Landscope provides a range of soil, water and land resource reports
Agricultural Land Classification to identify ‘Best and Most Versatile’ land
Environmental Impact Statements
Land drainage and water management
Agricultural Impact Assessment, soil and cropping suitability
Soil Management Plans for storage, handling and landscaping and restoration works
Planning Appraisals / Environmental Impact Assessment for land-based renewable energy projects, such as Solar PV, BESS, Wind Turbines and Anaerobic Digester Units
With a strong background in agriculture and environmental management, as well as being highly experienced in planning and development, we are in an excellent position at Landscope, to be able to help manage problems in these areas. As pressure on Local Planning Authorities increases, the need for analytical reports to help in the assessment of each individual site has also grown.
Our advice is based upon over 30 years of practical experience in these fields and membership of the highest professional qualifications
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Central Association of Agricultural Valuers
British Institute of Agricultural Consultants
Chartered Institute of Marketing
Institute of Professional Soil Scientists
Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment
Landscope operates across a range of projects, from small scale and short term, such as planning on new agricultural barns and land agency, through to long term strategic projects – allocation of land for development and developer acquisition. Whatever the scale and level of complexity, every project we deliver receives the same high level of expertise, drawing upon our diverse skills set and experience.
Our Values
Whilst our values are traditional – based on a culture of service, integrity and commitment to deliver results, our approach is modern, with bold, dynamic thinking - future proofed wherever possible. Our professional marketing expertise adds a real-life, commercial perspective to ensure our property advice is delivering to the opportunities your markets present too.
The world in which you manage and make decisions about your land & property is ever changing, as regulations, government policies and markets evolve. Our advice is based on continual research into all aspects of property development and business management; but since we are actively operating across private, public and government sectors on-going, we see the property landscape from 360 degrees of perspective.
The Landscope Team
Founded in 2001 by Sam Franklin, Landscope has grown by helping an increasing number of clients to manage and develop their land and property. Sam grew up on a family farm in Bedfordshire and studied Agriculture at University, before qualifying as a Chartered Surveyor and Agricultural Valuer, amongst other professional qualifications.
Sam Franklin BSc (Hons) MSc MRICS FAAV FBIAC PIEMA MISoilSci
Having grown up on a mixed livestock and arable farm in the heart of Bedfordshire, Sam has retained strong roots in agriculture and the farming community. Sam graduated with BSc (Hons) in Agriculture from Newcastle University in 1987, completed his studies to qualify as a Chartered Surveyor with RICS and as a Fellow of the Association of Agricultural Valuers and went on to take an MSc at Cranfield University. Sam is also an Agricultural Consultant (FBIAC), Environmental Consultant (PIEMA) and a Professional Soil Scientist (MISoilSci).
Sam started Landscope in 2001, based in Bedfordshire, operating across the Eastern Region and Central England, building upon his previous experience working in Private Practice, the RSPB, Local Authority and abroad in the Former Soviet Union on land and farm restructuring. The practice has grown based on its strong track record of success in rural practice surveying and planning consultancy, resulting in personal referrals and repeat business.
Sam is a supporter of Bedfordshire Young Farmers, having enjoyed being a Young Farmer himself and taking part, in particular in Public Debating competitions and international work, as well as the extensive social aspects of YFC. Having owned and ridden horses since childhood, he is experienced in all things equestrian and is proud to support the Oakley Hunt, the British Horse Society in Bedfordshire, World Horse Welfare and, through his children British Eventing and Keysoe Riding Club. He has 3 Children.
Elaine Franklin BSc (Hons) MCIM
Elaine grew up on a farm and livery stables in Bedfordshire. Having gained a degree in Agricultural Business Management at Wye College (London University) she took a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing (CIM). Over 20 years, she developed an extensive career in businesses with specialism in Marketing and Innovation, working up to Board level, in major companies including Weetabix, Britvic Soft Drinks, United Biscuits (McVities), Whitworths and Tesco.
Elaine joined Landscope in 2012 and has since gained extensive experience in Strategic Land Development and Equestrian Planning & Development. She uses her strong marketing, communications and project management skills to engage stakeholders at all levels, manage the design process and keep planning and development projects on track.
She also offers advice on developing new business streams and growth strategies, drawing on her experience of innovation best practice, applying it to small rural businesses with experience in on-farm food processing and farm retail operations, equestrian livery and other customer facing enterprises.
Also a keen horse-woman, Elaine was a Member of the Pony Club and continues to support the BHS, British Riding Clubs and British Eventing, through her children. Elaine was also a member and remains a keen supporter of the Bedfordshire Young Farmers Federation.
Millie Alston
Millie is the newest member of the Landscope team and is responsible for all things admin and to keep the office running smoothly. Millie has a background in international logistics and marketing and has worked in offices for farms across the UK.
One thing about Millie is she always has a smile on her face, if you ever see her out at events make sure to say hi! She can also often be found out riding her horse on her lunch break and comes to work with her whippet Gin.
Jack Franklin
Jack has joined the team as Surveying Technician. He enjoys all things outdoors and is never happier than surveying land, vegetation and soils. With an early interest in Geography, the environment and business, he is developing his career with Landscope in our growing Land Classification and Soils practice. Jack has trained in Soils Evaluation with the British Society of Soil Science and continues to develop his knowledge in this area as well as other key land surveying skills at Landscope.
When not at work, Jack loves travel, music and his young Border Collie, Artemis (AKA ‘Arty’). Arty is also welcomed by Tiggy and Myrtle as a member of the ‘Landscope Pack’ in the office at Thorncote Green.
Myrtle & Tiggy
Myrtle joined the Landscope team in 2019 and takes her job as the office security manager very seriously, although generally prefers to be on-site rather than office based.
Tiggy joined as trainee paper shredder, but aspires to join Mrytle in Security very soon. She looks forward to accompanying Myrtle and Sam on site visits, when (if) she graduates in obedience.
How Can We Help You?
The scope of our services is broad therefore if you would like to have an initial discussion about how we can help you.