BONDSTONES - Planning & Architectural Consultants
  • Who
    • Meet the team >
      • Accounts & Management >
        • Melissa Carpenter - Accounts
      • Rural Planning >
        • Ian Firth - Development Director / MD
        • Sarah Henderson - Specialist: Rural Planning
      • Architectural Services >
        • Jennifer Craig - Architectural Technician
  • What
    • Chartered Surveyors
    • Architecture >
      • Architectural Services
      • CDM 2015 Services >
        • CDM Upload
      • Building Regulations
    • Planning Services >
      • Independent Planning Advice
      • Permitted Development >
        • Class Q Conversions
        • Class R Conversions
        • Class ZA - New dwellings - demolition and replacement of commercial buildings
        • 28 Day notice
        • Temporary Land Uses
      • Change of Use Planning
      • Agricultural Planning
      • Farm & Rural Diversification
    • Glamping & Alternative Accommodation
    • Other Professional Services >
      • Property Consultancy
      • Surveys
      • Aerial Surveys
  • Where
    • Blackdown Hills
    • Cornwall National Landscape
    • Cranborne Chase National Landscape
    • Dorset National Landscape
    • East Devon National Landscape
    • North Devon Coast
    • Quantock Hills
    • South Devon National Landscape
    • Tamar Valley
  • How
    • Our Mission
    • Fixed price - Site Specific Advice
    • Testimonials
    • Provision of Services >
      • Deposit Tariff
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disbursements Policy
    • Team Tools
  • Recruitment
    • Wanted! >
      • Senior Architect
      • Senior Planner
      • Rural Planner - Specialist
      • Architectural Assistant (RIBA Part 2)
      • Architectural Technologist (MCIAT)
    • Notice to agencies
  • Examples, Sites & Consultations
    • PLANNING CONSULTATIONS
    • Glenfield Farm
  • Contact us
    • New Project Enquiry

Rural Planning Specialists
Architectural Consultants
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Chartered Surveyors
​Property People

Together we'll unlock the full potential of your property...

Welcome to Bondstones - We're here to help!

​If you're seeking expert assistance with your rural property in England, you've come to the right place. Bondstones is a rural planning and design firm that specialises in change of use planning, architectural design, and town & country planning matters. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that rural properties present, and we're here to help you make the most of them, especially where your site is surrounded by fields, trees and hedges!

We're not a glorified estate agency or an auctioneer with a side hustle - far from it... Our one of a kind, down-to-earth approach and vast experience in the field have equipped us with a tried-and-tested toolkit which enables us to quickly identify issues and develop opportunities even during our initial conversation.  We pride ourselves on providing immediate, no-nonsense advice that's tailored to your specific needs - only asking you (our client) to commit when there is a sure and clear path to follow.

Whether you're new to rural living or have deep roots in the countryside, Bondstones is the perfect partner for your property journey. Our broad range of experience and dedicated rural services cater to a wide range of clients, from farmers and rural estate owners to equestrian businesses and tourism entrepreneurs.

As a firm of Chartered Surveyors regulated by the RICS, you can have confidence in our professionalism and commitment to providing the highest quality of service. Our team is passionate about sustainable rural development and dedicated to helping you realise your property aspirations.

With a strong foundation in rural estate management and related sectors, we are well-versed in rural matters and share a genuine appreciation for the countryside. So, if you're planning a new rural dwelling, to create a charming wedding venue, a tree-house or a bespoke glamping site (or any diversification project for that matter) we're here to help!

Our expertise shines when it comes to projects like these:

  • A Replacement dwelling in an isolated location? Woohoo!
  • Purchasing a redundant watermill to convert into a super-cool contemporary dwelling? You betcha!
  • 'Class R' permitted development - rural business units or a guest house? Absolutely!
  • Creating a wedding venue out in the sticks? Try and stop us!
  • Need a new agricultural workers dwelling in rural England? Sa...weet!
  • Setting up a high-quality tourism venture in the woods? ...is like our bread and butter...
  • Diversifying your business to relieve farming pressures? That's what bondstones was built on... 
​However...
  • An industrial estate development in Epsom?  Forget it...
  • Need advice on an Urban Expansion Project?  Not our bag...
  • Have an 'exciting' new hotel opportunity in Swindon Town Centre?  Er,,, No thanks...

We invite you to explore our website and learn more about the services we offer. When you're ready to take the next step, don't hesitate to pick up the phone and give us a call. Our friendly team is always on hand to discuss your requirements and offer initial guidance, ensuring you're on the right track from the start.

At Bondstones, we're not just about achieving results—we're about building valuable, lasting relationships with our clients and helping them take advantage of their rural situation.  No matter what you need help with, just drop us a line and let's chat about how the Bondstones team will help you unlock the full potential of your project.​
Best wishes,

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​Team Bondstones

01823 210 610

enquiries@bondstones.co.uk


Areas Covered
01823 210 610
​Devon - Somerset - Dorset
​01326 727 828
Cornwall
​01452 234 934
Severn Counties
​01264 513 813
Hants & Wilts
01372 897 697
​Home Counties

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Regulated by The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Bondstones is a regulated firm of Chartered Surveyors - specialising in Change of Use, Architectural Design and "Town & Country Planning" matters (with a core emphasis on "country"!).  Our head-office is based in the West-Country and we typically work in the geographical areas between Lands End and London.  However, on occasion, we also work farther afield...

We are extremely proud to be 'Regulated by RICS' - this means we are a professionally qualified and regulated practice - bound by a code of conduct, strict rules and regulations. This means that we will only undertake work which is directly within our field(s) of expertise and that we are also fully insured (both Professional Indemnity and Public / Employers Liability).

Our team are passionate about architecture and the countryside, its' sustainable future and re-use of rural buildings:  We offer our professional expertise to satisfy a range of rural property issues, including (but not limited to) Planning Consultancy and Architectural Design / Architecture.  Our primary interest is in the delivery of sustainable projects - and particularly the 'change of use' / modification of buildings & land.

Despite our cutting edge offer and market leading output, our services are available to all of our customers at surprisingly low rates - especially compared to our competitors.  OK, its true to say you will always find someone cheaper... but isn't that always the way!

Our philosophy is to provide objective advice from the outset - indeed may of our new clients are amazed at the level of advice that we offer at first contact... Our overriding mission is to "quote high and bill low - providing valuable advice and exceptional design - which should delight our clients at every opportunity"

We generally undertake work for:
  • Farmers & Farm Businesses
  • Rural Estates / Estate Managers
  • Equestrian Properties & Businesses
  • Home / Property Owners*
  • Tourism Entrepreneurs
  • Countryside Attractions & Recreation Sites

* Please note that 'small' extensions are not really our cup of tea... However if necessary we would be happy to refer you to a suitable 3rd party specialist.

That said, large, unique extensions and complete 'one off' domestic overhauls really do float our boat... so please get in touch!
The 'Contact Us' bit:
Call us: 01823 210610
Email us: enquiries@bondstones.co.uk

The 'Legal' bit:
Bondstones (1990) Limited - Registered in England No. 8970430

Registered Address:
Hestercombe House
Cheddon Fitzpaine
Taunton
Somerset
TA2 8LG


"Bondstones" is a Registered Trademark used under licence.
Reg'd: UK00003049388
​© 2012 -2022 - All  Rights Reserved - Bondstones 1990 Ltd

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  • Who
    • Meet the team >
      • Accounts & Management >
        • Melissa Carpenter - Accounts
      • Rural Planning >
        • Ian Firth - Development Director / MD
        • Sarah Henderson - Specialist: Rural Planning
      • Architectural Services >
        • Jennifer Craig - Architectural Technician
  • What
    • Chartered Surveyors
    • Architecture >
      • Architectural Services
      • CDM 2015 Services >
        • CDM Upload
      • Building Regulations
    • Planning Services >
      • Independent Planning Advice
      • Permitted Development >
        • Class Q Conversions
        • Class R Conversions
        • Class ZA - New dwellings - demolition and replacement of commercial buildings
        • 28 Day notice
        • Temporary Land Uses
      • Change of Use Planning
      • Agricultural Planning
      • Farm & Rural Diversification
    • Glamping & Alternative Accommodation
    • Other Professional Services >
      • Property Consultancy
      • Surveys
      • Aerial Surveys
  • Where
    • Blackdown Hills
    • Cornwall National Landscape
    • Cranborne Chase National Landscape
    • Dorset National Landscape
    • East Devon National Landscape
    • North Devon Coast
    • Quantock Hills
    • South Devon National Landscape
    • Tamar Valley
  • How
    • Our Mission
    • Fixed price - Site Specific Advice
    • Testimonials
    • Provision of Services >
      • Deposit Tariff
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disbursements Policy
    • Team Tools
  • Recruitment
    • Wanted! >
      • Senior Architect
      • Senior Planner
      • Rural Planner - Specialist
      • Architectural Assistant (RIBA Part 2)
      • Architectural Technologist (MCIAT)
    • Notice to agencies
  • Examples, Sites & Consultations
    • PLANNING CONSULTATIONS
    • Glenfield Farm
  • Contact us
    • New Project Enquiry