Environment

“On agricultural tenancy matters, they are a very well-educated firm with a well-rounded approach to the practical application of the law. They have a good mix of team members, suitable for all occasions.”

Chambers, 2024

“Relevant additional individuals were rapidly, and with knowledge of the subjects concerned, brought in to advice and guide as necessary for both the lawyers, family and trustees.”

Chambers, 2024

“I have worked with the property team at Wilsons for over 25 years. The team at are highly approachable, personable, and want to understand you and your needs. They are always aware of different family dynamics, personalities and priorities. They treat you as an individual rather than a billing opportunity. Understand issues rapidly and provide often innovative solutions.”

Legal 500, 2024

“Having worked with Sue Pritchett, Sue Russell and Peter Bourke throughout my association with Wilsons they have always managed to find solutions and have been diligent in ensuring documentation and negotiations have progressed flawlessly and rapidly. They have been able to clearly explain clauses and legal jargon in layman’s terms.”

Legal 500, 2024

Certainty in a shifting landscape

Whatever your involvement in farming, you’ll be familiar with the mounting debate on the environment. Support payments linked to environmental schemes and evermore stringent controls are just some of the challenges now making a tough job tougher.


We’re on your side 

We act for farmers, conservation bodies, estates and institutional landlords across a broad range of environmental matters. So whether your case involves development schemes and renewable energy projects, or land-related nuisance claims, flooding, pollution and contamination issues, we can help. 

What’s more, if you’re a tenant farmer needing to comply with environmental legislation, we can advise how fixed equipment provision can keep you the right side of the law. We have an in-depth understanding of both landlord and tenant legislation.