Our expertise in the South East, combined with our knowledge of the local market and economy, enables us to generate informative news and articles. Areas of interest include property and land, price trends, forecasts and legislation.
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Is Your Site Ready for Britain’s Staycation Boom?
The British staycation is no longer a recovery story. Guests are still choosing to holiday at home, and their expectations have risen. Comfortable lodges, characterful glamping, proper amenities, and the […]
Buying New: Why New Homes in Sussex and Surrey Make Sense Right Now
If your family has outgrown your current home, you have two routes. You can take on an older property and the projects that come with it, or you can buy […]
A Window of Opportunity: Horsham District Council Is Calling for Sites
If you own land in the Horsham District, Horsham District Council has launched a new Call for Sites – and the deadline to submit is 25 August 2026. There is […]
eoaLive! and the UK Employee Ownership Awards 2026
A day that reminded us why we made this decision There are days that remind you why you made a decision. Last Wednesday, 10th June, in Birmingham was one of […]
South of England Show 2026
On Friday 6 and Saturday 7 June 2026, the Batcheller Monkhouse team attended the South of England Show at Ardingly – one of the most well-regarded agricultural events in the […]
Heathfield Show 2026
Saturday 23 May brought the Batcheller Monkhouse team back to Heathfield Show 2026 – one of the highlights of the rural calendar and a day that never fails to bring […]
A Window of Opportunity: Tunbridge Wells Is Calling for Sites
If you own land in the Tunbridge Wells Borough Council area, you have a time-limited opportunity to put it forward for consideration in the Local Plan review, and that window […]
Planning Reform 2026: What Landowners Need to Know
The Planning System is Changing: What Every Landowner and Developer Needs to Know in 2026 Expert commentary from Batcheller Monkhouse Planning & Development The planning system is changing fast. In […]
Join Us at the Heathfield Agricultural Show 2026
We are delighted to announce that Batcheller Monkhouse will once again be attending the Heathfield Agricultural Show on Saturday 23rd May 2026, and we would love to welcome you to […]
Farm Expo 2026
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to return to Farm Expo 2026 at the Kent County Showground in Detling on Wednesday 4th March. The popular agricultural event once again brought together farmers, […]
DEFRA Announcement: SFI 2026
Following yesterday’s updates from the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), we now have a clearer picture of how the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) and related funding schemes […]
Find Us at Farm Expo
We are delighted to share that Batcheller Monkhouse will be exhibiting at Farm Expo 2026 on Wednesday 4th March at the Kent Showground in Detling. As one of the region’s […]
Proposed Surrey Hills AONB Extension
Natural England is proposing an extension to the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), which could bring both opportunities and new planning considerations for landowners in the area. […]
The Renters’ Rights Act – Preparing for Tenancy Reforms in 2026
The Government has announced that the first phase of tenancy reforms under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 will begin on the 1st May 2026. This marks the most significant change to […]
Friends of Sussex Hospices Christmas Gift Fair 2025
Batcheller Monkhouse were delighted to once again sponsor the Friends of Sussex Hospices Christmas Gift Fair, held on Wednesday 19th November 2025 at the East Sussex National Hotel, Uckfield. The […]
Renters’ Rights Act Seminar
On Thursday 13th November 2025, Batcheller Monkhouse welcomed a room full of engaged landlords and farmers to the beautiful Garden Room at Penshurst Place for our Renters’ Rights Act Seminar. […]
Tunbridge Wells Team Turn Pink for Breast Cancer Now
On Tuesday 4th November, our Tunbridge Wells office proudly joined in the #WearItPink campaign, rounding off this year’s celebrations in style. The office was transformed with vibrant pink decorations, inflatable […]
Wear It Pink 2025
Batcheller Monkhouse were proud to once again take part in the #WearItPink campaign this year. Coming together to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer Now. This annual event has become […]
South of England Horse Trials 2025
Batcheller Monkhouse were thrilled to sponsor the South of England International Horse Trials, held on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th September 2025 at the South of England Showground in Ardingly, […]
Batcheller Monkhouse is Proudly an Employee-Owned Business
Batcheller Monkhouse is Proudly an Employee-Owned Business Our Team | Our Future | Together As One From 1st October 2025, Batcheller Monkhouse became an Employee-Owned Business, held in trust for […]
The Glamping Show 2025
Over the weekend of 18th-20th September 2025, the Batcheller Monkhouse Chartered Town Planners had another fantastic few days attending The Glamping Show, an exhibition for luxury camping and outdoor hospitality. […]
Laughton Ploughing Match 2025
The Laughton Ploughing Match once again brought together the best of rural life on Wednesday 17th September at Norlington Farm in Ringmer. From heavy horse exhibits to traditional ploughing competitions […]
Weald of Kent Ploughing Match 2025
Batcheller Monkhouse had a fantastic day at the Weald of Kent Ploughing Match on Saturday 13th September. Despite the rain, the event was filled with ploughing competitions, vintage tractor displays, […]
New Office in Surrey Hills
We are proud to announce the opening of our new Surrey Hills office, strengthening our presence in the South East and furthering our commitment to delivering expert Chartered Surveying, planning, […]
