BONDSTONES - Rural Planning & Architectural Consultants
  • Who
    • Meet the team >
      • Accounts & Management >
        • Fuchsia Harmon - PA to Management
        • Melissa Carpenter - Accounts
        • Ian Firth - MD
      • Rural Planning >
        • Sarah Henderson - ​Planning Director & Regional Business Manager
      • Architectural Services >
        • Stuart Woodward - Architectural Director
        • Jennifer Craig - Architectural Technician
        • Ian Firth - Development Director / MD
  • What
    • Fixed price - Site Specific Advice
    • Chartered Surveyors
    • Architecture >
      • Architectural Services
      • CDM 2015 Services >
        • CDM Upload
      • Building Regulations
    • Planning Services >
      • Independent Planning Advice
      • Pre-App Advice
      • Permitted Development >
        • Class MA - permitted change of use; commercial premises to dwelling houses
        • 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
  • 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
    • Testimonials
    • Provision of Services >
      • Deposit Tariff
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disbursements Policy
  • Recruitment
    • Wanted! >
      • Senior Planner
      • Rural Planner - Specialist
      • Architectural Assistant (Pt 2)
    • Recent Appointments >
      • Apprentice Architectural Technician / Surveyor
    • Notice to agencies
  • Examples, Sites & Consultations
    • Case Study: H²Ouse
    • PLANNING CONSULTATIONS >
      • Somerset Call For Sites 2025
    • Old Mill - Case Study (about us!)
  • Contact us
    • New Project Enquiry

Wanted!
- Work with us -

NO AGENCIES!
See our agency policy

Its been over ten years since Bondstones was originally founded - now we're building on our success by expanding our Planning and Architecture teams.  Demand for our services has surged over the last few years and our reputation for success (where others have failed) is inevitably putting positive pressure on us!

We have a fantastically capable and talented team here already and have a superb structure to build on - now we need YOU to join the party...

What can you bring to the table?

If you have something to offer - especially if you have a strong track record and proven experience in the rural sector - we urgently want to hear from you!

We really aren't looking for 'numbered workers' or 'job-holders' - we're seeking to add more motivated people that will grow with Bondstones as we develop the business dramatically over the next 10 years...

Our short term plan is to grow our Taunton Office (The Westcountry Region) with the positions advertised below.  However our three year plan includes the creation of additional centres in Cornwall, Hampshire and Surrey - ultimately growing to >17+ offices nationwide over the next 10 years.  We are now looking for new team members that want to participate and grow with us on our exciting journey.

Our urgent requirements are listed below (click role titles for more detailed info).  To apply, please scroll to the bottom of the page or email your CV with a covering letter to: [email protected]

Senior Architect
Role:
Regional Architect / Senior Architect - Client Facing - Regional Team Leader
Where:
Taunton - Hestercombe House

​Full Time

NB: If you feel you have something to offer Bondstones' clients, but a role that suits your skill-set is not presently advertised, this does not mean that we're not interested - far from it - feel free to contact us (in confidence) to schedule an informal discussion.

We recognise that our future success is dependent on recruiting even more great people - specifically those who want to grow a career with us... 


We have a pretty straightforward outlook in respect of growth too; if there's a business case and you're a good fit - we'll make it work!  So please get in touch if you have something to bring to the table!

Recruitment Pipeline 2025-26:

To satisfy our business plan and to meet ever increasing demand, we are seeking the following roles to grow our team over the next few years.

NB: we recruit on values and ability rather than strictly on qualifications...
If you think you will fit and would like to grow with us - please get in touch for a confidential discussion ASAP!  

Roles shown in bold are our current priority
Cornwall & West Country Region
(Liskeard / Truro Area)

​Core Roles:
Regional Business Manager
Architect
Architectural Assistant (Part 2)
Senior Planner / Planner


Team Support:
Administrator
Westcountry Region
Hestercombe House - Taunton

Core Roles to be filled:

Senior Architect
Rural Planner
Architect
Architectural Assistants (pt 2)
Design Technicians (pt 1)
Architectural Administrator

Planner / Rural Planning Specialist
Planning Assistant
Planning Administrator


Buildings & Design Specialists:
Building Surveyor (Valuer)
Structural Engineer
Architectural Technologist

Land & Planning Specialists:
Landscape Architect
Ecologist
Southern Region
(Stockbridge / Salisbury Area)

​Core Roles:
Regional Business Manager
Architect
Senior Planner
Architectural Assistant (Pt 2)
Senior Planner / Planner


Team Support:
Administrator

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    Please note that all applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.  If you would prefer to discuss the role in person before sending details, feel free to call us...
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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 conveniently located in the heart of 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.

Our cutting edge offer and market leading output are available to all customers and represent tremendous value no matter the scale of their project.  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 provide 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: [email protected]

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 -2025 - All  Rights Reserved - Bondstones 1990 Ltd

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  • Who
    • Meet the team >
      • Accounts & Management >
        • Fuchsia Harmon - PA to Management
        • Melissa Carpenter - Accounts
        • Ian Firth - MD
      • Rural Planning >
        • Sarah Henderson - ​Planning Director & Regional Business Manager
      • Architectural Services >
        • Stuart Woodward - Architectural Director
        • Jennifer Craig - Architectural Technician
        • Ian Firth - Development Director / MD
  • What
    • Fixed price - Site Specific Advice
    • Chartered Surveyors
    • Architecture >
      • Architectural Services
      • CDM 2015 Services >
        • CDM Upload
      • Building Regulations
    • Planning Services >
      • Independent Planning Advice
      • Pre-App Advice
      • Permitted Development >
        • Class MA - permitted change of use; commercial premises to dwelling houses
        • 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
  • 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
    • Testimonials
    • Provision of Services >
      • Deposit Tariff
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disbursements Policy
  • Recruitment
    • Wanted! >
      • Senior Planner
      • Rural Planner - Specialist
      • Architectural Assistant (Pt 2)
    • Recent Appointments >
      • Apprentice Architectural Technician / Surveyor
    • Notice to agencies
  • Examples, Sites & Consultations
    • Case Study: H²Ouse
    • PLANNING CONSULTATIONS >
      • Somerset Call For Sites 2025
    • Old Mill - Case Study (about us!)
  • Contact us
    • New Project Enquiry