BONDSTONES - Planning & Architectural Consultants
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Sarah Henderson MA MProf. 
Rural Planning & Diversification Adviser
Surveyor

O: 01823 210 610
M:
07890 137 828
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At a glance;

Specialist work areas:

​Rural Planning
Rural Enterprise
Land & Property Management
Planning for Glamping
Tourism Diversification Projects
​Planning Policy & interpretation
Rural Property Advice
Permitted Development
Planning Objections*


​Professional / Relevant Interests:
RICS - APC
CLA (Member)
​TCPA (Member)

Personal interests:
History
Hill Walking
Running
​Rural & Current Affairs
Music (Classical)
Reading

Bio

Following a work experience placement with Bondstones in the summer of 2018, Sarah enjoyed herself so much, she decided to stay...
 
In a departure from her first degree in History (MA Hons) and a burgeoning career in IT 'sales' (which wasn’t really her ‘cup of tea’) Sarah took the brave decision to make an early career shift and undertook a Masters in Rural Estate and Land Management through Harper Adams University (graduating again (!) in early 2018). 

With strong rural roots and a sense of being at home in countryside, her RICS affiliated degree and subsequent work experience - culminating with her with arrival at Bondstones - has formed a solid basis for her specialist role as an adviser in rural planning and diversification.
 
Aside from a wide range of farm and rural business diversification expertise, Sarah particularly enjoys guiding projects which focus on tourism and alternative accommodation and 'glamping'. 

Additionally Sarah works with and advises clients on projects where permitted development and 'alternate routes' through the planning system are available - particularly "Class Q" & "Class R" permitted development options (and ‘fall-back' development); replacement dwellings; and of course advising on matters which may require a bit more ‘in depth’ strategic consideration of primary legislation, statute and judicial precedent...
 
When not working, Sarah is a dedicated explorer and lover of the outdoors where she can frequently be found out walking, running, cycling or open-water swimming... She is also a talented classical musician and partial to relaxing with a good book (alongside a wee dram or a well concocted G & T!).
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
Regulated by THe Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Bondstones is a regulated firm of Chartered Surveyors - specialising in change of use planning, 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 further afield...

We are extremely proud to be 'Regulated by the 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
  • 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
        • 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 AONB
    • Cranborne Chase AONB
    • Dorset AONB
    • East Devon
    • North Devon
    • Quantock Hills
    • South Devon
    • Tamar Valley
  • How
    • Fixed price - Site Specific Advice
    • Testimonials
    • Provision of Services
    • Terms & Conditions
    • Disbursements Policy
    • Team Tools >
      • Team Toolkit
      • Handbook - Part 1: Introduction
      • Handbook - Part 2: Your Place in the Workplace
      • Handbook - Part 3: Policies >
        • OLD - Handbook - Intro
        • OLD - Handbook - Part 1
        • OLD - Handbook - Part 2
        • OLD - Handbook - Part 3
        • OLD - Handbook - Part 4
        • OLD - Handbook - Part 5
      • Handbook - Part 4: Health & Welfare
      • Handbook - Part 5: General Conditions
      • Handbook - Part 6: Parental Policies
      • Handbook - Part 7: Flexible Working & Standards
      • Handbook - Part 8: Data, IT & Communications
  • Recruitment
    • Planning Consultant / Rural Specialist
    • Architectural Technologist (MCIAT)
    • Apprentice Architectural Technician / Surveyor
  • Contact us
    • New Project Enquiry
  • Examples, Sites & Consultations
    • Glenfield Farm