowners as their expert valuer in several key Upper Tribunal cases on the issue of valuation (“Hanover”, “Dale Park” and “Maple House”). Furthermore, I have helped the RICS prepare their Valuation Guidance Note on the new Code.

Primarily from Kent, although my early years were spent in Germany as my father had an RAF posting there. I too joined the RAF, and served 6 years, after which I studied for a Land Management degree at De Montfort University. In 1999 I commenced working in the Telecommunications Consultancy with Smith Woolley, in Cambridge. I joined Batcheller Monkhouse, Tunbridge Wells in 2017, as a Landlord Agent and am now an Associate Partner. We act for clients throughout the United Kingdom, who range from individual property owners to national corporate and investment property owners, Local Authorities and Government departments. In my spare time I enjoy our garden at home, am interested in bees and have my own hives.

I grew up in the rural area of Horam, East Sussex with most of my upbringing spent on the family farm. Having studied Real Estate at Oxford Brookes University, I returned home to East Sussex in 2020 to join the Rural team in Tunbridge Wells where I successfully gained my RICS (MRICS) and CAAV (FAAV) qualifications. I regularly assist with the management of rural estates, as well as a range of other professional work including agri-environmental scheme funding applications, utility compensations and landlord and tenant matters. Outside of work, I can normally be found on the farm tending to my flock of sheep.

I grew up in Sandhurst, Kent as the daughter to a farming family and very much involved within our local rural community. I studied Rural Land Management at The Royal Agricultural Collage, Cirencester before working for 3 years in Wiltshire where I gained my Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Qualifications (MRICS) and accreditation to be a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (FAAV). In 2014 I returned to Sussex to work for Batcheller Monkhouse and was made an Associate Partner in 2017. My role primarily revolves around Estate Management for a number of private clients. If I’m not working I can be found riding my horses, going for long exploratory walks around the High Weald or on the beach on a wet, windy and wild day.

Following completion of a masters degree in Urban and Regional Planning Christine started her career working for a local authority before moving to a private sector consultancy becoming a Charted Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) in 2016. She joined Batcheller Monkhouse in 2021. Christine has experience across the planning sector from small scale commercial projects to larger scale residential developments. She particularly enjoys working on projects involving heritage considerations as well as projects for bespoke contemporary dwellings. In her spare time Christine enjoys baking, walks in the Sussex countryside and also volunteering for a local befriending charity.

I grew up on the Pevensey Marsh in East Sussex and have always had a love for the countryside. I studied Rural Land Management at the Royal Agricultural College and then spent three years working in North Northumberland where I gained my RICS qualifications (MRICS). I moved home to Sussex last year and joined the Rural team in Tunbridge Wells in February 2022. Outside of work I can normally be found on a horse or walking my dog, Mango.

I set out to obtain my Degree and Masters in Town Planning (MRTPI) with a view to a career in Planning; being fortunate as one of those few people that chose a Degree and Masters which could lead directly to my chosen career. I decided I wanted to be a Town Planner during a work experience placement as a teenager. I have extensive private sector planning experience, having worked for a housebuilder prior to joining Batcheller Monkhouse in 2014. I have worked on hundreds of planning applications over the past decade and more, from small scale householder applications to major urban extensions. I work alongside the RTPI, launching and co-chairing the Kent Young Planners Network, being on the RTPI South East Regional Activities Committee and guest lecturing at a number of schools and universities.

Having studied History at London University, I went on to qualify as a Solicitor and work in the busy corporate department of a city law firm, advising on a range of corporate and commercial transactions. With a young family, we decided to move out of London to Tunbridge Wells. After a career break, I joined Batcheller Monkhouse where I work as a Telecoms Surveyor, advising private, government and commercial landlords on all aspects of Telecoms related issues.

I moved to London from East Kent and began my administrative experience in the NHS. I then moved into the Corporate Banking world of Mergers and Acquisitions. I took a career break to look after my young family and returned to work as a general admin assistant in the professional department at Batcheller Monkhouse. I enjoy the variety of the work and the opportunities that it has presented. My role also involves central administrative tasks and I am continuing to learn new skills. Outside of work I enjoy keeping fit and going to the theatre.

Having completed my degree in Environmental Planning and postgraduate qualifications in Town Planning at Anglia Ruskin University, I worked for a number of local authorities in Essex in their planning enforcement and development management teams and the enforcement section at Westminster City Council. I moved to the private sector working for a planning consultancy in Kent for 10 years where I was able to broaden my knowledge and experience. In 2015 I joined Batcheller Monkhouse. I love working in conjunction with my colleagues to provide solutions which cover a range of professional planning and development areas.

Since 1997, I have worked for mobile telephone operators and infrastructure providers as Acquisition Surveyor, Acquisition Manager, Asset Manager and Estates Surveyor, working in communication with landlords. I joined Batcheller Monkhouse in 2023 as a Consultant to defend landlords’ interests in the confusing post Electronic Communications Code world. I have a wealth of technical knowledge from 25 years of experience in the telecoms world. I was born and raised on a farm and more recently set up a successful farm co-op in my village as well as gaining experience in crop-loss valuation. When I was younger, I studied architecture and spent 10 years running a team in the building trade, before specialising in the practical design of rooftop installations for BT. This has given me a good day-to-day knowledge of the implications of rooftop installations.

Having grown up in Tunbridge Wells for almost 20 years, I am now living in Hartfield, East Sussex. I obtained a BSc (Hons) studying Real Estate Management at Oxford Brookes University in 2019. After finishing my studies, I gained valuable experience working in Property Investment and Development where I supported complex planning applications and liaised with tenants and contractors. I joined Batcheller Monkhouse in 2022 as a Graduate Surveyor in the Telecoms team and I am now developing my skills in Lease Renewals, Wayleave Agreements, Negotiation and other areas. Outside of work, I enjoy walking my dog on the Ashdown Forest and playing tennis, golf and football.

I joined the Tunbridge Wells office of Batcheller Monkhouse in September 2024 as a Graduate Surveyor, following my degree in Rural Land Management at the Royal Agricultural University. While at university I completed a short placement with the Rural Team, I then became eager to join the team full-time. After working at a granary during harvests and opening our small family farm up to the public during lambing, I knew I wanted to pursue a career involving agriculture. As a Graduate Surveyor, I am able to combine my love of the rural sector and my day-to-day work. In my spare time, I keep myself busy with a small flock of sheep, my local lacrosse team, horse riding and general country pursuits.

I have around 18 years experience working as a Chartered Surveyor across the City of London and the Regional markets. During my career I have advised funds, property companies, private individuals and international investors on the acquisition, disposal and asset management of commercial property. After relocating to Tunbridge Wells with my family, I now work in the Telecoms department advising clients on achieving best value from their land/property portfolios in relation to hosting telecoms equipment. My clients include London Boroughs, County Councils, property companies and private individuals.

Having studied Real Estate Management at Oxford Brookes University, I joined a national surveying firm in 2011 and qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 2016. My work was principally land management before transitioning into valuation. I have also gained experience as a Landlord & Tenant surveyor, I joined Batcheller Monkhouse in 2021 and am part of the Telecoms department based in Tunbridge Wells, where my responsibilities include portfolio management for retained clients located around the country, and other land owners involved with telecoms operations. I live in mid-Sussex with my wife Sara and two young children.

I joined the professional department at Batcheller Monkhouse in 2016 as an Assistant Planner and Surveyor. Having been promoted to Senior Surveyor in 2019 and then Partner in 2024, I undertake all aspects of valuation, planning and development. Before Batcheller Monkhouse I gained valuable experience in Asset Management with an American multinational investment bank in central London. I also held a residential and country house agency position working across Surrey and Sussex with a leading property company. I enjoy all aspects of development, diversification and valuation consultancy and I am heavily involved in strategic land agency working predominantly on residential development land across the region. Outside of work I am a keen sailor, skier and fly fisherman.

I spent the first 15 years of my career with a firm of Chartered Surveyors in Tunbridge Wells dealing with commercial property lettings, acquisitions and Landlord & Tenant matters. I moved on to work client-side as a Surveyor/Facilities Manager of commercial buildings on multiple sites for 15 years before becoming a Construction Project Manager detailing commercial building design and M&E specifications to meet client, planning, building regs and BREEAM requirements. Now at Batcheller Monkhouse, I am a Surveyor in the growing Telecoms team advising clients owning land and building across the UK on agreements under the Communications Code.

Having grown up in a small village in Kent I have lived in various towns around East and West Sussex, before recently moving to Tunbridge Wells. I have enjoyed varied roles at Gatwick Airport, Kent and Surrey Police, the National Trust, 2 years with Batcheller Monkhouse previously and latterly as Assistant Estate Manager on a private estate in Sussex. I rejoined Batcheller Monkhouse in November 2022 as Property Manager in the Estate Management Team. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my partner, socialising with friends, all types of dancing, reading and walking.

Following my graduation from the University of Westminster, I am thrilled to have joined the Telecoms team at Batcheller Monkhouse. My Degree is in Real Estate but my key interests are architecture, infrastructure, and transport. My current role is rapidly expanding my knowledge in the fields of landlord & tenant, contract negotiation and general surveying practice. Outside of work I enjoy modern technology, computer games, spending time in nature, painting miniature armies, and visiting theme parks.

I grew up in Nottinghamshire and after completing my Rural Land Management degree at the Royal Agricultural University, I relocated to Tunbridge Wells to start my career at Batcheller Monkhouse. My day to day work includes estate management, farm management, environmental services, grants and subsides, and valuations. In my free time I try and spend as much time as possible outside, whether that be fishing, shooting or playing cricket and rugby. I also try and find time to help run my family’s pedigree Lincoln Red suckler herd back in Nottinghamshire.