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WELCOME

Hello and welcome to the UK’s only trade show dedicated to rural entrepreneurs, diversifying farmers, land owners and country houses.

If this is your first time visiting the show, prepare yourself for an exhibition and conference like no other. Olympia London will be bursting at the seams with exhibitors, seminars and live features all dedicated to helping you make the most out of your farm, rural space, open land or country house. We were bowled over by the overwhelmingly positive response from rural entrepreneurs everywhere when we launched

Farm Business Innovation last year and this is your chance to see why everybody is talking about it.

This November sees the first ever Country House Business Innovation, an exciting new event dedicated to inspiring country house owners and managers to diversify. This all-new event will run alongside Farm Business

Innovation for the first time, giving you access to even more seminars and exhibitors. Your ticket grants you entry to both exhibitions, so why not take advantage of this amazing opportunity while you’re at the show?

This show guide brings you all the information about what to expect from the event so that you can plan your visit in advance. Starting with the essential speakers on the next page and moving on to detail every workshop, seminar and exhibitor, you’ll find a huge variety of things to do and see during your time with us. If you’re serious about diversifying your land usage, looking for new ways to generate revenue from your country house, or want to find new ways to make money in rural areas, then attending this unique event just might be the most valuable way you could spend a day.

We look forward to seeing you at the show.

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Make sure you make time for these essential sessions!

Don’t miss out with this full list of who’s speaking where and when.

Detailed information for every exhibitor at this year’s show.

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PUTTING PEOPLE IN TOUCH WITH THE LAND

KATE BEAVAN, BBC THE ONE SHOW’S RESIDENT FARMER

Straight from the small screen and onto our seminar schedule, The One Show’s resident farmer shares her behind-the-scenes story.

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We’ve assembled an unprecedented array of expert speakers covering every aspect of diversification for farms and land-owners.

TV viewers everywhere will remember Kate’s Great Trerhew Farm as the location for the first series of BBC’s ‘Lambing Live’ in 2010. Following on from the popularity of this series, the BBC asked Kate to become The One Show’s resident farmer and she has since gone on to become the health and welfare reporter for Channel 4 at Crufts.

Kate is passionate about sharing her love of farming and traditional rural life, demonstrating what a valuable natural environment a farm can be and reconnecting people with the countryside and food production; all through Kate’s Country School. Offering a wide range of subjects, from lambing to cider making and shearing to wildlife identification skills, Kate combines teaching the courses with farming alongside husband, Jim, and lecturing at Coleg Gwent.

It’s proved a great way to combine her belief in traditional rural skills and good animal husbandry with a successful diversification, without disrupting the everyday working of the farm.

Over the next few pages, you will find details of our keynote speakers. Every one of them has proven themselves as innovators and entrepreneurs, many of them are acknowledged as leaders in their sector – and some of them are award-winning trailblazers.

FRIDAY | HALL 4 | 14.00 - 14.30

If you’re serious about diversifying, adding a revenue stream, or starting your own rural business, these are the people you should listen to. Between them, they represent the most successful rural entrepreneurs in Britain as well as the organisations that support them and shape the business landscape around them.

This seminar is more than a chance to hear first-hand the impact that becoming a TV personality can have on your life. Kate will explain how she combines her everyday work as a farmer with lecturing and why she decided to set up her own small business, Kate’s Country School. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to hear her story.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS HOLIDAYS WITH A DIFFERENCE ALASTAIR SAWDAY

FOUNDER, SAWDAY’S SPECIAL PLACES TO STAY

One of the most popular forms of diversification in Britain today sees farms and estates capitalising on the popularity of the ‘staycation’.

Inspired by his year’s leading travel groups to the hidden delights of France, Alastair set up Alastair Sawday Publishing in 1994. Special Places To Stay – both in book form and on the internet - now features 5,000 Special Places (properties) in six countries, and a very particular take on holiday accommodation that is just that little bit… ‘different’.

Under Alistair’s guiding hand, Special Places To Stay encourages the breaking of rules, the avoidance of official bodies, and the ploughing of lone furrows.

CHARLIE FORBES ADAM AWARD-WINNING STEWARD OF ESCRICK PARK ESTATE

Meet the visionary who has ensured the country estate that has been in his family for 300 years is still relevant and profitable in the 21st Century.

Charlie Forbes Adam is the 12th generation of his family to be steward of Escrick Park Estate. Prior to being awarded the Royal Agricultural Society’s Bledisloe Gold Medal for 2012, Charlie and the estate have won the Anders Wall Award in 2010, a Europe-wide prize for ‘creating a positive rural environment,’ as well as a RICS Award for Building Conversions in 2002.

Charlie has been Chairman of the Yorkshire branch of the CLA and is a Trustee of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society. Mostly he floats about, losing his Cocker Spaniel, trying to read the runes and vaguely bird-watching.

THURSDAY | HALL 1 | 12.00 - 13.00

FRIDAY | HALL 2 | 12.30 - 13.00

Generating Extra Income From B&B And Self-Catering In Your Buildings.

A Rural Revolution – The Transformation Of A Traditional Yorkshire Estate

Alastair’s unique seminar draws on his extensive experience of ‘special places to stay’ to explain the benefits, potential, pitfalls, fun, hassle and delights to be had from renting out your spare space as a B&B or self-catering accommodation. The income may be considerable, or just enough to cover maintenance costs.

This seminar will tackle it all in an easy and conversational way, with contributions from those among the audience who have already ‘done it’.

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CREATING A POSITIVE RURAL ENVIRONMENT

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Find out how planning permissions and new income streams have dramatically increased both cashflow and profitability at Escrick Park Estate, as well as reducing reliance upon farm income and agricultural rents. You’ll also her how this increased income has also enabled the estate to dramatically improve biodiversity in an arable farming area.

MAKING THE MOVE INTO GLAMPING

SHARON EARP, AWARD-WINNING GLAMPING ENTREPRENEUR

Hear the fascinating story of how one woman left behind a senior management career to create an award-winning glampsite.

FRIDAY | HALL 1 | 11.45 - 12.15

Creating An Award-Winning Glamping Business Hear the story of The Dandelion Hideaway journey from concept to planning, including regulatory hurdles and the challenges of balancing managing a dairy farm with a luxurious holiday destination. If you are considering opening a glamping site of your own, make sure you don’t miss this seminar from an award-winning innovator.

When Sharon married a fifth-generation farmer in 2006, she dedicated herself to diversifying the farm business, joining the Feather-Down Farm Days franchise as one of the founding members. They opened The Dandelion Hideaway in Leicestershire five years later, offering the ultimate glamping experience with spacious canvas cottages nestling in the countryside on a working farm. The Times endorsed its arrival with a glowing press article, the first of many enthusiastic media reviews.

The Dandelion Hideaway has gone on to win the ‘Self-Catering Holiday Provider of the Year’ award in the Leicestershire Tourism Awards in 2011, 2012 and 2013. In 2014, it gained another accolade with a Bronze award in the Self-Catering Holiday Provider of the Year category of the Visit England Awards for Excellence.

THE IMPLICATIONS OF DIVERSIFICATION TOM BEELEY & LOUISE SPEKE RENEWABLE ENERGY AND TAXATION EXPERTS

Renewable energy is one of the most popular ways to diversify, but are you aware of the possible consequences? Don’t miss this seminar to find out.

Tom Beeley is the CLA’s Renewable Energy Adviser who advises members on all forms of renewable energy and the various government incentives, including the Renewable Heat Incentive, Feed-in Tariffs and the Renewables Obligation.

Louise Speke is the CLA’s Chief Taxation Adviser with overall responsibility for tax law

and policy, including the tax advisory service to members. She advises on all aspects of national and European taxation that affects owners of land, property and rural business in England and Wales, including Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax, Income Tax (including PAYE issues), Stamp Duty Land Tax and VAT.

FRIDAY | HALL 1 | 11.00 - 11.30

Diversifying Into Renewables Renewable energy is a popular diversification for farms and rural businesses. With the fast pace of change in renewable technology and government policy, this seminar will provide an overview of the current policy issues which may affect your business decision to diversify into renewable energy. Covering the tax issues you should consider such as the impact diversification could have on your ability to claim Inheritance Tax reliefs, don’t make a move before you attend this seminar.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS A FARM STORY WITH A HAPPY ENDING DAVID HORLER

THE MAN BEHIND TRACTOR TED Have you considered adding a children’s franchise to your revenue streams? David Horler explains that’s not as out there as it sounds…

David Horler owns and runs an organic 500-acre family farm in Somerset. He left Cirencester in 1986 and quickly realised that, with prices for beef, lamb and cereals dropping to unprofitable levels, he would have to think innovatively about the business and its income streams. Conversion of some of the traditional low stone buildings into rural workshops began.

In 2000, he met up with a childhood friend, Alexandra Heard, and they came up with an unusual idea for farm diversification. Both David and Ally had young children and were struck by how often their children wanted to watch farm machines at work. At the time there were no videos showing real life farming and so together, they produced a pilot video, Tractor Ted Bread Making. 300 copies were sold in the first month and they nervously funded the initial investment of £500 each, followed later by an investment of £10,000 which covered making the first three films.

THURSDAY HALL 3 | 11.00 - 11.30

Taking The Real Life Farming Experience Out Of The Farm And Into The Home…

Go behind the scenes of Tractor Ted, the children’s multi-million pound media brand with its hit series of books and DVDs about farming and the countryside. Tractor Ted is sold in over 700 stockists in the UK, as well as in the Republic of Ireland, USA and New Zealand. This seminar will give you an insight into the history behind the brand and the exciting plans that Tractor Ted has for 2015 and beyond!

CAMPING IS MORE THAN JUST A CARRY ON DAN YATES, AWARD-WINNING CAMPING ONLINE VISIONARY When staycation meets online entrepreneur, you end up with Dan Yates and a hugely successful online business that could massively boost your revenue.

THURSDAY | HALL 2 | 13.15 - 13.45

Tap Into The £2.5bn Camping Market Via The Online Boom Dan’s cutting edge seminar will show you how you can capitalise on the online boom to tap into the £2.5bn camping and caravan holiday market. He will explain how over 70% of accommodation bookings are now online, with the trend continuing as smartphone use explodes. More importantly, he will show you how to capitalise on this. With campsite and holiday parks on Pitchup.com earning up to £100,000 each annually, Dan will show you how to reap the rewards of the ‘staycation’ online.

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SOLAR POWER – THE FUTURE’S BRIGHT! GILES FRAMPTON SOLAR POWER EXPERT

This is your chance to hear how solar farms and roof arrays could add revenue streams to your farm or land based business.

Giles Frampton trained in naval architecture and then developed a career in the conservation construction sector, working on many high calibre international projects including The Globe Theatre. He also has extensive experience in sustainable construction. Giles oversees all aspects of business development, special projects and day-to-day activities for British Solar Renewables.

FRIDAY | HALL 4 | 13.15 - 13.45

The Future Of Solar Power In Farm Business Innovation Solar farms and commercial roof mounted arrays are delivering new revenue streams and driving down costs for UK farmers. In Giles’ seminar, you will learn about the planning, design, development and operation of solar farm technology and how it will develop in ways that benefit the UK farming sector. Could this be the diversification you’ve been looking for? Find out with Giles’ illuminating seminar.

Dan’s been involved in the camping industry from a young age.

He spotted the opportunity that would become Pitchup.com while working in his family’s holiday park business. During his childhood, Dan helped out at two holiday parks in north Devon, setting up a 28-day campsite at Croyde in 1999 and while at university, a website which accounted for half of bookings by 2002.

A GROWTH MARKET WITH PRODUCT IN GREAT DEMAND SHIRLEY BETTINSON AND TIM HEY, ALPACA EXPERTS

Don’t miss this chance to find out more about specialist livestock and how you could charge a premium for alpaca products.

Shirley established Toft Alpacas near Warwickshire by investing her money and dreams in four pregnant female alpacas in 1997. Since then, they have selected and imported alpacas from Peru, Australia and the USA to improve and maintain the quality of their herd, evaluating and developing their breeding programme at every stage to now farm over 200 alpacas. Toft also processes and sells value added alpaca products and garments in their farm shop and selected European outlets.

Born in Australia, Tim grew up with alpacas on his family farm and moved to England in 2002, where he now farms over 300 alpacas in Dorset with his wife and two children. As a breeder of black alpacas, Tim’s seed stock is highly sought after in the UK and throughout Europe.

Tim is an alpaca judge and spends a lot of time helping customers as they establish their alpaca businesses. The fibre from Tim’s herd of alpacas is spun near Manchester and then sold to Norway, where it is processed into skiing garments.

THURSDAY | HALL 1 | 14.00 - 14.30

Alpacas – The Story Behind This Global Emerging Industry Alpaca farming has become increasingly popular the world over, as demand for breeding stock and their luxurious fibre grows. During this engrossing seminar, you’ll hear why alpacas are now farmed in most countries outside of their native Peru, Chile and Bolivia. Find out how farmers and landowners in Britain are making a healthy return from breeding and selling stock to the domestic and international market, as well as value adding the fibre. Shirley and Tim will show you just how easy it is to join this growth market.

He went on to work at management consulting firm L.E.K., where his projects included the acquisition of Haven Holidays by Bourne Leisure, the holiday park industry’s top two companies. Dan also spent four years at lastminute.com as Head of Strategy and Business Development. During his time there, he advised the company on strategy, leading a number of new initiatives for the company, including the launch of the UK’s first mobile hotel booking site and an award-winning carbon offsetting tool. Ultimately, he ended up managing search engine marketing for the breakout online bookings firm.

Dan struck out on his own when he founded Pitchup.com in 2009 and the awards have rolled in since then, including being listed as a Red Bull ‘Future 50 company’, Best Travel Mobile Site and Best UK Travel Website.

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HOW TO GUARANTEE EVENT BOOKINGS JOANNA GODDARD & SUSAN REID ESTATE LIFE OWNERS

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This November sees the first ever Country House Business Innovation taking place alongside Farm Business Innovation.

We’re thrilled to offer a complete Country House Business Innovation schedule for the first time, with its own dedicated seminar hall, and you’ll find details of these key speakers here.

The seminars cover a diverse range of topics, ranging from open gardens to corporate hire and respecting your property’s heritage while ensuring it thrives in 21st Century Britain. Among these speakers, you will find country house owners whose property has been in the family for generations, as well as entrepreneurs who have bought into the dream, former DJs and academics.

It’s a terrific selection of the most influential and inspirational speakers that have proven country houses can be profitable today, as you will see over the following pages...

If you want to open your property for corporate or private hire, but don’t know where to start, this is the seminar for you!

Joanna started her career as a Retail and Project Manager for the likes of John Lewis and first blended commerce with historic buildings when she led the landmark transformation of Top Shop’s flagship store in London.

When she returned to Scotland in 1998, Joanna led a regeneration company; breathing new life into a rural town, working closely with landowners to establish farmers’ markets and leading to what is now Estate Life.

Joanna has since gone on to advise a number of organisations including

charitable, public and private sector clients and organisations including Channel 4, City of Edinburgh Council and Standard Life Bank.

Susan became co-owner of Estate Life in 2011, following 15 years’ experience in the hotel industry and over 10 years running her own business. An expert in sales and marketing, she has delivered cost effective campaigns and pro-active sales activity to increase the profile and bookings for the properties in the collection since 2003.

She became Managing Director and Co-Owner of Estate Life in 2011, ensuring more properties benefit from the extensive client base she works with worldwide and the professional knowledge and expertise she has in sales and marketing for private properties.

THURSDAY | HALL 7 | 11.45 - 12.15

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Opportunity For Corporate And Private Hire Bookings At Your Property Don’t miss this fantastic two-for-one seminar from the co-owners of Estate Life! Joanna will share the story of Estate Life’s beginnings and growth, including working with Channel 4 on Country House Rescue. Susan will then explain how Estate Life supports a number of estate owners and managers to secure new and increased private bookings at their estate.

Their seminar will explain the process from preparing a property for private hire right to point of conversion of business and how to secure such a market to your property.

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GIVE HERITAGE ASSETS A NEW LEASE OF LIFE SIMON VERDON HISTORIC BUILDING EXPERT

ANSELM GUISE, EVENT EXPERT

With centuries of history behind a country estate, just how do you combine modern business and generating revenue with showing respect for that heritage?

Anselm inherited Elmore Court – which had been in the family since 1262 - from his Uncle, Sir John Guise, in 2007. Since then, Anselm has diversified the main house into a successful wedding and events business with a difference. With a strong focus on self-sufficiency alongside keeping the heritage intact, he wanted to provide a venue and service that was fun and attractive. Prior to this, he was a music festival organiser, club promoter, record label owner, ticket agency owner and manager, DJ and music producer.

If you have a heritage asset that lies unused - or has fallen into disrepair - and you don’t know what to do with it, Simon might have the answer.

THURSDAY HALL 7 | 14.45 - 15.15

Simon Verdon is Head of Business Operations at the Landmark Trust where he is responsible for the holiday letting and operational management of nearly 200 historic buildings. Simon qualified as a Rural Practice Chartered Surveyor and previously managed large agricultural and forestry estates throughout the UK.

Diversifying Elmore Court Into A Successful Wedding And Events Venue

FRIDAY | HALL 6 | 11.00 - 11.30

The Landmark Trust: An Alternative Use For Redundant, Derelict Or Unused Heritage Assets

In his seminar, Anselm Guise will share the fascinating story of inheriting the family estate and how he successfully diversified it in to a thriving Wedding and Events venue with a difference.

Packed with insight, Anselm shares his experiences with you in what is sure to be an essential session for anyone considering setting up as an event venue.

Many historic or architecturally important buildings have seen their original use superseded, but still need to be preserved due to their listed status. In his illuminating seminar, Simon will share The Landmark Trust’s view on how this might be achieved.

COUNTRY HOUSES MADE EASY ANGUS HARLEY, COUNTRY HOUSE CONSULTANT

Working with a number of country house owners and managers, Angus has overcome any number of challenges.

He shares his experience with you here.

Angus is head of Knight Frank’s Country House Consultancy team and helps his high-net-worth clients with every aspect of country house ownership, from day-to-day issues like recruiting staff to a variety of other bespoke and diverse services.

Angus also specialises in country house lettings.

THURSDAY | HALL 6 | 11.00 - 11.30

The Joy Of Ownership – Country Houses Made Easy Country houses can offer their owners a huge amount of pleasure, but satisfying the wide-ranging and constant demands of this type of property is not always easy. Based on his own vast experience, Angus will highlight some of the common issues that owners need to look out for and offers his top tips on how to ensure things run as smoothly as possible.

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DR OLIVER COX, UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD FELLOW

Dr Oliver Cox is a historian who is passionate about convincing the general public that heritage and history still matter in the 21st Century.

Oliver is Knowledge Exchange Fellow in the Humanities at the University of Oxford.

He created and manages the Thames Valley Country House Partnership, finding new ways to engage wider audiences with

FRIDAY | HALL 6 | 12.30 - 13.00

The Importance Of Partnerships Between Country Houses And Universities Oliver’s seminar will explore the various ways in which collaborative partnerships between universities and country houses can help increase visitor numbers, contribute to the bottom line and ensure a sustainable future for properties through harnessing the expert knowledge contained within the higher education sector.

country houses through exciting events and the innovative use of social media.

Oliver brings together academics, heritage experts and tourism professionals to examine the social, economic, political and cultural lives of those who lived and worked in these houses.

Oliver believes that one-off events like concerts, triathlons and literary festivals may be a short term boon for the bottom line, but the most sustainable way of encouraging repeat visits to is to improve the visitor experience and encourage critical engagement with the buildings, collections and landscapes of the nation’s country houses through partnership with one of the world’s leading universities.

WILDLIFE IS INTEGRAL TO THE COUNTRYSIDE VINCE LEA, MONITORING OFFICER, THE COUNTRYSIDE RESTORATION TRUST

Join Vince for his fascinating seminar that draws on his experience using DNA techniques and monitoring wildlife to explain how land managers can contribute to wildlife diversity.

Vince spent nearly 20 years in the high tech world of modern crop plant breeding, using DNA techniques to enhance crops such as wheat, barley and potatoes. He also studied the genetics and history of tea cultivation as a research subject for a doctorate thesis at the University of Cambridge.

During this time, Vince kept up his interest in the natural world as a hobby, particularly birdwatching, which evolved into undertaking monitoring work as a volunteer. Vince has now developed this interest into a second career, working in wildlife monitoring for The Countryside Restoration Trust and The British Trust for Ornithology. He also volunteers for organisations such as The Wildlife Trust, Bat Conservation Trust, Butterfly Conservation and numerous local organisations in Cambridgeshire.

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THURSDAY HALL 7 | 14.00 - 14.30

Counting On Nature In his essential seminar, Vince will explain why land managers should contribute positively to wildlife populations, or at least cause no further losses. He will describe how it is a positive attraction for many visitors, and if indices continue to decline, the regulatory conditions will get more stringent. You will come out of this seminar with a better understanding of how The Countryside Restoration Trust increases wildlife on our farms and how monitoring shows this.

HOW YOUR GARDEN COULD REPAIR YOUR HOUSE SARAH ROGERS OPEN GARDEN GURU

NEW LIFE FOR OLD HOUSES DAMIAN LLAMBIAS

AWARD-WINNING COUNTRY HOUSE BUSINESS EXPERT

There is an alternative to opening your doors to the paying public – open your gates instead!

That’s what Sarah Rogers realised when she established Riverhill Himalayan Gardens.

Riverhill Himalayan Gardens were launched as a tourist attraction in 2010, jointly managed by Ed and Sarah Rogers. Riverhill had been home to the Rogers family since 1840, but financial constraints resulted in large areas of the estate falling into disrepair during the latter half of the last century. The new and innovative open garden business now attracts over 20,000 visitors per annum and has facilitated an ambitious programme of restoration, breathing new life into the estate.

FRIDAY | HALL 7 | 13.15 - 13.45

Launching An Innovative Family-Run Tourist Attraction In this brilliant seminar, Sarah will share her insights into branding and launching a family-run tourist attraction.

During the course of the session, Sarah will cover a range of issues, including staffing and the use of volunteers, marketing campaigns, the use of events to attract visitors and tips on how to maintain momentum in your business.

Proving you can turn a country house into a thriving business in just two years, Damian shares the story of how he reinvented Huntsham Court Country House.

Damian Llambias bought Huntsham Court Country House in Devon with his partner in 2012 and in just two years, transformed it in to a thriving business, winning the Hudson Heritage Commercial Innovation Award. He has been working with historic buildings for over two decades, having renovated and consulted on many private historic properties that combine business and private use. In the past three years, Damian and his partner have also brought a neglected Devon country house back from the brink to create a thriving and profitable business. His passion for historic buildings drives him to help buildings and owners alike find real, viable ways to secure our architectural heritage, so that buildings are preserved and both owners and guests get to enjoy them.

THURSDAY | HALL 6 | 14.00 - 14.30

Re-Inventing A Country House: Business Solutions For Country Houses Every property is unique, and identifying a sustainable and balanced way to enjoy and keep a country house whilst generating income is achievable. This seminar explores how Damian found the balance between a viable future for an historic house, balancing the owners’ use of their property and it generating income, based on first-hand experience with his own project, Huntsham Court. This seminar will help you to understand the market in which your property fits, so that you can establish a solid income-generating business.

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SEMINAR SCHEDULE Whether you’re looking to diversify your farm, find new ways to generate revenue from your land, or seeking the inspiration to realise a source of income from your country house, our extensive seminar schedule is sure to interest you.

There are no fewer than nine seminar halls entirely dedicated

to providing the insight, advice, inspiration and guidance that you need as you identify, research and implement a new revenue stream for your rural business.

The seminar schedule spans a huge range of topics, from tourism, attractions and festivals to renewable energy, self-storage and corporate hire. Every session is delivered by an expert in their

THE INSIGHT, ADVICE, INSPIRATION AND GUIDANCE THAT YOU NEED AS YOU IDENTIFY, RESEARCH AND IMPLEMENT A NEW REVENUE STREAM FOR YOUR

Farm Business Innovation and Country House Business Innovation brings you an essential schedule of seminars, with something to fascinate every rural entrepreneur looking for new ways to generate revenue.

field – no pun intended - bringing you the very latest information, technology and solutions to ensure that your rural business thrives.

The seminar schedule runs throughout both days of the conference, with a diverse choice of topics to suit every rural entrepreneur. Turn the page now for the full details of every seminar this November, to find out who is talking about

what, when and where – making sure that you’re ready for your ‘can’t miss’ moments.

There’s no need to book in advance for any of the seminars – just turn up and take your place to hear the best in the business share their secrets with you. These seminars are always popular and places fill up quickly on the day, so please ensure that you get there early to avoid disappointment.

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Solar Farms and commercial roof mounted arrays are delivering new revenue streams and driving down costs for UK farmers. Learn about the planning, design, development and operation of solar farm technology and how it will develop in ways that benefit the UK farming sector

Alpaca farming has become increasing popular the world over as demand for breeding stock and their luxurious fibre grows. This lecture covers the reasons alpacas are now farmed in most countries outside of their native Peru, Chile and Bolivia. Find out how farmers and landowners in Britain are making a healthy return from breeding and selling stock to the domestic and international market as well as value adding the fibre. Learn why alpacas are easy to keep and offer a great lifestyle to owners.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15 Panel Discussion

Andrew Dyke British Solar Renewables The Future Of Solar Power In Farm Business Innovation

Raoul Tufnell Big60Million Ltd (part of BELECTRIC UK) Community Renewable Energy Development; A Pathway To Successful Land Diversification Community schemes are an exciting and fast growing dimension to the renewable energy industry. Maximising benefits for host communities is critical to generating a step-change in people’s perceptions of renewable technologies and ultimately to successfully diversify your land for renewable energy generation. Using Willersey Solar Farm, Gloucestershire as a case study, the seminar will present an approach to generating maximum local financial, social and environmental benefits.

Douglas Jackson - Savills Agribusiness Fenella Collins - CLA Barry Davies - Davies and Co James Del Mar - Knight Frank Tony Kernon - Kernon Countryside Consultants Ltd Planning For Success Join our panel of experts for a frank discussion about the potential and pitfalls when making a planning application. Each panelist will bring their own unique insight as they discuss the most popular applications in 2014 and how to guarantee the best chance of success.

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15.30 - 16.00

A brief survey of the benefits, potential, pitfalls, fun, hassle and delights to be had from renting out your spare space as a B&B or self-catering space. Anecdotes, figures, ideas, history and reflections on the future. In some cases the income can be considerable; in others it is only enough to take the strain off maintenance costs. We will tackle it all in an easy and conversational way, with contributions from those among the audience who have ‘done it’.

Evolution can provide a solution for your energy needs and show you how this can be used to generate an Income whilst saving you money on your energy bills. We can design, install and commission a complete energy solutions and show you how to gain access to Government Incentives to generate an Income. Future legalisation being introduced in 2016 will require all commercial premises to improve the energy efficiency of property’s and the attractive incentives available today will not be there to support these changes when they become law.

13.15 - 13.45

16.15 - 16.45

New technology has brought down the cost of satellite as a medium for broadband delivery to a level that is affordable by domestic users with prices as low as £15.00 per month. Adaptive coding and modulation optimises the transmitted signal to accommodate rain fade and therefore improve the availability of service in higher frequency bands for fast broadband at upto 20MBit/s and superfast broadband at up to 45MBit/s.

A brand is much more than a mere logo. We’ll be looking at the importance of having the right brand for your business/product(s).

Looking at the big brands, how and why they are successful through the right branding approach; how getting help is not a sign of weakness. Take some practical pointers to get going with your new venture - even re-address some things you’re currently doing.

Alistair Sawday Alastair Sawday Publishing – aka ‘Sawday’s Special Places’ Generating Extra Income From B&B, Self-Catering In Your Buildings

Roger Boddy Global Teleports Fast And Superfast Broadband Via Satellite

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Shirley Bettinson and Tim Hey British Alpaca Society Alpacas – The Story Behind This Global Emerging Industry

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Phil Hibbert Evolution Renewable Energy Solutions Renewable Energy As An Income – It Pays To Go Green

Dan Clemo Sugar Creative Studio Businesses Grow With The Right Approach To Branding

HALL 1 > FRIDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Tom Beeley and Louise Speke CLA Diversifying Into Renewables Renewable energy is a popular diversification for farms and rural businesses. With the fast pace of change in renewable technology and government policy this seminar will provide an overview of the current policy issues which may affect your business decision to diversify into renewable energy and will also cover the tax issues you should consider. For example, what impact will diversification have on your ability to claim Inheritance Tax reliefs?

11.45 - 12.15

Sharon Earp The Dandelion Hideaway Creating An Award Winning Glamping Business The Dandelion Hideaway in Leicestershire opened in 2011 to offer the ultimate glamping experience. Spacious canvas cottages nestled in the countryside on a working farm. The Times endorsed its arrival with its first glowing press article, the first of many enthusiastic media reviews. Hear the story of the journey from concept to planning and regulatory hurdles and the challenges of balancing managing a dairy farm with a luxurious holiday destination.

12.30 - 13.00

Elizabeth Gray cottages4you by Wyndham Vacation Rentals Making Your Holiday Home Work Harder For You

* Content and speakers are subject to change.

The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

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14.00 - 14.30

Raoul Tufnell Big60Million Ltd (part of BELECTRIC UK) Community Renewable Energy Development; A Pathway To Successful Land Diversification Community schemes are an exciting and fast growing dimension to the renewable energy industry. Maximising benefits for host communities is critical to generating a step-change in people’s perceptions of renewable technologies and ultimately to successfully diversify your land for renewable energy generation. Using Willersey Solar Farm, Gloucestershire as a case study, the seminar will present an approach to generating maximum local financial, social and environmental benefits.

14.45 - 15.15

John Rudd New Forest Log Cabins Ltd Custom Designed Log Buildings For Holiday, Farm Manager And Seasonal Workers Accommodation During the presentation the speaker with put forward ideas on how the energy efficient log building can be utilised for temporary or permanent use and how they can meet a number of needs from the very profitable Holiday accommodation market through to seasonal farm workers lodges, Farm Managers Mobile Log Homes through to Farm Shops and Cafes. Attending this seminar will help you gain an appreciation of how flexible the solid log building methods can be and will also give some tips and advice on how to go about getting planning permission for these type of buildings on your land.

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With over 30 years’ experience, cottages4you provide expert advice on making the most of your holiday home. From guidance on what holidaymakers expect to tips on how to market your property and choosing between an agency or directory; cottages4you will help make your holiday home work harder for you. Ideal for everyone involved in holiday letting, whether you have years of experience or are just considering taking the plunge.

13.15 - 13.45

Colin Finlay Nicholsons Beyond Firewood: - Business Enterprises In Woodland A brief survey of the benefits, potential, pitfalls, fun, hassle and New and established woods can offer low impact business opportunities.

We will be reviewing case studies of ancient woodlands, SSSI’s and new plantations being managed responsibly, but being used to provide supplementary incomes away from the norms of firewood and shooting. The discussion will be supported by interviews with Ian Warby from B1KE, and David Gow of AH Cornish Farms.

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HALL 2 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Tonia Davies Mrs Davies Marketing Company Your Farm, Your Story You’ve had a great idea how to take your farm forward, you’ve invested in this idea and now it’s time to tell the world about your new offer. In this seminar we’ll look at the importance of crafting the right story for the right customers and maximise media coverage for you.

Sarah Wood Mulberry Cottages How To Diversify Into Holiday Lettings, Maximise Income & Return Business Sarah will explore how best to set up a holiday let, all the way through to what the market is looking for and how to maximise the level of return visitors. Sarah has much experience in helping rural businesses diversify into holiday lettings, advising at every stage of development, the design and look, then finally marketing and booking of the finished holiday let; always with maximising your income firmly in her mind!

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Gone are the days of agreeing the farm overdraft annually over a cup of coffee. This seminar seeks to investigate the simple methods available today to create a farm budget, and most importantly to amend the budget according to performance and pricing factors that are constantly changing.

Putting a business plan together to start a farm shop is difficult, this presentation will look at the key components of the business plan including: cash flow, budgeting for product mark-up and staffing costs, developing the brand and creating a marketing plan. The presentation will also look at the key role of the business manager in developing and implementing a farm retail business.

Nigel Parsons Landmark Systems No Budget Means No Borrowing In The Modern World…….Lets Make It Easy….

Michael Mack FARMA Getting The Basics Of Farm Retail Correct

15.30 - 16.00

12.30 - 13.00

John Fairlie Engena Limited on behalf of Genatec Limited Planning Renewables On Your Land

Kate Blandford Design Council Growth By Design

Renewable Energy development offers a landowner the opportunity to generate a new income for the farm, whilst maintaining current farming practices. This seminar explores the planning and development issues associated with the development of your site, including environmental assessments, public consultations and the planning process.

Kate will speak about the important strategic role design can play in helping businesses achieve their growth ambitions. Often seen as the shaping and styling of products, services and brands, he will explain how design can do far more and transform the way a business thinks and works.

13.15 - 13.45

16.15 - 16.45

Dan Yates Pitchup.com Tap Into The £2.5bn Camping Market Via The Online Boom Capitalise on the online boom to tap into the £2.5bn camping and caravan holiday market: over 70% of accommodation bookings are now online, and the trend is continuing as smartphone use explodes. Campsite and holiday parks on Pitchup.com - the UK’s leading specialist website with over 1,000 available to book – earn up to £100,000 each annually. Find out more about how to reap the rewards of the ‘staycation’ online.

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14.00 - 14.30

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Amy Repp Donuts Inc. .Farm, .Land, .Camp: Grow Your Business With The Changing Internet Landscape Learn how new .farm, .land, and .camp web addresses can help you optimize your online presence while gaining a thorough overview of the changing internet landscape. Understand how these short, memorable, and innovative new domain endings can expand your outreach, maximize your visibility online, and improve your SEO rankings. Essential knowledge for all business owners and entrepreneurs.

HALL 2 > FRIDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Stuart Beare Tulleys Farm Transition From Pick Your Own & Farm Shop To Event Venue Tulleys Farm has followed a strategy of change since the 1960’s and continues to evolve its business activities to suit the fast changing world. Tulleys focus is “bringing people together” and we do this by offering a diverse range of seasonal family events, themed entertainment, function venue and event space. The change from Pick your Own fruit farm and farm shop to hosting world class events such as Shocktober Fest has been dramatic!

11.45 - 12.15

Anna Baxter Commercial Furniture UK Ltd How To Stand Out From The Crowd And Get Your Brand Noticed

* Content and speakers are subject to change.

The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

INS

14.00 - 14.30

Clodagh Sherrard Levercliff Associates Ltd Contemplating Diversifying Into Food Production – What Are The Things You Need To Think About?

An informative session demonstrating how to approach the diversification challenge. Using 1st hand experience of helping farming businesses to diversify into successful food & drink enterprises, thereby strengthening the core farm business in the process. Plenty of good process tips on how to research a market, find your point of difference, understand your consumer and ultimately how to bring your product or concept to market.

14.45 - 15.15

Amy Repp Donuts Inc. .Farm, .Land, .Camp: Grow Your Business With The Changing Internet Landscape

We will be discussing how to really get your brand known from customised products with your logo on – Seating, Planters and parasols how to giving your customers the ultimate experience and really standing out from the crowd. Joining me will also be the UK Director of Napoleon Grills. We have the Bradley smokers here which is perfect for smoking your own food which is great with Farm shops and also the new 2014 Kamado Joe BBQ.

Learn how new .farm, .land, and .camp web addresses can help you optimize your online presence while gaining a thorough overview of the changing internet landscape. Understand how these short, memorable, and innovative new domain endings can expand your outreach, maximize your visibility online, and improve your SEO rankings. Essential knowledge for all business owners and entrepreneurs.

12.30 - 13.00

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Charles Forbes Adam Escrick Park Estate A Rural Revolution - The Formation Of A Traditional Yorkshire Estate After a brief history of Escrick Park Estate, the seminar will demonstrate how planning permissions and new income streams have dramatically increased both cash flow and profitability of the business as well as reducing reliance upon farm income and agricultural rents. Increased income has enabled the estate to dramatically improve biodiversity in an arable farming area. .

13.15 - 13.45

Linda Krawecke Tiger Tea Events Events On Your Land: Four Things You Need To Know Whether it’s a music festival or game fair, garden show or historic event; if it’s on your land, you have a legal Duty of Care to make sure that it’s safe. Your local authority require events to meet four basic objectives. This talk will give a simple explanation of the four and will give tips on what you can do meet the objectives. A basic “how to” for your event.

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HALL 3 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

14.00 - 14.30

Go behind the scenes of Tractor Ted, the children’s multi-million pound media brand with its hit series of books and DVDs about farming and the countryside. Tractor Ted is sold in over 700 stockists in the UK as well as in the Republic of Ireland, USA and New Zealand. This talk will give you an insight into the history behind the brand and the exciting plans that Tractor Ted has for 2015 and beyond!

In a multigenerational family farming business who are the change agents? Are they internal or external to the business? This seminar seeks to address these questions and discuss the role of trust both inside the business and with those who are external that offer advice.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

David Horler Tractor Ted Taking The Real Life Farming Experience Out Of The Farm And Into The Home…

John Knowles Highline Adventure Outdoor Pig Farming Gives Way To Outdoor Activities John Knowles set up a 30 sow outdoor pig unit in 1987 on Beachy Head. After 20 yrs with a peak annual production of 43,000 pigs p/a he decided that mobile outdoor activities may be a fun option!

Michael Beale Lightsource Renewable Energy Ltd Guarantee Your Income Whatever The Weather Bad weather can mean poor returns, but not with large scale solar development. This seminar will provide information to all landowners looking to diversify their land and income through the development of a solar farm. Topics will cover the business case for solar, funding options, common misconceptions, site selection, different agreement structures and how to choose the right developer to work with.

12.30 - 13.00

15.30 - 16.00

Having the idea is often the easiest part of business innovation. Farm businesses have a wealth of opportunities but the challenge is identifying the right one, developing a strategy to deliver this, financing the concept and then ultimately delivery. Doug will talk you through the four steps of total innovation with the final step being an operation business or project. Doug will present case studies of projects he has been involved with which include tourism, viticulture and wine business, micro-brewery, equestrian events, fishing, corporate events, music festivals and mud runs.

Gain insight into how you can maximise the use of your land, and generate income from camping pods.

13.15 - 13.45

16.15 - 16.45

Douglas Jackson Savills Agribusiness Four Steps To Total Innovation

Andy Warren NatSol Ltd Waterless, Odour Free Toilets For Remote Sites A presentation of options for providing accessible toilets on sites without mains services. How NatSol’s can assist.

Choosing the right product. A quick tour through our website to highlight resources for download. Question and answer session. Our policy is not to sell products unless we believe them to be the right choice for the site based on the information we receive.

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Dr Louise Manning The Royal Agricultural University Who Drives Change In A Family Farming Business?

SEMINAR SCHEDULE

FARM BUSINESS INNOVATION NOVEMBER 2014

Neil Horton Timeless Timber Camping Pods: An Easy Investment

Alexander Asher TradeLink Solutions Ltd Minimum Energy, Maximum Return – Renewable Energy and Modern Farming The seminar will cover the types of renewable generation technologies which are suitable and economical for farms, and the methods for obtaining revenue through these generating stations.

This includes looking at the government subsidies (such as the Feed-in Tariff, Renewable Obligation Certificates and Renewable Heat Incentives), as well as the organisation of Power Purchase Agreements for the sale of electricity.

HALL 3 > FRIDAY

* Content and speakers are subject to change.

The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

INS

11.00 - 11.30

14.00 - 14.30

A presentation of options for providing accessible toilets on sites without mains services. How NatSol’s can assist.

Choosing the right product. A quick tour through our website to highlight resources for download. Question and answer session. Our policy is not to sell products unless we believe them to be the right choice for the site based on the information we receive.

Delegates to the Farm Business Show are here because they realise their farm business can be a dynamic enterprise rather than a subsidy dependent dinosaur. Ideas, energy and organisation are the drivers of success, and the most important of these are ideas. This talk shows how to select the best ‘think different’ ideas, based on 22 years of reporting, reviewing and publishing farming developments.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Andy Warren NatSol Ltd Waterless, Odour Free Toilets For Remote Sites

Nigel Parsons Landmark Systems Ltd No Budget Means No Borrowing In The Modern World…….Lets Make It Easy….

Mike Donovan Practical Farm Ideas Magazine The Route Ahead For Progressive Farmers

Andrew Dyke British Solar Renewables The Future Of Solar Power In Farm Business Innovation

Gone are the days of agreeing the farm overdraft annually over a cup of coffee. This seminar seeks to investigate the simple methods available today to create a farm budget, and most importantly to amend the budget according to performance and pricing factors that are constantly changing.

Solar Farms and commercial roof mounted arrays are delivering new revenue streams and driving down costs for UK farmers. Learn about the planning, design, development and operation of solar farm technology and how it will develop in ways that benefit the UK farming sector

12.30 - 13.00

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Andrew Mansfield CS Labels Ltd Food Labelling Changes And The Benefits Of Digital Printing A look at how the food labelling regulations are changing at the end of 2014 and how the advantages that digital print offers will make the transition a smooth and hassle free process.

13.15 - 13.45

Clarke Willis Anglia Farmers Limited Does Co-Operation Work?

Clarke Willis introduces the Anglia Farmers Group and challenges our perceptions of purchasing collaboration in the 20th Century.

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HALL 4 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

John Brudenell-Bruce Powerball Limited Paintball – Maximise Your Income From The Leisure Industry

Jed Ward Impact IT Solutions (UK) Ltd Technology For Farmers And Land Based Entrepreneurs

How the paintball business has become an established and successful sector over its 35 years within the leisure industry. The financial case for running a paintball business and how this can be a very lucrative use of unprofitable land will be made. The correct design and equipping of a paintball park, staff training, risk assessments, safety procedures and insurance. Marketing strategies will be covered including print, internet, booking agencies.

A short presentation on how to make the most use of technology within your farm or estate so that your IT is working for you and helping to develop and diversify your offering or simply making life easier for you. We will be reviewing the positive impact that IT has had on one Estate so come and join us and listen to our key points for you to consider when choosing your technology solutions.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Clare Taubenheim Good Energy Limited Getting Paid For The Power That You Export Power Purchase Agreements (PPA’s) can provide Generators with an important additional income through the sale of surplus electricity into the grid. Although, deciding which type of PPA best suits your project can sometimes be difficult. The aim of this presentation is to explain the range of PPA products available in the market to help Generators find the best type of PPA for their project. This presentation will also look at the role of the PPA in delivering wider benefits through the sale of exported electricity to the local community and other end users.

12.30 - 13.00

Tim Hopkin Pear Technology Data At Your Fingertips - The Path To The Future Efficiency drives success. How can you increase your own efficiency? The ability to view the whole picture and understand what is happening is possible once you have all the data to hand.

Improved decision making leads to better business direction.The future is bright for farming, technology is helping, but this is putting more expectation on farmers. An awareness of what is out there to assist is vital.

13.15 - 13.45

Dr Keith Thomas Brewlab Ltd Brew Your Way To Profit - Farm Brewed Beer And Cider Utilize the unique character of your farm to brew distinctive beers and cider. A clear and concise summary of what you need to brew outstanding beer and cider from converting underused premises, choosing equipment, designing recipes and selling the product.

With illustrations from successful examples this seminar gives you a taster of small scale production designed to enhance your reputation and profit.

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14.00 - 14.30

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Andy Cameron Cleanearth Overview Of Renewable Farm Diversification Opportunities Wind Power this seminar aims to provide a broad understanding of each technology and the associated economic benefit.d.

15.30 - 16.00

Ean Parsons Parsons Containers Ltd Setting Up And Operating A Container Self-Storage Operation For someone with spare land a container self-storage operation is an attractive option with the promise of lucrative returns for little effort, but is this the truth? Parsons Containers Ltd. have operated U Hold The Key Self-Storage since 2001 and have come across just about all of the pitfalls. This seminar will take you through the set-up from the surface required to the customer contract and what happens when the first customer fails to pay!

16.15 - 16.45

Alan Hammond and Carl Haynes Orchard Consultancy Setting Up And Managing A Camp Site Overview of farm diversification options with emphasis on campsite development from conception to commission including financial, planning and other considerations based on current ‘hands on’ experience. A look at the routes to market and the strengths and weaknesses they include. The advantages of running a campsite as a secondary or bolt on business.

HALL 4 > FRIDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Gary Sucharewycz Lightsource Renewable Energy Ltd Make Your Roof Work For You At Lightsource Renewable Energy we believe that there is a better way to provide businesses with low cost electricity while contributing to a cleaner environment for us all to live in. Our SolarPPA is a simple way of switching to low cost clean electricity supply with no upfront or maintenance cost incurred by the customer. Topics will cover business cases, funding options and how to choose the right partner to work with.

* Content and speakers are subject to change.

The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

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14.00 - 14.30

Kate Beavan Kate’s Country School Re-Connecting People With The Countryside & Their Food This talk offers a humorous insight into farm diversification. In 2010 the Beavan’s family farm was chosen as the first location for BBC’s ‘Lambing Live’. Kate and Jim then founded “Kate’s Country School”, offering a wide range of subjects from lambing to cider making. It’s proved to be a successful diversification, reconnecting people with the countryside and food production, without disrupting the everyday working of the farm.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Utilize the unique character of your farm to brew distinctive beers and cider. A clear and concise summary of what you need to brew outstanding beer and cider from converting underused premises, choosing equipment, designing recipes and selling the product.

With illustrations from successful examples this seminar gives you a taster of small scale production designed to enhance your reputation and profit.

Planting trees on your farm or smallholding can offer great prospects when it comes to diversification – from creating your very own source of firewood for heating, to establishing new habitats for pheasants for game management. Hear from John Tucker as he shares his insights and experiences from landowners who are already enjoying the benefits that trees and woodland can bring to their land and livelihood.

12.30 - 13.00

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Dr Keith Thomas Brewlab Ltd Brew Your Way To Profit Farm Brewed Beer And Cider

Ean Parsons Parsons Containers Ltd Setting Up And Operating A Container Self-Storage Operation

John Tucker The Woodland Trust The Role Of Trees And Woodland In Farm Diversification

For someone with spare land a container self-storage operation is an attractive option with the promise of lucrative returns for little effort, but is this the truth? Parsons Containers Ltd. have operated U Hold The Key Self-Storage since 2001 and have come across just about all of the pitfalls. This seminar will take you through the set-up from the surface required to the customer contract and what happens when the first customer fails to pay!

13.15 - 13.45

Andrew Dyke British Solar Renewables The Future Of Solar Power In Farm Business Innovation Solar Farms and commercial roof mounted arrays are delivering new revenue streams and driving down costs for UK farmers. Learn about the planning, design, development and operation of solar farm technology and how it will develop in ways that benefit the UK farming sector.

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HALL 5 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Barry Jefferd George Hay Chartered Accountants Tax Traps of Diversification - Protecting Your Assets As businesses look to move away from traditional agricultural activities, it is important that the valuable agricultural reliefs that exist in relation to Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax are not lost. It is too easy to turn a tax free asset into one that will see your beneficiaries pay tax at 40%. This seminar will look at the pitfalls for the unwary and will provide practical solutions to real life problems.

11.45 - 12.15

Gary Richardson Access to Farms Partnerships Open Your Farm To Visitors This seminar will take you through the implications and guidelines of the new Code of Practice for safe farm visits. The session will also give delegates an update on Access to Farms work with the Farm Safety Partnership.

Matt Heast National Farm Attractions Network Practical Ways Of Enforcing The Code Of Practice Practical ways of bringing your park or animal attraction up to the new code of practice standard, as experienced

by Matthew a farm park operator.

14.45 - 15.15

Nichola Traverse-Healey Barton Willmore Shaping Your Business Priorities In An Evolving Planning System This seminar will explore the latest developments opportunities across a range of areas relevant to the functioning of a vibrant rural economy including infrastructure, agricultural diversification and the energy sector. The seminar will not only identify opportunities but highlight potential challenges and trends which may have an impact on the best way to move your business forward.

12.30 - 13.00

15.30 - 16.00

Rural buildings – change of use to residential, leisure, commercial, etc. The practical approach to securing planning permission under the new Permitted Development Rights regime – cutting through the red tape and avoiding the pit falls!

Get latest tips and strategies to ignite your online and business potential. Covering social media top tips for business as well as online web optimisation to get more from Google and keeping ahead of new EU legislation for business security, you’ll discover the latest trends and key strategies to help your business make money as you sleep!

13.15 - 13.45

NOTES

Barry Davies Davies and Co Rural Buildings – Change Of Use – The New Permitted Development Rights – Good Or Bad News?

Mark Scott Clear Sky Safari Tents Your Essential Guide To Getting Into Glamping We’ll take you through everything you need to know about setting up a glamping business from planning permission and where to locate your safari tents to marketing and setting up a website. More than that we’ll also show you how to make your site special - from hot tubs to rooms with a view, we’ll look at what guests want from their glamping experience and how you can stay a step ahead of the competition.

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14.00 - 14.30

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Steve Bishop Flame Concepts Digital Solutions Web And Social Strategies To Make Money As You Sleep

HALL 5 > FRIDAY

* Content and speakers are subject to change.

The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

INS

11.00 - 11.30

14.00 - 14.30

How Boreholes can be used to supply both Water and Geothermal Heating. The processes, regulations and implications of drilling on your land.

In April 2014 it became permitted development outside of National Parks and AONBs to change the use of agricultural buildings into up to three dwellinghouses. This seminar will explain what the new rules are, how they are working in practice, and give feedback from around the country. It will explain the notification and planning application processes, and so will address buildings within AONBs as well, giving real examples.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Richard Lane Geologic Boreholes Drilling For Private Water Supplies And Ground Source Heating

Mark Scott Clear Sky Safari Tents Your Essential Guide To Getting Into Glamping We’ll take you through everything you need to know about setting up a glamping business from planning permission and where to locate your safari tents to marketing and setting up a website. More than that we’ll also show you how to make your site special - from hot tubs to rooms with a view, we’ll look at what guests want from their glamping experience and how you can stay a step ahead of the competition.

12.30 - 13.00

Barry Jefferd George Hay Chartered Accountants Tax Traps Of Diversification - Protecting Your Assets

Tony Kernon Kernon Countryside Consultants Ltd Residential Conversions: Permitted Development Explained

Barry Davies National Farm Attractions Network Change Of Use Of Farm Buildings To Leisure & Tourism Use – The New Permitted Development Rights (2013) – Good Or Bad News?

The change of use of agricultural or farm buildings to leisure or tourism use. The practical approach to securing planning permission under the new Permitted Development Rights regime – cutting through the red tape and avoiding the pit falls!

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As businesses look to move away from traditional agricultural activities, it is important that the valuable agricultural reliefs that exist in relation to Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax are not lost. It is too easy to turn a tax free asset into one that will see your beneficiaries pay tax at 40%. This seminar will look at the pitfalls for the unwary and will provide practical solutions to real life problems.

13.15 - 13.45

Chris Tucker MRICS Edwards and Partners, a Division of Sanderson Weatherall LLP Caravan And Holiday Parks; Everything You Need To Know From a history of the industry to the latest trends, this talk provides guidance on developing and operating a holiday park. Starting with planning permission and Site Licences, the presentation will look at different types of holiday accommodation including tents, touring caravans, static caravans and lodges, the likely occupancy levels and realistic income expectations. Also understand how holiday parks are valued, so that you can maximise the value of your own holiday business.

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HALL 6 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Angus Harley Knight Frank The Joy Of Ownership – Country Houses Made Easy

Damian Llambias Huntsham Court Country House Re-Inventing A Country House: Business Solutions For Country Houses

As businesses look to move away from traditional agricultural Country houses can offer their owners a huge amount of pleasure, but satisfying the wide-ranging and constant demands of this type of property is not always easy. Based on his own vast experience, Angus will highlight some of the common issues that owners need to look out for and offers his top tips on how to ensure things run as smoothly as possible.

Every property is unique and identifying a sustainable and balanced way to enjoy & keep a country house whilst generating income is achievable. This seminar explores how to found the balance between a viable future for an historic house, balancing the owners use of their property and it generating income, based on first hand experience with his own project Huntsham Court. Understanding the market in which your property fits, so you can establish a solid income generating business.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Julia Trustram Eve English Wine Producers Marketing English Wine It’s one thing to embark on growing grapes and producing the wine, but marketing needs to start from the very beginning of the venture. There are many options to consider, and happily many opportunities to embrace. Building recognition in the world of English wine is not just down to the individual brand, but also through collaborative marketing. This seminar will outline some of the activities and ideas that may provide guidance or inspiration.

12.30 - 13.00

Isabel Smith Isabel Smith Wedding Consulting Becoming A Wedding Venue That The Millennial Bride Actually Wants Not every happy couple wants a church wedding or a registry ceremony. Many couples are increasingly looking for stunning locations for their special day – could your country house provide the perfect backdrop? This seminar will show you what’s involved, from which licences you will need for weddings and civil ceremonies to value added services that tomorrow’s newlyweds are clamouring for.

Keith Morris Landmark Systems Ltd Managing The Costs/Activities Of A Country House And Associated Properties To manage costs you first have to be able to identify them, this holds true for not only the main residence but also any other properties on the estate. You may even want to budget and report on current expenditure for certain projects. Secondly,in the world of increasing red tape you need to have systems in place to make sure routine property related events are flagged up in a timely fashion and the knowledge that someone is responsible for auctioning and recording these.

15.30 - 16.00

Alistair Johnson Spa Creators Sweating Your Asset Creating a unique business opportunity with un used buildings’ Alistair Johnson from Spa Creators takes you on a journey into the world of spa with an informative presentation on the current trends, his experiences of developing spas in country house properties with a guide on the do’s and don’ts.

13.15 - 13.45

16.15 - 16.45

Understand how the proven technology of a modern heat pump system can revolutionise the way in which you heat your home. We will explain how a modern renewable heating system can be seamlessly integrated within contemporary and historic country houses. We will also explain the Government backed Renewable Heat Incentive. Don’t miss out, know what you need to know to make the move now, and get paid for doing it!

After a brief overview of the UK coffee market, Laurence will share his expertise in setting up a café, including thinking of a theme, doing your market research, planning including finances, choosing your suppliers carefully, getting advice, getting operationally fit and last but not least, making the most of PR and marketing.

Peter Randall Ecovision Renewables Heat Pumps, The Renewable Oilternative!

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Laurence Beardmore York Coffee Emporium Settine Up A Café - What You Need To Know To Get Started

HALL 6 > FRIDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Simon Verdon The Landmark Trust The Landmark Trust: An Alternative Use for Redundant, Derelict or Unused Heritage Assets Many historic or architecturally important buildings have seen their original use superseded but due to their listed status still need to be preserved. The Landmark Trust offers a view on how this might be achieved.

* Content and speakers are subject to change. The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.countryhouseinnovation.co.uk/ for the latest information.

14.00 - 14.30

Ronnie Brown Blachere Illumination UK Ltd Light It And They Will Come Lighting works, we will be discussing the use of lighting as a marketing tool. Creating an atmosphere and mood.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

We’ll take you through everything you need to know What opportunities lie at the fingertips of todays estate manager?

Our landscape is evolving and we need to prepare for change.

Diversification involves new information and the need to manage this data efficiently? Tim Hopkin, will outline how the use of modern mapping tools can help you prepare for change, keep control and make your life easier. More useful data is now available and it is all at your fingertips.

The UK wine industry is now recognised as a premium wine-producing region, with English and Welsh wines winning many prestigious international awards. There are over 400 vineyards in England and Wales covering some 3,500 acres and producing sparkling and still wines. We invite you to explore this opportunity and find out more about this exciting, profitable and expanding industry.

12.30 - 13.00

15:30 - 16:00

TBA

Large heritage country houses can be ruinous to heat with oil. In this seminar we explain how Biomass and other Renewables can be a game changer for the owners of large houses and country estates.

Tim Hopkin Pear Technology Estate Management - A Future Vision

TBA TBA TBA

13.15 - 13.45

Sarah Wood Mulberry Cottages How To Diversify Into Holiday Lettings, Maximise Income & Return Business

James Dodson UKVA / Vine Works Ltd English Wine Revolution: Join Here

Matthew Rose Prescient Power From Oil In The Tank To Cash In The Bank

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Sarah will explore how best to set up a holiday let, all the way through to what the market is looking for and how to maximise the level of return visitors. Sarah has much experience in helping rural businesses diversify into holiday lettings, advising at every stage of development, the design and look, then finally marketing and booking of the finished holiday let; always with maximising your income firmly in her mind!

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HALL 7 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Matt Fulford LSI How To Obtain Greater Value From Energy

Vince Lea The Countryside Restoration Trust Counting On Nature

Energy costs are rising and becoming an increasing burden but this seminar will help you, with practical tips and advice, to reduce this burden and release the potential that energy can provide.

Wildlife is integral to the countryside. Land managers should contribute positively to wildlife populations, or at least cause no further losses; it is a positive attraction for many visitors, and if indices continue to decline the regulatory conditions will get more stringent. I will show how the CRT increases wildlife on our farms, and how monitoring is used to demonstrate this and guide us. Our principles can be applied anywhere.

11:45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Susan Reid & Joanna Goddard Estate Life Opportunity For Corporate & Private Hire Bookings At Your Property

Anselm Guise Elmore Court Diversifying Elmore Court In To A Successful Wedding And Events Venue

Estate Life supports a number of Estate owners, factors and managers to secure new and increased private bookings at their estate. Working with landowners, family businesses, factors and managers to research, establish and develop commercial projects and diversification on rural estates. The seminar will talk through the process from preparing a property for private hire right to point of conversion of business and how to secure such a market to your property.

In this seminar Anselm Guise will share his story of inheriting the family estate and diversifying it in to a thriving Wedding and Events venue with a difference.

12.30 - 13.00

15.30 - 16.00

Rowan Sorrell guides you through the exciting and fast growing mountain bike industry, and demonstrates how the addition of mountain bike trails and supporting facilities can present an excellent business opportunity for landowners.

Drawing on his first-hand involvement and in-depth knowledge of the Cotswolds’ leading estates, Paddy looks at some of the opportunities for owners to make the most of their property’s potential, whether that is creating new lifestyle, environmental and sporting opportunities, creating diversified income streams, or making the most of renewable energy.

13.15 - 13.45

16.15 - 16.45

Rowan Sorrell Back on Track Mountain Bike Solutions How Mountain Biking Can Bring Your Land to Life

Henry Reily-Collins Hallidays Hydropower Ltd Revenue From Your River Working nationwide with stately homes and estates such as Blenheim Palace, Broughton Castle, Colesbourne and various National Trust properties, Hallidays Hydropower have spent six years perfecting ways to harness Revenue From Your River. This seminar will look at case studies involving both Hydroelectric Power schemes and Hydrothermal Heatpump Technologies sensitively incorporated into heritage and listed properties.

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Paddy Hoare Knight Frank From Rock Stars To Rural Entrepreneurs – Making The Most Of Your Country Estate

Clodagh Sherrard Levercliff Associates Ltd Contemplating Diversifying Into Food Production – What Are The Things You Need To Think About?

An informative session demonstrating how to approach the diversification challenge. Using 1st hand experience of helping farming businesses to diversify into successful food & drink enterprises, thereby strengthening the core farm business in the process. Plenty of good process tips on how to research a market, find your point of difference, understand your consumer and ultimately how to bring your product or concept to market.

HALL 7 > FRIDAY

* Content and speakers are subject to change. The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.countryhouseinnovation.co.uk/ for the latest information.

11.00 - 11.30

14.00 - 14.30

James will be talking about the challenges involved in refurbishing a listed property including everything, from managing budgets to how to deal with newts, bats and planning officers. He will give you tips on how to get the best out of your building contractors and the supply chain. He will guide you through the bewildering process of due diligence, explaining your legal and statutory duties as well as advising on contracts and procurement and pre and post-contract duties.

Guidance for prospective buyers of large country houses or estates – explaining the legal process and points to look out for.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Whether it’s a music festival or game fair, garden show or historic event; if it’s on your land, you have a legal Duty of Care to make sure that it’s safe. Your local authority require events to meet four basic objectives. This talk will give a simple explanation of the four and will give tips on what you can do meet the objectives. A basic “how to” for your event.

Watch Chris recreate his live BBC Blue Peter Guinness World Record 60 second speed Disc Golf putting attempt. Learn about the history of the Frisbee and how ‘Disc Sports’ has dramatically grown in popularity in recent years. Chris then focuses on Disc Golf and how the sport is currently developing in the UK. Discover how a professionally designed and installed Disc Golf course can provide a unique outdoor experience for users age 5 to 75. A low cost, high benefit facility that safely shares multi-use spaces in an ecological way.

James Carter-Brown Knight Frank Bats To Budgets - The Challenges Of Refurbishing A Listed Building

Linda Krawecke Tiger Tea Events Events On Your Land: Four Things You Need To Know

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12.30 - 13.00

James England BlueSky Experiences How To Add Value To Your Offering With Team Building Events

Mark Charter Blake Morgan A Lawyer’s Guide To Buying A Country House Or Estate

Chris O’Brien Catch The Spirit Frisbee, Disc Golf And Inspiration For All To ‘Catch The Spirit’

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BlueSky Experiences started as a farm diversification, using the asset of land and buildings in an innovative way. The seminar tells the story of how this start-up has become recognised as one of the UK’s top brands in the Team building sector. BlueSky Experiences has recognised over the years the demand to add value to the Country House offering with team building events. James will give delegates an insight on how this can be achieved, increasing revenue, with low capital expenditure and attractive margins.

13.15 - 13.45

Sarah Rogers Riverhill Himalayan Gardens Launching An Innovative Family-Run Tourist Attraction An insight into branding and launching a family-run tourist attraction, to include staffing and the use of volunteers , marketing campaigns, the use of events to attract visitors and tips on how to maintain momentum in the business.

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HALL 8 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Richard Jones Oundle Wealth Management Ltd Can My Pension Finance My Diversification?

Tom Pearson Wild Duck Productions Turning Your Festival Idea Into A Reality On Your Land

New ventures often require additional capital.

Whether this is for land/premises, equipment or working capital, the strain can stop many business before they start. Richard will discuss methods that may be used to finance diversification projects such as using pension funds to buy land or commercial property, and will look at how the forthcoming changes in pension legislation may make it easier for funds to be accessed for business use.

You have an idea, you have land; now combine the two! Tom takes you through the key points to consider when using your land to host your own food or music festival; a concert or show; fair or specialist event. From insurance, health and safety and licensing; to staging, lighting, sound and infrastructure; from working with local authorities to working with artists and crew. Come and be inspired!

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

BlueSky Experiences started as a farm diversification, using the asset of land and buildings in an innovative way. The seminar tells the story of how this start-up has become recognised as one of the UK’s top brands in the Team building sector. We at BlueSky Experiences are seeing an increased demand for team building events and believe there are excellent opportunities for land owners to diversify into this sector. We will give delegates an insight as to how this can be achieved, increasing revenue, with relatively low capital expenditure and attractive margins.

In today’s competitive environment, a European market position and distribution network is key to the profitability of every brand. Join the seminar and learn how Feather Down Farm Days and its partners benefit.

James England BlueSky Experiences How And Why Corporate Team Building Events Can Be A Successful Diversification

Mark Charter Blake Morgan Issues In Farm And Estate Diversification Guidance for farmers and land owners in relation to key legal issues they may encounter in diversification projects.

13.15 - 13.45

Tom Dixon Sawday’s Canopy & Stars Treehouses And Trends: Discovering Opportunities Within The UK Glamping Industry Tom will provide a review of the UK glamping market including key trends, insights and the opportunity for Farms and Country Estates.

Particular focus will be on the unique business potential of treehouses, including a number of case studies and considerations for those exploring this kind of diversification. Discover some of the more unusual spaces popping up within this niche sector and get some new inspiration to create your own special space.

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Stefan Thurau Feather Down Farm Days A European Market Position Is Important For Good Occupancy

15.30 - 16.00

12.30 - 13.00

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Robin Gifford Bio Global Industries Ltd Grow Your Own Fuel – The Future Of Biomass Using multi-fuel Biomass Boilers you can burn a wide range of alternative, high calorific and cost effective biomass fuels.

The potential is now there to turn all green waste into pellets to burn. You can also grow your own biomass crops and utlize animal bedding and manure, with no additional drying or processing.

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Dan Yates Pitchup.com Tap Into The £2.5bn Camping Market Via The Online Boom Capitalise on the online boom to tap into the £2.5bn camping and caravan holiday market: over 70% of accommodation bookings are now online, and the trend is continuing as smartphone use explodes. Campsite and holiday parks on Pitchup.com - the UK’s leading specialist website with over 1,000 available to book – earn up to £100,000 each annually. Find out more about how to reap the rewards of the ‘staycation’ online.

11.45 - 12.15

Nigel Padbury Technology Crops Ltd Growing For A Market – Getting More From Your Arable Cropping

* Content and speakers are subject to change.

The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

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James Mennekens Feather Down Farm Days We Will Help You Grow Your Business In Europe Using Our Own Experience The basis of a powerful tourism business-model is based on strong occupancy resulting from outstanding product that fits all the needs of today’s customer, with both positive and effective social and European coverage. Based on our personal experience and on our successful product Feather Down Farm Days, we believe we can help you to grow your income.

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Some of the UK’s most familiar arable crops can deliver considerably more value by selecting species and varieties that best meet market needs. Whether it is oilseed rape with a different fatty acid spectrum, wheat with improved protein quality, linseed with higher Omega-3 levels, or the brand new crop, Ahiflower, the management of these crops is frequently identical to the equivalent commodity crop but the return per hectare is considerably higher.

12.30 - 13.00

Andrew Howe Bridge Leisure Management Holiday Parks – The Right Diversification For You? An overview of the operating models and revenue strands available from the holiday park sector, together with a review of current trends and the state of the UK holiday park industry.

13.15 - 13.45

Tim Scott The Countryside Restoration Trust Wildlife Friendly Farming I will show how a mosaic of crops, over wintering fields as stubble and sympathetic use of crop protection products benefit wildlife. As a consequence, wildlife numbers have increased in contrast to the national trend, the skylark has more than doubled over the past 20 years. Yellow hammers, linnets, grey partridge numbers are also all up thanks to our cropping mix, smaller fields, bird-specific grass seed mixes and conservation headlands.

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HALL 9 > THURSDAY 11.00 - 11.30

Charles Gulland Wigwam Holidays The Power Of Wigwam For Business Success

Adrian Cecconi Lark Energy Commercial Installations Ltd Tackling The Commercial Rooftop Solar Market Today

With a track record of over two decades in building wooden cabins from sustainable home grown timber, Charles Gulland, the original innovator of the camping pod and founder of the first ‘glamping holiday’ business, demonstrates how his unique and proven business model has helped farm businesses diversify and maximize revenue. Charles will talk about how Wigwam® Holidays, with proven success can support and grow your business, with the benefits of being part of one of the UK’s biggest alternative holiday brands.

The seminar will walk the audience through the decision making process of what solar PV can do for them on their rooftops and explore the options available in the market to suit each individual needs. Myth busting and jargon busting easy guide to all considerations undertaken when building solar PV on rooftops today. Why is solar a good idea today and what is the future of solar PV in the UK.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Damien Field The Camping & Caravanning Club Diversify By Operating A Certificated Site With The Camping and Caravanning Club This presentation will give information and guidance to landowners who may be interested in diversifying and operating a campsite with The Camping and Caravanning Club - the world’s largest Club of its kind with over 520,000 members. Come and hear how the Club can help you generate additional income, through our ‘handholding’ application process with continued support for the lifetime of your site.

12.30 - 13.00

Ronnie Brown Blachere Illumination UK Ltd Light It And They Will Come Lighting works, we will be discussing the use of lighting as a marketing tool. Creating an atmosphere and mood.

13.15 - 13.45

Darren Johnson IBD Distribution Ltd Leveraging Renewables Heat Incentive Payments For Farm Heating Schemes The government’s non-domestic renewable heat incentive (RHI) scheme rewards businesses for the adoption of heating schemes that work using renewable energy sources. Payments are made over a twenty year period, fixed at the tariff on entry to the scheme and increased in line with inflation. Farms and rural communities now have a real opportunity to move away from costly fossil fuels and see a healthy return on their investment.

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William Barden Barden Energy Ltd Get Paid To Heat Your Large Area Space Barden Energy Market Leaders in Biomass would like to introduce our new innovative PelletAir space heater so you can see how your business can get paid to go green. We will be discussing how easy it could be for you to receive the Government Renewable Heat Incentive by installing a plug and play, selfcontained, compact PelletAir unit with potential financial returns reaching over £100,000. Can you afford not to heat your premises?

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* Content and speakers are subject to change.

The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

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11.00 - 11.30

14.00 - 14.30

With a track record of over two decades in building wooden cabins from sustainable home grown timber, Charles Gulland, the original innovator of the camping pod and founder of the first ‘glamping holiday’ business, demonstrates how his unique and proven business model has helped farm businesses diversify and maximize revenue. Charles will talk about how Wigwam® Holidays, with proven success can support and grow your business, with the benefits of being part of one of the UK’s biggest alternative holiday brands.

We will look at the benefits of having a Catering offer, How to start, What to consider when opening your first food operation. Understand your customer. Consider your location.

Maximise foot fall. We will also Look at market trends and interior design. Consider a Farm shop as your next step.

11.45 - 12.15

14.45 - 15.15

Charles Gulland Wigwam Holidays The Power Of Wigwam For Business Success

Tim Croxson Croxson and Son Ltd The Role Of Packaging In A Brand’s Success Every product needs packaging of some form. Drinks and food packaging need to stand out in a crowded marketplace, where competition is tough, and having the best tasting product just isn’t enough. Find out how packaging can be used to make a statement, even when costs have to be kept to a minimum.

12.30 - 13.00

Alan Hammond and Carl Haynes Orchard Consultancy Setting Up And Managing A Camp Site

Amanda McGreavy CDS-Wilman Catering For Profit

Kathleen Cassidy Food Assembly The Food Assembly: Enabling Direct Trade Between Local Farmers And Communities The Food Assembly is an online market with a weekly community collection point and time, enabling direct trade between local farmers and food-makers, and local groups of customers. It is a new transparent way of buying food where members (customers) know exactly who made their food, where it comes from, and how much money the local producers receive from every sale (83.3%).

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Overview of farm diversification options with emphasis on campsite development from conception to commission including financial, planning and other considerations based on current ‘hands on’ experience. A look at the routes to market and the strengths and weaknesses they include. The advantages of running a campsite as a secondary or bolt on business.

13.15 - 13.45

Richard Saillet Ecotoilets What Comes Naturally, Let Nature Take Care Of To inform and enlighten landowners and all relevant parties, how to deal effectively with humanure. Requiring no conventional waste removal and for a fraction of the cost imagined and with far less problems than envisaged.

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Anglia Farmers Limited

Supporting farm diversification

www.angliafarmers.co.uk

EXHIBITOR LISTINGS .farm, .land, & .camp Stand Number F842 Plant the seeds for success with a short, specific, and meaningful new web address from Donuts, Inc. and Go Daddy.

07538 397 158 www.donuts.co Access to Farms Stand Number F764 Access to Farms is a partnership of organisations dedicated to offering support to the industry which will enable them to offer first class educational farm visits in a safe and welcoming environment 01422885566 wwwcountrysidelearning.org AEM Leisure Ltd Stand Number F956 Bumper-Balls, AquaZorbs and other Inflatable Activities.

Buy your own. Private Event Hire.

On-going Support and Repair.

07889945393 www.Bumper-Balls.com Agricultural Trader Stand Number F360 The Agricultural Trader is a monthly publication dedicated to the agricultural industry and those involved with agriculture as a whole, covering the whole of the UK and Ireland.

01271 341650 www.agriculturaltrader.co.uk Airquee Limited Stand Number F628 & F912 Airquee is Europe’s largest inflatable manufacturer of inflatable and soft play. We offer outstanding quality with competitive prices on a huge range of inflatables. See how Airquee can help you diversify your business into inflatables.

01179 414 918 www.airquee.co.uk Airspace Software Ltd Stand Number F552 Allocate is an online booking system used by B&Bs, Holiday Homes and Campsites. Allocate simplifies booking management and the handling of your

customers, it eliminate errors and frees-up your time as customers make their own bookings and payments.

01634 323648 www.allocate.co.uk Allen Associates (HPE) Ltd Stand Number F466 Chemical and Process Engineering Design consultancy serving the Scotch Whisky industry, Craft Distilling and the food and soft drink industry. Founded in 1994 and based in Stirling, UK. We can design and supply process plant to suit client requirements - e.g your own craft distillery.

01786 448777 www.allenhpe.co.uk Anglia Farmers Limited Stand Number F240 Growing volumes help members to save money on all of their key inputs and business essentials, from electricity and mobile phones to vehicles and building supplies.

01603 881 881 www.angliafarmers.co.uk Arctic Cabins Ltd Stand Number F330 Arctic Cabins manufacture a wide range of exquisitely designed BBQ cabins, garden buildings and summerhouses. We can make any timber building to your specification, insulated, double glazed and heated making them stunning buildings for use all year round.

0115 9328888 Soloman Road Armadilla Ltd Stand Number C370 The Armadilla comprises a natural timber shell integrated atop a solid steel frame, housing within every square inch innovation, luxury, and surprise.

01314401300 www.armadilla.co.uk Armstrong Laundry Systems Stand Number F534 Make money from laundry!

We supply a complete range of commercial laundry equipment -

coin, token (or free vend) washers and dryers, plus service and spare parts throughout the UK & Ireland. Talk to us about income generating ideas!

01635 33881 www.armstrong-laundry.co.uk Ashton Shepherd Huts Stand Number F212 Ashton Shepherd Huts - a quality builder of traditional shepherd huts based upon original Victorian principles. We use traditional materials and local craftsmen to offer a versatile outdoor space for both domestic and business use, and work to satisfy customer requirements.

07860 553 667 www.ashtonshepherdhuts. co.uk ATHENA Commercial Solutions Ltd Stand Number F368 ATHENA Commercial Solutions are entirely independent of any bank or financial institution but have a close working relationship with all types of lending institutions across the UK enabling us to be confident in securing the finance you need to develop or consolidate your business. +44 (0) 7867 777914 www.athenacommercial.com Autoculture Stand Number F512 Autoculture are a distributor of a wide range of children’s toys and pedal go karts, garden machinery spare parts and equipment and forrestry parts and equipment.

Autoculture are the UK importer of Dino karts and Dantoy - a vast range of very high quality plastic toys for commercial use and retail.

01342 834497 www.autoculture.co.uk Back On Track Mountain Bike Solutions Stand Number C266 Back on Track are the UK’s leading mountain bike facilities development company. Offering consultancy, design and construction of mountain bike trails and developing business models to help private land owners maximise the potential of their land by means of this environmentally friendly pastime.

01495 785428 www.back-on-track.co.uk

investors. Our 11 teams across the UK provide landowners with bespoke advice on what opportunities for development might exist as well as connect you to the people who can make it reality.

0118 943 0000 www.bartonwillmore.co.uk BCT Outdoors Ltd Stand Number F630 BCT Outdoors Ltd are a long established British Tent and Softplay manufacturer specialising in the Glamping, Tour Operater, Festival and leisure market.

01274 728469 www.bctoutdoors.com www. softplay-direct.com BeBa Energy Uk Stand Number F1114 BeBa Energy is the leading nationwide installer of high quality Solar PV. Our winning combination of technology, expertise and professionalism is delivered by a committed team and backed by a unique yield and product guarantee. Our unique Partner Plus insurance means your yield is fully guaranteed.

01442220100 www.beba-energy.co.uk BELECTRIC UK Stand Number F622 BELECTRIC are the world market leader in the design, development, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance of large scale solar photovoltaic projects.We have completed 3,000 Rooftop Systems, 250 Solar Farms, and several Car Parks.

01895 452 640 www.belectric.co.uk Blachere Illumination UK Ltd. Stand Number F1044 Professional Lighting, Architectural, Event, Projection Mapping, Festive and Decorative. Providing breath taking decor elements for outdoor/ indoor venues, including theme parks, cities, villages, resort properties, hotels, stately home, estates and the most notable visited sites around the world.

01337 832910 www.blachere-illumination. co.uk

Barton Willmore Stand Number F660 Barton Willmore provides town planning and design services to developers, landowners and

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Blake Morgan Stand Number F832 Blake Morgan is a law firm with 120 partners & 900 staff operating in London, Reading, Cardiff, Oxford, Portsmouth & Southampton. Our Estates & Farms Group understand that estate ownership & farming are not just commercial enterprises–they are a way of life, with their own particular complexities 023 8090 8090 www.blakemorgan.co.uk BlueSky Experiences Ltd Stand Number F952 The Team Building & Team Development Centre of Excellence.

BlueSky Experiences was established in 2001 by James and Suzie England on their family farm, as part of a continued farm diversification plan. From small beginnings we have created one of the UK’s most impressive product portfolio.

01738 840804 www.blueskyexperiences.com Boldscan Stand Number F710 Stylish Canvas Tents plus expert advice about the Glamping industry. Safari style, Geodesic Domes, Bell & Festy tents, plus Clubhouses produced in Wellington, Somerset from the finest fabrics. Everything from advice on siting, planning permission and finance to setting up, fitting out & maintaining.

01823 653034 www.albioncanvas.co.uk BQP, a part of Dalehead Foods Stand Number F134 BQP, part of Dalehead Foods, is one of the largest pig producers in the UK and is offering the opportunity to diversify into a secure and sustainable supply chain.

01379 383100 www.dalehead.co.uk Brewlab Ltd Stand Number F464 Brewlab is a leading provider of training and analysis services for the international brewing industry.

The range of training courses Brewlab offers are relevant to the first time brewer, through to professionals who are seeking to keep their skills and knowledge updated.

0191 549 9450 www.brewlab.co.uk

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British Solar Renewables Stand Number F456 British Solar Renewables was founded on the desire to combine renewable energy with conservation and agriculture.

Based on a Somerset farm, we enable land owners to increase their revenue and cut costs through the generation of clean solar energy.

01458 224900 www.britishrenewables.com Brytec Ltd Stand Number F210 Brytec Ltd are an Engineering Company working in the Food industry.

We can supply Cheese ,Yogurt and Ice cream equipment as well as giving advise to people who are thinking of diversifying into these areas or expanding on existing production .

01772786500 www.brytecltd.co.uk BTS Biogas Stand Number F664 BTS Biogas is an Italian company with a long-time expertise in the planning, production and construction of biogas power plants. BTS Biogas is now operating in 10 countries across 3 continents, with in excess of 125 MWel installed capacity across more than 170 biogas power plants.

07958876312 www.bts-biogas.com Calor Gas Stand Number F1046 Calor is the UK’s leading LPG service provider with the storage capability, delivery fleet and expertise to maintain a businesscritical supply of LPG. We design, install and maintain LPG storage and delivery systems, ensuring your latest farm diversification project has a continuous supply of fuel.

01926 318443 www.calor.co.uk Camping and Canvas Stand Number F1140 Camping and canvas is a small home grown business based in Cheltenham Gloucestershire. We sell only top quality Bell tents and accessories.

08438869020 www.campingandcanvas.co.uk Camping Cabins Stand Number F231 Camping Cabins manufacture quality, affordable timber buildings for all camping and glamping accommodation providers.

0115 9328888 www.camping-cabins.co.uk

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Carter Pumps Ltd Stand Number F412 If you are a farmer, smallholder, land or estate owner then you will understand what it means to be “off grid†with no access to mains water or mains sewers.

Come and talk to Carter Pumps about developing your own private water supply. We can also help with sewage treatment systems.

01380 734900 www.carterpumps.co.uk Catch the Spirit Ltd Stand Number C362 ‘Frisbee’ Disc Golf courses provide unique and captivating outdoor experiences for visitors aged 5 to 75. Disc Golf is a fast growing sport that’s easy to learn and fun to play. Our professional designers build low maintenance courses that safely weave through multiuse spaces in an ecological way.

07977 216355 www.CatchTheSpirit.co.uk CDS Wilman Stand Number F825 CDS-Wilman is a leading UK specialist in commercial foodservice, interior design & fit out, with over 30 years experience.

We are committed in our approach to design and its relationship with people, places and the environment. Our aim is to deliver successful, cost effective solutions for all.

0161 848 3900 www.cds-wilman.com CLA Stand Number F524 The CLA offers essential support to all types of landowner whatever the size of their acreage. The CLA provides its members with free and unlimited specialist advice on every aspect of landownership. Join the organisation that protects your land. To find out more, visit www. cla.org.uk 020 7460 7935 www.cla.org.uk Cleanearth Energy Ltd Stand Number F550 Cleanearth Energy design, build and operate Biomass, Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems.

Our industry leading in house team provide a unique 360 degree project management service.

This unique approach allows us to provide a truly responsive and competitive service.

0800 975 5635 www.cleanearthenergy.co.uk

Clear Sky Safari Tents Stand Number F740 Clear Sky specialise in supplying the very highest quality safari and bell tents at the lowest possible cost. Our safari tents are manufactured to British standards, designed for year round usage over 10 years and safari tent prices start from just £2990 (+VAT) or £505 for bell tents.

0845 299 6484 www.safaritents.net COMBAT LASER GAMES (UK Distributor For Adventure Sports) Stand Number F720 UK Distributor for Adventure Sports (USA) Largest Suppliers in the UK of Outdoor & Indoor Combat Laser Equipment. Ideal business opportunity for anyone with spare woodland or vacant land. We can advise on field layout and game strategy. Center Parcs, Bluestone, Celtic Manor are among our clients 01634 864173 www.combatlasergames.com/ TP-Welcome.htm Commercial Furniture UK Ltd Stand Number F322 We specialise in a wide range of outdoor commercial grade products from Rattan to Teak furniture, outdoor BBQs from Kamado Joe’s, Smokers & commercial Gas BBQs. This year we also offer a large range of products that can be customised with your own branding, superb for marketing.

0121 687 1308 www.commercialfurnitureuk. com Convenience Services Limited Stand Number F450 Design, construction and supply of prefabricated toilet and shower cabins for campsite use.

Off-road mobile units a speciality.

0845 006 0737 www.toiletsforsale.com Cottages 4 you Stand Number F624 cottages4you provide expert advice on making the most of your holiday home. From guidance on what holidaymakers expect to tips on how to market your property and choosing between an agency or directory; cottages4you will help make your holiday home work harder for you. www.cottages4you.co.uk

Countryside Alliance Stand Number F454 Countryside Alliance has in its short life become the major British campaigning organisation on rural issues. With around 100,000 members the Countryside Alliance defends and promotes country sports and rural life at Parliament, in the media and on the ground.

020 7840 9200 www.countryside-alliance.org/ ca/ Countrywide Telecoms Stand Number F122 Countrywide Telecoms is a leading supplier of mobile, landline and broadband solutions for customers who live and work in difficult areas. We can sell, fit install and monitor our fast broadband solution and it will work anywhere in the UK even in the middle of a field.

01483 361112 COUNTRYWIDETELECOMS. CO.UK CPLC Water Limited Stand Number F314 Flood and water management 0330 555 4321 www. floodandwatermanagement. co.uk CREATE A CABIN Stand Number F434 DIY pre-fabricated buildings perfect for food preparation and office space. Great as a ‘building within a building’ - helping to optimize farm buildings currently standing unused - or as standalone structures. For dairy, honey, cheese, poultry production + more.

01227 389 895 www.createacabin.co.uk Croxsons Stand Number F814 Croxsons are the leading glass packaging supplier to the food and drink industries. With 142 years experience at helping brands launch and develop, whether you want a simple, standard solution or something complex and truly bespoke, come and see why we are still a success, five generations on.

02083372945 www.croxsons.com CS Labels Ltd Stand Number F364 CS Labels Ltd started life as a family screen printer in 1976.

Thirty seven years later we’re proud to say we’re still family owned and run, with the same caring ethics, but we’ve now grown in to the largest digital label

printer to use Xeikon technology in Europe.

01902 365846 www.cslabels.co.uk Davies & Co Stand Number F755 Davies and Co is a well-established practice of Rural Consultants, Chartered Surveyors, Agricultural Valuers and Lettings Agents, based in Kettering, Northamptonshire.

We provide a professional advice service tailored to Landowners, Farmers and Investors in the East Midlands and throughout the UK 01536 524808 www.daviesandco.co.uk Design Council Stand Number F121 The Design Council champions great design to transform communities, the environment and businesses for the better. To find out more about how design can drive business growth please visit stand F121. To speak directly to an adviser call us on 020 7420 5200 or email us at leadership@ designcouncil.org 02074205200 www.DesignCouncil.org.uk Designer Kennels LTD Stand Number F410 Manufacturers of bespoke animal housing for commercial boarding, rescue and day kennel businesses.

We specialise in hand-made high density plastic kennelling that conforms to all local regulations.

01977 685500 www.designer-kennels.com ECHO Stand Number F820 ECHO is back with more beautiful handbuilt timber buildings, including two new off- grid holiday lets in Scotland, a private house in Wiltshire and an amazing House on Wheels on the south coast of Crete. Come and meet the ECHO team and find out more.

01556503858 www.echoliving.co.uk Ecotoilets Stand Number F914 From high end glamping to muddy field camping.Log cabins in the dell,fun activities as well.

It happens to us all to answer natures call, when we really need to go, where do we find a loo?The answer to this age old quest a composting toilet they’re the best,separating,odour free stand F914 come see.

01327844442 www.eco-toilets.co.uk

Ecovision Renewables Stand Number C260 Established in 2005, operating nationwide from it’s central location, Ecovision Renewables specialises in biomass & heat pump renewable energy. We have a market leading reputation based upon installing modern heating systems within historic, country, farm houses & estates.

01666 501580 www.ecovision.co.uk Edwards and Partners (A Division of Sanderson Weatherall LLP) Stand Number F754 Specialists in the valuation, purchase and sale of caravan and holiday parks throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Advice on; what type of hoilday park is best for your location, what to consider when developing a new site, how much is your holiday park worth and how maximise future value.

01884 256741 www.edwardsandpartners. co.uk ehouse Stand Number C274 ehouse has helped numerous businesses across the UK in the leisure, commercial and residential property sectors maximise their marketing potential.Starting with photography and leading onto floorplans, videos, design and print of promotional material and websites. All at affordable prices.

0208 451 8600 www.ehouse.co.uk/ Embed UK & Europe Stand Number F810 Embed is a supplier of management systems for the amusement industry. As a leader in the market, Embed delivers a suite of applications designed to manage all areas of any facility.

Our focus is on enhancing site revenues through the use of cashless payment, value-added packages, and loyalty systems +44 (0) 1225 311 323 www.embedcard.com Energy Saving Solar Stand Number F112 Energy Saving Solar are experts in providing Biomass and Solar PV system design and installation, specialising in the commercial and agricultural sectors. We specialise in funded solutions, from PPA to Finance and our unique jointfunded model.

0800 36 8 8158 www.energysavingsolar.co.uk

Estateman Ltd Stand Number F941 ESTATEMAN is the acclaimed property management and accounting software solution which has been at the forefront of the sector for over 20 years.

COUNTRY ESTATEMAN is written exclusively for Land Agents and Country Estates for the effecient running of their Terrier, property and tenancy interests.

0113 387 3099 www.estateman.co.uk Evolution Renewable Energy Solutions Ltd Stand Number F312 Evolution is a dedicated Renewable Energy Solution Company that can provide a full Turn Key Service for all your energy needs, covering the South East of England for Biomass, Solar PV, Solar thermal, ground source and air source heat pumps.

0845 490 0102 www.evosol.co.uk Farm Stay UK Stand Number F864 Celebrating our 30th anniversary in 2013 Farm Stay UK is a nationwide membership cooperative representing over 1000 farms and country properties providing Quality Assessed Bed & Breakfast, Self Catering, Caravan and Camping and alternative accommodation including yurts and shepherds huts.

024 76 696909 www.farmstay.co.uk FARMA “The National Farmers’ Retail and Markets Association” Stand Number F154 If you are looking to set up a new shop, start selling at farmers’ markets or set up a farmers’ market then FARMA is here to help you. Away from your farm and business FARMA championing farm retail, through public engagement, working with the media or lobbying national and local politicians.

01638 676747 www.farma.org.uk Farming Online Limited Stand Number F866 Farming Online supplies news, weather and prices information to UK agriculture. Business grade telecoms Broadband, line rental/ calls and mobiles. Farm finance specialising in renewable energy.

Technical solutions as smart phone Apps, web site design and construction. Established 1995.

08709090902 www.farming.co.uk

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FarmWeb Stand Number F341 At FarmWeb we know about Farm Insurance! We’re dedicated to meeting the insurance needs of Farmers today and for the future through a network of agricultural insurance specialists.

Our products can be tailored to ensure comprehensive cover for all farming & diversified activities.

01452 361645 www.farmweb.co.uk Feather Down Farm Days Stand Number F890 The leaders in luxury camping, Feather Down Farm Days were the first to bring the UK tents that feature wood burners, flushing loos and proper beds. Over the past decade we’ve proudly pioneered a new way to holiday under canvas.

044 - 1420 80804 www.featherdown.co.uk Flame Concepts Digital Solutions Stand Number F966 From Farm Parks to Steam Trains, Historic Houses to Castles, Festivals/events to campsites and B&Bs, Flame Concepts Digital solutions can help make you earn money whilst you sleep. Award winning and UK Best Ticketing finalist (Event Technology Awards 2014), grow with our commission free systems.

01900 268281 www.flameconcepts.com GDK Clay traps Stand Number F411 GDK Clay traps specialise in clay pigeon traps for private individuals and clay shooting grounds. We stock a huge range of traps from sporting to skeet to ABT (Automatic ball traps) which gives good verity for a clay shoot. Our clay pigeon traps are always in stock and available for next day deliver 01582 879 588 www.gdktrading.co.uk Genatec Stand Number F230 Genatec develop wind and solar projects throughout the UK, specialising in projects from 500kW to 10MW. We work with landowners to optimise our projects without unnecessary disturbance to the existing farm business.

01263 825036 www.genatec.co.uk

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Geologic Boreholes & Systems Ltd Stand Number F850 Geologic Boreholes drill boreholes throughout the UK. We drill and equip Water Boreholes for private water supplies, Geothermal Boreholes for Ground Source Heat Pumps and Geotechnical and Environmental boreholes for engineering and construction purposes. Our engineers install water pumping systems 01404 822032 www.geologic.co.uk George Hay Stand Number F766 George Hay has been providing professional audit, accountancy, taxation and business advisory services since 1939. We provide specialist advice to a diverse range of businesses, helping them to fulfil their accounting needs, as well as deal with their financial issues and concerns.

01480 426500 www.georgehay.co.uk Glamping For Business Ltd Stand Number F50 Glamping For Business provides glamping solutions for farmers, hotels and land owners. Low set up fees, hassle free solutions to get you trading in this lucrative market in no time. We are the experts in glamping, including planning permission, eco-friendly camps and grant possibilities.

01425 462525 www.glampingforbusiness. com Global Teleports Stand Number F520 Global Teleports provides Broadband via satellite to the parts of the world that other networks don’t reach using via our wholly owned global network of managed hubs accessing satellites in all three ocean regions for long or short term, domestic and enterprise clients at an affordable price. +44(0) 1 707 648311 www.globalteleports.com Good & Green Stand Number F1020 We are passionate about eco tourism and sustainable buildings , and provide landowners with turnkey support to establish new high quality sites for bespoke holidays, luxury leisure accommodation, second homes and care lodges. From planning and design to operation and onward sale we are here to help.

07588 206321 www.goodandgreen.co.uk

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Good Energy Ltd Stand Number F560 Good Energy is a specialist renewable energy company and an experienced provider of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). As we only source from renewables, we provide a unique route to market for green electricity generators and are leading the way when it comes to our expertise in working with them.

0800 254 0000 www.goodenergy.co.uk G-pod International Stand Number F944 Welcome to G-pod, a globally transportable, rapidly deployable, small scale building solution.

G-pod is architecturally designed with a focus on environmental sustainability, flexibility of fit-out and end use capability.

085266996024 www.g-pod.com Gravitron Stand Number F136 Gravitron design and manufacture amusement rides and attractions.

We make a range of Battery Powered Vehicles for children and families, many standard rides such as Peddle Monorails, Mirror mazes, Fun Houses and Slides, and offer design and turn-key bespoke services to clients of all budgets.

01242 243 336 www.gravitron.co.uk Green Technology Finance Stand Number F130 Green Technology Finance Limited is the company to contact if you have a finance requirement for any renewable energy or waste recycling equipment. We have extensive knowledge and a panel of lenders who specialise in providing lending solutions for the sector.

01234 881340 www.greentechnologyfinance. co.uk GTF Event Equipment Finance Stand Number F130 GTF Event Equipment Finance has been providing finance to the Event and Hospitality industry for the last 10 years. We have the knowledge and lender base to be able to provide the tailored lending that the sector requires.

Contact us to discuss your requirements 01234 881340 www. gtfeventequipmentfinance. co.uk

HAGS SMP Limited Stand Number F620 HAGS SMP is one of the UK’s largest play solutions providers with a reputation built over 50 years on innovation, product quality, customer service and delivering best value. Our extensive range of outdoor and indoor play equipment has something for everyone.

0845 260 1655 www.hags-smp.co.uk Highline Adventure Stand Number F440 Highline Adventure specialises in dynamic mobile indoor and outdoor activities for commercial, educational and private events across the UK. We can provide a range of fun activities to suit all ages including; Mobile Climbing Walls, Half Pipes, Skate Parks, Bouldering Walls, Segways and much more!

0845 409 1303 www.highlineadventure.co.uk IBD Distribution Stand Number F611 IBD Distribution provides a complete range of sustainable energy efficient heating and ventilation solutions. The company offers products, services and skills from initial consultation through to project management, installation and commissioning.

01202 825682 www.ibd-distribution.com Impact IT Solutions (UK) Ltd Stand Number F250 We are a supplier of CCTV, door / gate entry, telephone systems and networking systems, in fact everything IT based. Established for over 10 years we take pride in supplying technology solutions to all sorts of industry but especially within rural farms and estates 0117 2020 200 www.impactitsolutions.co.uk Inflatable World Leisure Ltd Stand Number F724 We are the recognised specialists in Bespoke and Custom Made Inflatables designed and hand built at our factory in Nottingham, England with a reputation for top quality manufacturing and artwork.

We can build any inflatable or soft play product you wish to specify, with helpful advice along the way 01949 838921 www.inflatable-world.com

in-site Stand Number F844 in-site software is a full park management and bookings management software designed specifically for the UK holiday park industry. Established 30 years ago, family run, and with over 500 parks now using the software we work closely with parks to ensure the software is exactly what they need.

0844 801 0081 www.insite-parks.co.uk

Knight Frank LLP Stand Number C254 Knight Frank is the world’s leading independent property consultancy.

Our UK-based Rural Consultancy department provides bespoke advice and a full range of services - from day-to-day management issues, such as staffing and accounts, to the creation and implementation of long-term strategic plans - t 020 7629 8171 www.knightfrank.co.uk

Johnson Brewing Design Ltd Stand Number F910 Johnson Brewing Design Ltd, Manufactures, Installs and Commissions Micro Breweries and Distilleries, with over 20 years experience and expertise working in the UK and throughout Europe it is also able to offer training and consultancy services.

1204887754 www.johnsonbrewing.co.uk

Landmark Systems Ltd Stand Number F444 Landmark Systems specialise in the supply of computer software, training and advice for farms, estates and rural businesses. KEY and KEYPrime Accounts are now the most popular management accounting system for farms and rural business in the UK. We also supply a range of relevant software.

01798 877100 www.landmarksystems.co.uk

K & M Products (uk) Ltd Stand Number F1010 We are a leading designers and manufacture of Hovercraft, both Eagle and Mirage range from single seat to 4 seat hovercraft.

Not only do we supply hovercraft to the home market we export hovercraft all over the world. hovercraft are used for corporate days , Stag and Hen parties and personal leisu 01522 789842 www.kmproducts.co.uk KBW Packaging Ltd Stand Number F150 UK packaging machinery company / manufacturer supplier - with over 750 packaging machinery installations worldwide. KBW Packaging Ltd has a dedicated sales and support network and has established itself as a leader in packaging machinery.

01252 322220 www.kbw-packaging.com Kernon Countryside Consultants Ltd Stand Number F755 Kernon Countryside Consultants Ltd is a team of Chartered Surveyors and rural planning specialists, based near Swindon but operating nationwide. We specialise in planning advice and applications for farm and equestrian dwellings, buildings and their re-use, renewables, stables and diversification.

01793 771333 info@kernon.co.uk

Lark Energy Stand Number F1024 Lark Energy is a market leader in the rapidly growing UK commercial and utility scale solar industry. We undertake high quality projects of all sizes for our clients and investors, ranging from 30kWp rooftop installations to 30MWp ground-mounted solar farms.

01778 380718 www.larkenergy.co.uk Lawnkeeper Stand Number F544 Lawnkeeper provide a high quality lawn care and treatment service to both the commercial and domestic market place.

0800 073 5252 www.lawnkeeper.co.uk/ Leisure Life Ltd Stand Number F656 The team at Leisure Life are committed to bringing new and exciting products to the commercial leisure industry and in particular the Camping, Agri Tourism and indoor pay centres across the United Kingdom and Ireland. As sole distributors of The Kangaroo Jumper we are able to offer a product that w UK: 07939 685805 www.leisurelife.co Levercliff Associates Ltd Stand Number F846 Levercliff is a specialist food and drink consultancy, delivering practical sales and marketing solutions - Totally results driven.

Our team has extensive experience in supplying multiple retailers, foodservice outlets, wholesalers and speciality outlets and can support your needs in these are 01691770055 www.levercliff.co.uk Lightsource Renewable Energy Ltd. Stand Number F626 Lightsource Renewable Energy is the UK’s leading solar energy generator operating the largest portfolio of commercial scale solar PV assets on ground and roof space in Britain.

0333 200 0755 www.lightsource-re.co.uk/ Logic Business Systems Ltd Stand Number F966 01228 527676 www.logic-ltd.co.uk LSI Independent Utility Brokers Ltd Stand Number C250 Control business energy costs with the help of LSI Utility Brokers. LSI work with you to compare the whole energy market to find the best deal for your business. LSI not only focus on negotiating great prices but offer a fully account managed process with award winning customer service.

01727877020 www.lsiutilitybroker.co.uk M3 Solutions Limited Stand Number F920 M3 Solutions is made up of three divisions - our ‘Interiors’ division provides design, build and fit out services to the banking sector, our ‘Solar’ division engineers, procures and constructs commercial solar PV arrays and our ‘Construction’ division offers design, delivery and CDM coordination.

01303 298411 www.m3-solutions.co.uk Mattressman LTD Stand Number F340 All of our mattresses meet either Source 5 or Source 7 flammability standard, and we offer a huge variety of types and sizes. All Available with free fast delivery. Call the friendly Mattressman contracts team on 0800 5677625 for our best deals or to find out more about what we can offer you.

0800 5677625 www.mattressman.co.uk/

Contract.aspx Mrs Davies Marketing Company Stand Number F366 Your farm, your story. Let’s tell the world...You’ve invested time, money and effort into your idea, convinced others that it will work.

Now it’s time to make sure you tell customers about it and your idea can start paying you back. I’m Mrs Davies, together we can create a PR plan for your story 07721 493901 www. mrsdaviesmarketingcompany. co.uk Mulberry Cottages Stand Number C272 Holiday letting specialists advising at every stage from derelict site to marketing, “to maximize your income through a flexible partnership approach.†01227 464958 www.mulberrycottages.com/ National Farm Attractions Network (NFAN) Stand Number F762 The National Farm Attractions Network (NFAN) is the only cooperative group established to provide professional assistance and support to Farm and Rural Diversification Enterprises. The NFAN is unique, as the only independent national cooperative for farm and rural attractions.

01536 513397 www.farmattractions.net NatSol Compost Toilet Specialists Stand Number F442 NatSol specialises in toilets for remote sites. They require no water, power or sewage connection. They are simple to use and odour free under normal operation. The Full Access toilet is wheelchair accessible and we have a range of buildings for this model. There is also a compact toilet available 01686 412653 www.natsol.co.uk NEW FOREST LOG CABINS Stand Number F310 Log homes come in all shapes and sizes and here at New Forest Log Cabins we realise that no one size fits all. That is why we take the time to work with you, ensuring your log home is unique to, and fulfills all your needs. Our focus is on providing you with a beautiful bespoke home.

01202 888 108 www.newforestlogcabins. co.uk

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Newform Energy Ltd Stand Number F652 We create, design and install technologies within a predefined budget that will work best for your building, saving you money and reducing your carbon offset.

As a forward thinking, innovative renewable energy company, we believe technologies work better when combined.

08458 622143 www.newformenergy.com Nicholsons Stand Number F311 An Oxfordshire based company, with a specific and integrated focus on forestry, landscaping and plant sales. Serving the Midlands and Home Counties, Nicholsons is known for its specialisms in arboricultural and woodland services, garden design and construction, and container grown trees.

01869 340342 www.nicholsons.gb.com Orchard Consulting Stand Number F446 We are able to visit you and discuss any aspect of your leisure operation and offer solutions – from obtaining planning permission and facility development through to marketing and even operating aspects of your business on your behalf.

07818 034729 www.orchardcampsite.co.uk/ orchardconsultancy/leisure. html Origin Eden Stand Number F1040 A good cup of coffee should be readily available to anyone, no matter how little or how much they know about it.

14 years ago my outlook towards a cup of coffee change completely and as the years have passed my understanding has grown.

07565494526 Oundle Wealth Management Ltd - Specialist Advice for Farmers Stand Number F650 Having cumulative experience of 65 years in the financial sector, Richard Jones (Director), Bill Cunningham (Adviser) and Judith Weeks (Business Co-ordinator) all previously worked for NFU Mutual advising clients on their financial affairs.

01832 270482 www. oundlewealthmanagement. co.uk

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Outside Structure Solutions Ltd Stand Number F760 Outside Structure Solutions are specialists in the supply and installation of canopies and outside structures. Our shade and shelter canopies are available in a variety of designs with many choices including fixed or retractable roof, aluminium or timber frame as well as more traditional awnings.

0844 561 7679 www.OutsideStructures.co.uk Parsons Containers Ltd. Stand Number F566 Parsons Containers Ltd. supply shipping containers nationally by sale and hire for a wide range of applications. We also offer Self-storage via our U Hold The Key Self Storage brand and we specialise in bespoke design and supply of office, cabins, mess rooms, plant rooms, workshops and much more.

01740 62 99 99 www.parsonscontainers.com Pear Technology Stand Number F960 Providers of easy to use, sector specific digital mapping software and services for land management plus remote data capture and tree management software. Licensed Partners with Ordnance Survey Products supported by professional technical support service.

02392499689 www.peartechnology.co.uk Pitchup.com Stand Number F436 Pitchup.com is the UK’s leading online outdoor accommodation specialist, featuring some 200 farm campsites. With 18,500 bookings taken for farms in the last 12 months, Pitchup.com receives up to 70,000 daily visits via a simple commission-only model, with no set-up costs or regular fees.

0208 434 7444 www.pitchup.com/ Play Revolution Stand Number F362 Play Revolution have developed a brand new concept in outdoor play with the BIG Play range, ideal for adding new drama and adventure to any outdoor space.

1978851141 www.playrevolution.co.uk Pleydell Smithyman Limited Stand Number F142 The Farming Sector is diversifying - are you? Pleydell Smithyman Limited can help and support

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you to diversify and maximise the potential of your land and business. We are a specialist design and business consultancy with a multidisciplinary team delivering creative environmental solutions.

01952 433211 www.pleydellsmithyman.co.uk PODPADS Stand Number F510 PODPADS The name may be familiar?

We have been the market leader in Glamping or Boutique Camping at major UK events & festivals since 2005. Now a decade later, we are offering our proven, unique, easy-build units and services to the private sector, offering you a great return on minimal investmen 1454218560 www.podpads.com/sales Powerball Limited Stand Number F662 Powerball Limited is one of the largest distributor of paintball equipment to the trade with over twenty years of experience. Let us help you generate additional income by turning unused land into your own paintball business.

01252 408 550 www.powerball.co.uk Practical Farm Ideas Stand Number F1116 Now in it’s 90th issue, we have so far featured 4,200 “Made it Myself” farming ideas since 1992. With a growing readership - 12,000 farmers are currently reading each issue - farmers hang on to each issue as it’s published.

Too good to throw away.

01994 240978 www.farmideas.co.uk Prescient Power Ltd. Stand Number C276 Prescient Power are renewable energy consultants & installers for all major renewable energy technologies, including biomass & solar photovoltaics. Our crosstechnology experience & expertise allows us to tailor our offering to meet each client’s specific requirements for maximum ROI. 01530 888650 www.prescientpower.co.uk Pure Segway Stand Number F211 As the official dealer and sales representative for the South of the UK, at Pure Segway we’re dedicated to providing excellent customer service for Segway users of all types; so whether it’s

business, personal or corporate ownership, we can assist you with all things Segway.

07415 231 419 www.puresegway.co.uk Quality Unearthed Stand Number F426 Quality Unearthed are a specialist agency in the alternative & unusual holiday accommodation market.

They provide accommodation owners with a professional marketing and booking service, and potential owners with advice & support on diversification into this market.

01348 830922 www.qualityunearthed.co.uk/ Ray Hipkin & David Rawlinson Chartered Safety Practitioner Stand Number F530 Ray Hipkin specialises in pragmatic management of health and safety at farm and visitor attractions as well as outdoor event venues.

He also specialises in introducing processes that allows business development without causing disruption. Ray offers a personal service to his clients. +44 [0] 7743 166919 www.rayhipkin.co.uk Retail Netwerks UK Ltd Stand Number F132 We specialise in feasibility studies for diversification start-ups and continuing development of existing food/farm retail & food service businesses, using geodemographic analysis and our own Retail HealthCheck tools to produce fully-costed designs and layouts to fit your site.

033 033 52 579 www.retailnetwerks.com ROLLINS MARINE & CARAVAN Servi Stand Number F241 Design, supply and installation of electrical, water and sanitation systems for caravan sites and marinas 01945 871412 www.rmcs.co.uk Roundhill Shepherd Huts Stand Number F750 We at Roundhill Shepherd Huts can offer farmers an opportunity to augment their income by providing shepherd huts which are bespoke to their requirements for use as b&b wagons, sited on areas of land which take advantage of the rural location.

Please visit our website for further information.

07808 730990 www.roundhillshepherdhuts. co.uk

Roundhouse Building Solutions Stand Number F840 The Roundhouse livestock building is a patented product from Roundhouse Building Soluitions of Barnard Castle, UK. Designed for optium animal welfare and growth rates as well as operator saftey and ease of management, the Roundhouse has brought farm building design into the new millenium.

01833 696927 www.roundhouseltd.co.uk/ Rowhaus Stand Number F800 The Rowhaus is a beautifully constructed unique living space built using traditional boat building skills. It is ideal for the Tourist / Glamping industry providing a sleeping and living area which would enhance any Garden, Field, Lake or Riverside position into which it is placed.

It is on wheels 01873 890633 www.rowhaus.co.uk Savills (UK) Limited Stand Number F452 Savills are leading advisors to farms, estates and rural businesses.

We provide the complete rural service including agribusiness advice, planning consultancy, farm and estate management, diversification advice, sales and lettings.

01444 446066 www.savills.co.uk/services/ residential-and-rural/rural/ agribusiness.aspx Silver Lining Networks Stand Number F836 Silver Lining Networks is an established family run business specialising in the installation of commercial Wi-Fi into caravan parks, campsites, marinas and small businesses such as B&B’s, shops and restaurants, allowing your customers to access the internet 24 hours a day.

0844 3573596 www.silverliningnetworks. co.uk Solar Resources Stand Number F532 Solar Resources specialise in the design, supply and installation of photovoltaic systems for the Farming, Industrial, Community and Educational markets. Every array we install is engineered to provide the maximum return on investment and use only the highest quality components.

01444 800040 www.solarresources.co.uk

Spa Creators Stand Number C370 Spa Creators have a passion for creating stunning SPA design concepts that are results driven businesses. Spa Creators will be launching the Spa Shell concept a unique turnkey spa delivery for luxury properties.

0118 9471857 www.spacreators.co.uk Studio Souffl© Ltd Stand Number F243 We design and make bespoke inflatable installations or structures for any occasion.

0207 998 4950 www.studiosouffle.com Sugar Creative Studio Ltd. Stand Number F30 We create brands, develop businesses and make digital products for our clients. Whether it’s a start-up business or multinational company we deliver unique design services tailored to each companies requirements.

Find us at the show on F30 and lets see how we can help your business grow.

02920 006 776 www.sugarcs.com SuperControl booking and management system Stand Number F554 SuperControl does more than just take bookings; it’s a complete self-catering business management and marketing solution. It looks after your bookings, payments and communication with guests and connects with your marketing channels to save you time and get you more bookings. +44 (0)1556 506 701 www.supercontrol.co.uk SWIMSPA WORLD Stand Number F1014 Swimspa World is dedicated to the Sale and Service of high quality Swimspas across the whole of the United Kingdom.

8009875440 www.swimspaworld.co.uk Tasty Trotter Event Supplies Stand Number F940 An established brand of spit roast ovens and a range of catering equipment ideal for outdoor events. We are dedicated to offering premium equipment for a modest price with a list of features equal to kit twice the money.

01246 866800 www.tastytrotter.com Technology Crops Ltd Stand Number F860 Leaders in speciality crops, with a philosophy ‘From Soil to Oil,

Naturally’, Technology Crops Ltd, supply high value oils to some of the world’s most respected companies.

Talk to us about profitable UK cropping opportunities for High Erucic Rapeseed, Borage and Ahiflower to supply these markets.

01376 333888 www.techcrops.com Tentsile Ltd Stand Number F1110 The Tentsile Tree Tents were conceived as a treehouse that you can take with you anywhere. They offer an incredible way for you and your friends to experience the great outdoors in style, unparalleled comfort, unrestricted by ground conditions and with increased separation from wetness and creepies www.tentsile.com The British Alpaca Society Stand Number F10 Alpacas are a successful alternative farming industry with domestic & export markets growing rapidly.

Talk to alpaca owners and ask how these animals could bring your holding a fine return. The British Alpaca Society is dedicated to the welfare of alpacas and the education of their owners in the UK. 02476 304400 www.bas-uk.com The Camping and Caravanning Club Stand Number F834 If you have just half an acre of unused land, let us help you put it to work; The Camping and Caravanning Club can help you set up and operate your own small campsite, without the need for planning permission. Better than this - we wont charge you a penny and you get to keep all the site fees!

02476 475198 www.setupasite.co.uk The Countryside Restoration Trust Stand Number F930 The UK’s leading charity promoting wildlife-friendly farming and campaigning for a living, working countryside. We believe that wildlife is integral to good farming. That philosophy is put into practice on over 1,500 acres of working farms, small-holdings and woodland across the country.

01223 262 999 www. countrysiderestorationtrust. com/

The Farming Community Network Stand Number F34 FCN is a national network of some three hundred plus volunteers mostly with a close link to agriculture. They provide support to farmers and farming families facing difficulties and can be contacted through a confidential Helpline which is available from 7am - 11pm (0845 367 9990, chris@fcn.org.uk).

01788 510866 www.fcn.org.uk The Log Pod Ltd Stand Number F610 The log Pod Ltd designs and manufactures high quality Glamping Pods which are best described as a “Mobile timber tent type structure†they are conceived as an all-year-round living space.

01269 850005 www.thelogpod.co.uk The National Farmers’ Union Stand Number F352 The NFU champions British farming and provides professional representation and services to its Farmer and Grower members.

0370 845 8458 www.nfuonline.com The Playbus Company Stand Number F546 The Play Bus Company provides a fusion of a mobile space with the structuring commonly found in Indoor Play Centres. Retired single and double decker buses are used as the space from which to create a ‘play centre on wheels’ or any other mobile leisure facility.

07801554642 www.theplaybuscompany. co.uk/ The Royal Agricultural University Stand Number F422 The Royal Agricultural University is recognised nationally and internationally as a leader in the delivery of education, research and consultancy, in and relating to, agriculture and the rural environment. The RAU offers land-based courses at foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degree level.

01285 652531 www.rau.ac.uk

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The Woodland Trust Stand Number F654 The Woodland Trust is working with farmers to help them look at how planting trees can help complement existing activities. We provide free advice on how trees can provide shade and shelter, a reliable source of firewood, a food source for livestock and can help with water and game management.

01476 581111 www.woodlandtrust.org.uk Tiger Tea Events Stand Number F146 Tiger Tea works with outdoor events and specialises in License Compliance and the Health & Safety Management aspects of those events. With sixteen years experience in the events industry Tiger Tea can advise and support events of all sizes and shapes; parades, dispalys, exhibitions and festivals.

1323732843 www.tigertea.net Timberspecs uk ltd Stand Number F824 log cabins, log mobile homes. , log homes, clubhouses,chalets bespoke service , prices include delivery and erection 01580 212141 www.timberspecs.com Timeless Buildings Stand Number F110 Timeless Buildings provide a wide range of high quality, UK manufactured products suitable for a wide range of applications including camping pods, garages, gazebos, stables, home offices and much more.

0800 587 8887 www.timeless-buildings.com TinyWoodHomes Stand Number F460 Unique miniature holiday homes for luxury glamping. Also, wood fired hottubs and solid wood gazebos. An innovative concept for landowners and starting/ existing holiday businesses.

TinywoodHomes can supply everything you require to fulfil your aspirations to create exclusive holiday units.

07774 933717 www.tinywoodhomes.com TradeLink Solutions Ltd. Stand Number F430 TradeLink Solutions works closely with farmers, renewable developers, and landowners in order to maximise the returns on their renewable energy projects.

Our services include PPA™s, energy contract brokerage,

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Trading ROCS, FIT claims, Site Accreditation and ensuring regulatory compliance 01923 713840 www.tradelinksolutions.com Trailblazer BBQ Stand Number F254 Trailblazer BBQ produce two commercial towable charcoal Bbq/grills that can cope with any weather condition, all year round, on any terrain and for 500+people. They come with a strong unique brand and the first ever online hire network booking engine. These offer a unique business opportunity.

028 9057 9000 www.trailblazerbbq.com True Tiny Houses Stand Number F932 A beautiful new alternative to yurts and shepherds huts for the outdoor leisure industry.

Comfortable, fun and economical, with a style that captures the spirit of off grid living. Our True Tiny Houses are built to last for years, with very low matinance needs.

07712670380 www.truetinyhouses.com Shaw Renewables Ltd Stand Number F854 Silesia Grill Systems Ltd Stand Number F962 Spectrum Energy Systems Ltd Stand Number F964 United Kingdom Vineyards Association Stand Number C270 The UKVA supports the winegrowers & producers of the UK, and provides a forum for expert advice & information, a voice in Westminster & Brussels, and promotes excellence in the UK wine industry. Visit our stand for guidance & information on establishing a vineyard or winery and marketing your wines.

01285 860552 www.ukva.org.uk UPM Tilhill Stand Number F830 UPM Tilhill is the leading forest management and timber harvesting and marketing company in the UK. We manage more forest for more forest owners than anyone else in the country. We are a National company with a network of local offices across the UK. We also lead the way in biomass supply to the UK. 0800 328 2128 www.upm-tilhill.com

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Vennersys Ltd Stand Number F957 Vennersys has over 25 years experience in delivering purpose designed ticketing and EPoS solutions to the museums and heritage sector, farm attractions, play centres and other visitor attractions.

01908 350650 www.vennersys.co.uk Vine Works Ltd Stand Number F540 Vine Works offers a complete vineyard solution. From initial consultancy to identify what you need, we supply specialist trellis installation and a skilled workforce.

So from soil analysis to planting, right through to harvest, we’ve got everything it takes to support Britain’s developing viney 7916294167 www.vine-works.com Vineyard Solutions Stand Number F432 Complete UK vineyard establishment. From initial site consultation,vine supply and laser machine planting to steel trellis manufacture and installation.

01245 476994 www.vineyardsolutions.co.uk Wedderburn EPOS & Weighing Systems Stand Number F36 Wedderburn design and provide Complete EPOS Management and Weighing solutions, to the Hospitality and Retail Sectors.

We are a company with 175 years experience in point of sale systems, our mantra is about solid relationships with our clients and developing innovative solutions that help them.

02380 22 7645 www.wedderburn.co.uk Weltec Biopower (UK) Ltd. Stand Number F342 Weltec Biopower are a leading provider of anaerobic digestion technology, with over 300 reference plants worldwide, including ten agricultural, industrial and food waste plants in the UK and Ireland.

01926217994 www.weltec-biopower.co.uk Wigwam Holidays Stand Number F730 Wigwam Holidays, provider of Great Holidays in the Great Outdoors. Charles Gulland and his ‘Wigwam’ design was the original innovator of the camping pod concept and the company Wigwam Holidays is now one

of the UK’s largest providers of Glamping Holidays - where Camping is made Comfy!

0131 450 7126 www.wigwamholidays.com Wild Duck Productions Event Management Stand Number F556 Planning a festival, concert, show or exhibition? Talk to us! We provide technical event management; organising the hire of PA, lighting, staging, video screens, marquees, fencing, trackway, communications, toilets, generators, crew, first aiders, security and more! Let’s make it extraordinary!

01458 888 101 www.WildDuckProductions. com Wildwood Cumbria Stand Number F220 Wildwood Cumbria manufactures and hire yurts. If you are inspired by creating a unique, attractive, year round environment or require a temporary solution for your business, we can help bring your ideas to life. These durable and unusual structures suit leisure, learning and event businesses.

01931 712804 wildwoodcumbria.com WTE Ltd Stand Number F252 WTE is the leading manufacturer of sewage treatment plants for sites not connected to mains drainage. Our diverse range of tanks enables us to provide solutions for all sites requiring on site wastewater treatment from 1 to 5,000 people. Our brands include BioKube, Falcon, FilterPod and Vortex.

01759 369915 www.wte-ltd.co.uk York Coffee Emporium Stand Number C264 We are a seriously artisan coffee business, small batch roasting our coffee in the heart of Yorkshire.

From providing outstanding coffee and speciality tea to a complete cafe solution we work with you to achieve a great coffee experience that stands out from the crowd and your customers will love.

01904799399 hwww.yorkcoffeeemporium. co.uk

EXHIBITOR A - Z Access to Farms AEM Leisure Ltd Agricultural Trader Airquee Limited Airspace Software Ltd Allen Associates (HPE) Ltd Anglia Farmers Limited Arctic Cabins Ltd Armstrong Laundry Systems ATHENA Commercial Solutions Ltd Autoculture Back On Track Mountain Bike Solutions Barton Willmore BCT Outdoors Ltd BELECTRIC UK Blachere Illumination UK Ltd. Blake Morgan BlueSky Experiences Ltd Boldscan Limited BQP, a part of Dalehead Foods Brewlab Ltd Bridge Leisure Management LTD British Solar Renewables Brytec Ltd BTS Biogas Calor Gas Camping and Canvas Camping Cabins Carter Pumps Ltd Catch the Spirit Ltd CLA Cleanearth Energy Ltd Clear Sky Safari Tents COMBAT LASER GAMES (UK Distributor For Adventure Sports) Commercial Furniture UK Ltd Convenience Services Limited Cottages 4 you Countryside Alliance Countrywide Telecoms CPLC Water Limited CREATE A CABIN Croxsons CS Labels Ltd CubiLog Kft Davies & Co Design Council Designer Kennels LTD ECHO Ecotoilets Ecovision Renewables Edwards and Partners (A Division of Sanderson Weatherall LLP) ehouse Embed UK & Europe Energy Saving Solar Estateman Ltd Evolution Renewable Energy Solutions Ltd Farm Stay UK FARMA “The National Farmers’ Retail and Markets Association” Farming Online Limited FarmWeb Flame Concepts Digital Solutions G-pod International GDK Clay traps Genatec Geologic Boreholes & Systems Ltd George Hay Glamping For Business Ltd Global Teleports Good & Green Good Energy Ltd Gravitron Green Technology Finance GTF Event Equipment Finance HAGS SMP Limited

F764 F956 F360 F628 F552 F466 F240 F231 F534 F368 F512 C266 F660 F630 F622 F1044 F832 F952 F710 F134 F464 F842 F456 F210 F664 F1046 F1140 F231 F412 C362 F524 F550 F740 F720 F322 F450 F624 F454 F122 F314 F434 F814 F364 F825 F755 F121 F410 F820 F914 C260 F754 C274 F810 F112 F941 F312 F864 F154 F866 F341 F966 F944 F411 F230 F850 F766 F50 F520 F1020 F560 F136 F130 F130 F620

Highline Adventure IBD Distribution Impact IT Solutions (UK) Ltd in-site Inflatable World Leisure Ltd Johnson Brewing Design Ltd K & M Products (uk) Ltd KBW Packaging Ltd Kernon Countryside Consultants Ltd Knight Frank LLP Landmark Systems Ltd Lawn Keeper Lark Energy Levercliff Associates Ltd Lightsource Renewable Energy Ltd. LSI Independent Utility Brokers Ltd M3 Solutions Limited Mattressman LTD Mrs Davies Marketing Company Mulberry Cottages National Farm Attractions Network (NFAN) NatSol Compost Toilet Specialists NEW FOREST LOG CABINS Newform Energy Ltd Nicholsons Orchard Consulting Origin Eden Oundle Wealth Management Ltd - Specialist Advice for Farmers Outside Structure Solutions Ltd Parsons Containers Ltd. Pear Technology Pitchup.com Play Revolution Pleydell Smithyman Limited PODPADS Powerball Limited Pure Segway Quality Unearthed Ray Hipkin & David Rawlinson Chartered Safety Practitioner Retail Netwerks UK Ltd ROLLINS MARINE & CARAVAN SERVICES Roundhill Shepherd Huts Roundhouse Building Solutions Rowhaus Savills (UK) Limited Silver Lining Networks Solar Resources Spa Creators Studio Souffle Ltd SWIMSPA WORLD Tasty Trotter Event Supplies Technology Crops Ltd The British Alpaca Society The Camping and Caravanning Club The Countryside Restoration Trust The Farming Community Network The Log Pod Ltd The National Farmers’ Union The Playbus Company The Royal Agricultural University The Woodland Trust Tiger Tea Events timberspecs uk ltd Timeless Buildings TinyWoodHomes TradeLink Solutions Ltd. Trailblazer BBQ True Tiny Houses UK Farm Feeds United Kingdom Vineyards Association UPM Tilhill Vennersys Ltd Vine Works Ltd Vineyard Solutions Wedderburn EPOS & Weighing Systems Weltec Biopower (UK) Ltd. Wigwam Holidays Wild Duck Productions - Event Management Wildwood Cumbria WTE Ltd York Coffee Emporium

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SEGWAYS: IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY OR GENERATE INCOME

LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE Established in 1972, Blachere Illumination has developed an enviable international reputation as one of the world’s market leaders in festive and decorative illuminations.

Light it and they will come. We’ve been involved in some great projects over the years - here are just a few. Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow. We created a ceiling of light in the square. This was very popular - even the Police liked it!

We received an email from them asking if it could be left up all year as it had reduced crime in the area.

The Segway electric vehicle has low running costs and can be easily and safely ridden by nearly anyone. It can be used as a convenient and safe mode of transport either to improve productivity or as an income generator within a leisure activity Businesses worldwide have discovered the increased mobility and enhanced productivity the versatile and reliable Segway range (i2 SE, X2 SE and X2 Turf SE) consistently delivers. Segways were designed to ensure speed, range and manoeuvrability in varied environments.

“Segways could be an excellent way of generating revenue.”

Segways are ideal if you have staff looking/needing to cover large areas quickly. They work fantastically well in airports, large factories or on industrial sites that do not enter public highways. If you have staff that need to cover

distances and perform their duties at the other end, Segways are excellent fatigue reducers and mobility vehicles - which is why so many security companies and business operators use them in a variety of roles.

But you could also generate revenue using Segways as part of a leisure activity business, or even a specific event. Segways can be used for public paying tours or set up as Segway experience event centres. If you have land with interest such as a lake with migrating birds, a vinery or any other focal point where you can set up a regular tour or experience using these amazing machines, then Segways could be an excellent way of generating revenue. Pure Segway currently run two experience sites and are experts in using Segways to generate income.

CONTACT www.puresegway.co.uk info@puresegway.co.uk +44 (0)7415 231 419

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Cinderella Castle, Walt Disney World, Florida. Having already provided the lighting for the castle in Disneyland Paris, WDW Florida had a dream that their castle would be better. Months of preparation and collaboration with the Disney Imagineers enabled that dream to come true. We even made the lights disappear

during the day. How did we do that? Well, pixie dust of course!

This year, we teamed up with Estate Life to bring our expertise to the Farm Business and Country House world. Examples of how lighting gives a return on the investment includes Blackpool Illuminations that spend in the region of £2.2m per year. They attract 3 million visitors during the two months of the Illuminations, spending over £200m. That’s a lot of Kiss me Quick hats and Candyfloss!

Now, you may not have that kind of budget but the principle is the same. You can create an atmosphere, a show or an event with light. We can help you do that. Visit us on stand F1044 to find out more.

CONTACT www.Blachere-Illumination.co.uk r.brown@Blachere-Illumination.co.uk 01337 832910

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QUALITY CAMPING HOMES FOR LUXURY GLAMPING! Camping Cabins manufacture and supply premium quality Cabins, Yurts, Arches and campsite facilities which deliver excellent and proven levels of return on investment. Camping Cabins can supply everything you need to create and develop new and existing holiday units.

Camping Cabins can offer any campsite owner, new or existing, a way to fit luxurious, comfortable living accommodation into their business, which will attract a high rental yield from a new demographic of customer within an affordable, investment budget.

Our living accommodation is used across a wide range of tourism business, including caravan and campsites and visitor attractions.

Alnwick Gardens have a cabin on the way into their world renowned Poison Garden, existing B&Bs have barbecue cabins for hiring out to

families or groups for parties. The National Water Sports Centre in Nottinghamshire purchased 10 camping arches to start a new glamping site, plus a cafĂŠ and decking area for a family activity centre. Established glamping sites have added Arctic Cabins to their existing range of glamping accommodation just because they love the design.

Need advice? Our experienced Camping Cabins staff will help and advise you every step of the way, no matter which area of a new or existing business you are

developing. We do offer some standard units, but because we manufacture everything in our own factory, we are able to design and finish each unit to individual specifications and requirements.

For 2014, we are delighted to be able to supply wood fired hot tubs and barrel saunas; authentic products that will allow you to offer that little something special to your guests and differentiate yourself in the marketplace.

We understand that your confidence in us as a company is

crucial if we are to do business together. We offer as many site visits as you need and you are more than welcome to visit our factory to see our buildings being made, meet the team and see the range of cabins we have on display.

CONTACT www.camping-cabins.co.uk info@camping-cabins.co.uk 0115 932 8888

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BECOME A MEMBER OF THE HISTORIC HOUSES ASSOCIATION The HHA has been helping to preserve and promote Britain’s private heritage since 1973.

Isn’t it time to find out how they could help your historic house?

The Historic Houses Association (HHA) represents 1,590 of the UK’s privately owned historic houses, castles and gardens. Around 500 of these properties open their doors to visitors for days out, special tours, school visits, film locations, weddings and events, or as memorable places to stay. 13 million people a year visit HHA Member properties and there are 38,000 Friends of the HHA. The Association was established in 1973 to help owners conserve

these wonderful places in the interests of the nation and carries out important lobbying, advisory and marketing work on behalf of Member properties. Members range from iconic stately homes such as Blenheim Palace, Highclere Castle, Castle Howard, Knebworth House, Longleat and Burghley House, to more intimate houses such as Traquair in Scotland, Treowen in Wales and Belle Isle in Northern Ireland. Most are still private family homes and the HHA also welcomes properties that do

Bowood House and Gardens in Wiltshire, Winner of the HHA/Christie’s Garden of the Year Award 2014

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not open to the public.

the future of the house.

Membership is open to private owners of historic houses and gardens throughout Britain and Northern Ireland, including those owned by corporate, charitable and institutional bodies.

Properties should be architecturally important and are generally listed buildings. The HHA also offers Next Generation Membership for those who are in line to inherit an historic house, their siblings or other family members involved in

To find out more about the benefits of becoming a Member of the HHA, please visit www.hha.org.uk or follow us on Twitter @Historic_Houses

CONTACT www.hha.org.uk info@hha.org.uk 020 7259 5688

“The HHA provides advice, lobbying and marketing support.”

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PREFABULOUS DIY MODULAR BUILDINGS Making the transition from farming to creating and selling your own produce is to become easier, cheaper and less stressful thanks to our new process that builds a barn within a barn.

Create A Cabin installs high quality, food safe, flexible food preparation rooms which can be built quickly and cheaply.

Made-to-measure, steel panel buildings range in size from 20m² – 200m² and can be delivered within six weeks of order. The farm team, led by Create A Cabin’s technician, construct the building with purpose built windows, kitchens, poultry abattoirs, cheese doors, partitions and inbuilt makers, meat packers and fish insulation. smokers, and allow farmers to control another link in the food The client connects and installs production chain, as well as adding power and water, plus additional value to their product and thus finish to suit a specific processing commanding a higher price. task. These can range from jam

“Add value to your product and command a higher price.”

These innovative, waterproof buildings are compliant with all relevant safety and hygiene requirements and remove the cost, red tape and time delays often associated with new buildings.

They do not require planning permission when constructed under an existing structure such as a tithe barn, workshop or Dutch barn. Having proved successful in France for the past five years, Create A Cabin is now making the transition across the Channel to help forward thinking farmers add value to their end product. Issues such as food traceability and the economic

downturn have driven consumer commitment to buying locally sourced food, so we think this is a great – and growing – opportunity.

CONTACT www.createacabin.co.uk sales@createacabin.co.uk 01227 389 895

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TOILETS FLUSHED WITH SUCCESS – NOT WATER! NatSol manufactures odour free compost toilets that put many WC cubicles to shame. Ventilation from below the seat makes the cubicle odour free.

We are the leading UK company supplying compost toilets for remote sites such as allotments, campsites, rural churches, farms, nature reserves, outdoor activity centres, and horticultural projects. We have

assisted many businesses and organisations by providing an all year round remote toilet facility.

There is no requirement for water, power, or a sewage connection and no risk of freezing.

the toilets safe and pleasant to manage. Maintenance costs are low and it is not essential to have vehicle access after installation.

Alcohol gel dispensers are supplied for hand cleansing.

Our wheelchair accessible toilets have two chambers for the solid wastes and these are used alternately on an annual cycle.

This batch processing makes

The toilets were developed in the UK for our cool, damp climate. In hotter countries, compost toilets often rely on evaporation to get rid of urine from the toilet vault.

NatSol specialises in toilets for remote sites. They require no water, power or sewage connection and are odour free under normal operation.

Over 40 years combined experience of the company directors has proved that evaporation in this country is unreliable, so we separate urine using our unique stainless steel pedestal and send it to a simple soak away.

Do please come and have a chat about any sanitation issues that concern you. We will not knowingly sell you a product unless we believe that it is the best solution for your situation based on the available information.

CONTACT www.natsol.co.uk andy@natsol.co.uk 01686 412653

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Container Sales and Hires and Container Self-Storage “With many years of experience trading in shipping

containers there’s not much we haven’t done with them. They’re very versitile. If you ever need a container - and a lot of people do - we can help”

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FROM DERELICT FARM BUILDING TO INCOME EARNER Are you considering diversifying and developing a holiday property? We can assist at every stage, from advising what would best suit the site in terms of development, helping with income projections for your business plan and advising on the all-important ‘look’.

Mulberry Cottages make holiday letting easy by working with you to maximise your income, believing that the best results are from working in partnership with our owners. We thought a case study might best illustrate this.

A Group Of Four Barns In A Farmyard Setting In Kent (One Oast House, a pair of cow byres and a large period Thatched barn).

The farmer wanted to diversify into a commercial use for the barns away from his traditional long-term letting. Lack of fast broadband and good communication links precluded offices, so holiday lettings seemed the answer. The buildings obtained planning, backed by detailed

income projections and reports on employment.

The barns were converted in stages to allow income to start being received on the first barn before the next was developed.

The most expensive part of the build, the conversion of the main thatched barn was left until last.

All units are run on a biomass boiler, as the farm has easy access

“Working with you to maximise your income.”

to wood. On advice from us, the complex has both a swimming pool and tennis court.

The income in 2010, the first year with all four properties available, was a 17% return on investment.

In 2013, this rose to 25% ROI with occupancy of 95%. The split between bookings obtained direct by the farming business and

bookings from us is currently about 50/50, although in the depths of the recession 65% came from us. We are now working closely with the farmer to identify areas where the income can continue to grow and develop. We have advised at every stage of this development, from planning the build to analysing how to continue to build income.

CONTACT www.mulberrycottages.com info@mulberrycottages.com 01227 464958

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RIDE THE GLAMPING WAVE! Many find the initial financial outlay and organisation of setting up a glamping enterprise daunting. Don’t worry - Glamping4Business has got it licked! G4B provides you with all the expertise you need to achieve a great return on your investment in the shortest possible time.

Welcome to the great glamping phenomenon - your fast-track passport to high profits with low upfront costs. The perfect way to grow your business... without the growing pains. Glamping glamorous camping - stands at the forefront of a spectacular surge in the outdoor leisure market.

Year-on-year growth rates north of 20% are hard to ignore. And nobody does glamping better than Glamping4Business. With our vast experience and all-round

expertise, we can get your site up and running sooner than you think - and put you into profit almost immediately.

G4B specialises in yurt glamping.

By which we mean bespoke, authentic yurts – handcrafted exquisitely in Mongolia in the best eco-friendly traditions, yet brilliantly adaptable to modern comforts and stunning, sumptuous decor. Our yurt camp at Sopley Lake near the historic New Forest

CONTACT www.glampingforbusiness.com 01425 462525

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“We can get your site up and running sooner than you think - and put you into profit almost immediately.”

had already sold 200 nights for the 2014 season by the end of 2013, with each reservation paying a 50% deposit on booking. Yurts are in huge demand among discerning, luxury-led glampers and they can make serious money for you. Here’s how...

Glamping4Business yurts are the perfect turnkey boost for your trade, whether you are a hotel or B&B looking to expand, a landowner seeking to exploit underused grounds or a farmer wishing to diversify. We supply and maintain your yurts on attractive monthly lease terms, you avoid the burden of outright purchase and are able to show early profits. From planning permission to construction and advice on running, maintaining, storing and marketing your yurts, we can get you up and running - and making money – in the shortest possible time.

Add as little or as much as you like from our options menu.

The choice is yours. Our interior designer can assist you or decorate your yurt for you, all with a flair and imagination that will wow

your customers. We can also start preparing your business to take bookings and secure the earliest possible returns on your investment.

Very few country house hotels which host weddings and receptions have sufficient rooms for overnight guests. A yurt site within the grounds creates valuable extra accommodation which not only commands premium room rates but also generates further F&B income for the hotel - without the huge expense and upheaval of extending the premises.

We are a team of experienced individuals. There is nothing that Graham does not know about Yurt construction and maintenance, nothing that Andre doesn’t know about marketing and the demands of the glamping customer and Carol can achieve any planning permissions you need to work through the finance options.

Come and meet the team at stand F50 and we can help you make money by riding the Glamping Wave!

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THE BRITISH ALPACA SOCIETY: ALPACA FARMING Alpacas are a successful alternative farming industry with rapidly growing domestic and export markets.

Talk to alpaca owners and ask how these animals could bring your holding a fine return. The British Alpaca Society is dedicated to the welfare of alpacas and the education of their owners in the UK. The British Alpaca Society (BAS) provides information, support and events for alpaca owners, breeders and those interested in alpacas. It runs a state of the art pedigree breed register which is fully interactive online. The BAS is also involved in all facets of marketing and promotion for the rapidly growing domestic industry as well as supporting the growth in the European export market for stud stock and fibre.

“Alpacas have fast become one of the most sophisticated enterprises in the emerging rural industries.”

From the first importation of commercial quantities of alpacas in the late 1990s, alpacas have

fast become one of the most sophisticated enterprises in the emerging rural industries. The exponential growth of the alpaca scene in the UK and worldwide has been driven by both the shortage of alpaca fibre, which is highly sort after by the Italian and Chinese processors, but also the loving and easy care nature of the alpaca.

The alpaca industry is very aware that for its long term success, they must focus on the end product which is fibre. This is in contrast to many alternative farming enterprises which didn’t focus on the end product until they had gone through boom and bust cycles. The UK alpaca industry at this time is primarily a stud stock industry but is strategically focused on becoming a fibre industry.

CONTACT www.bas-uk.com

STAY CONNECTED TO THE 21ST CENTURY 75% of people say that they would rather spend a week without coffee than a week without Wi-Fi. Let Silver Lining Networks help you give your customers what they want.

Silver Lining Networks is an established family-run business specialising in the installations of commercial Wi-Fi. We install systems at caravan parks, campsites, marinas, and small businesses such as B&Bs, shops and cafés, allowing your customers to access the internet 24 hours a day.

As more and more Brits spend their holidays ‘glamping’ and caravanning, families are choosing to stay at locations that offer Wi-Fi, which can provide an alternative form of entertainment, whatever the weather. Statistics show that the number of people working from home has risen to its highest level of 4.2 million people in the UK since records began in 1998. The Wi-Fi facility provides the option to ‘work from home’ while away on holiday.

With the right connectivity, these people could be staying at your park.

We’re the largest Wi-Fi installer in Wales and currently have over 100 systems installed over the UK with thousands of users per month. We use the latest technology available and our custom firmware to ensure the best connectivity and signal is achieved. All our systems are run from our high tech dedicated base of cloud servers.

The installations are carried out ensuring a very high standard of

workmanship, and our customers are never disappointed with the finish. Our helpdesk is open to you and your customers seven days a week to help out with any difficulties they may encounter, therefore minimising any queries for your staff.

We offer many different options to our customers - after a short consultation, we will tailor a system to your individual needs.

You may even be eligible to have a FREE system that could make you money.

“75% of people would rather spend a week without coffee than Wi-Fi.” Remember, 38% of people say that no Wi-Fi is a deal breaker, and will book elsewhere! Let Silver Lining Networks help your business reach its potential and subsequently be more profitable for you.

To find out more, or to get a free, no-obligation quote visit stand F836 or contact sales@ silverliningnetworks.co.uk / 0844 357 3596 at a later date.

CONTACT www.silverliningnetworks.co.uk sales@silverliningnetworks.co.uk 0844 357 3596

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EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF LAND – TODAY’S APPROACH Access to data, relevant to your land, has never been more available than it is today which has bred a whole new approach to managing land.

Farming today is constantly changing, requiring more and more decisions to be made in a wide range of areas. It is important to keep up-to-date with these changes by using the right tools. A successful business needs to reduce energy, financial costs and lost time, and the use of technology is one of the best ways to get the information that we need in front of us to make decision making as straightforward as possible.

Today, you can have access to your RPA field boundaries and a variety of datasets from Natural England, the Forestry Commission and the Environment Agency. All of these datasets can be backed up by the relevant Ordnance Survey data for your farm.

“Technology is one of the best ways to get the information that we need.”

Weather – good or bad - always has a major impact on any business and no one can control it.

There is a quote which states that “There is no such thing as bad weather, just inappropriate clothing” and the provision of a good canopy reduces the need for appropriate clothing!

A quick internet search will show hundreds of different canopies, and this is where Outside Structure Solutions come in.

We have produced an extensive product list, meaning that we become your one-stop-shop for shade and shelter. It may be as simple as a patio umbrella for your house or a huge storage tent; we can help with advice and information to help you make the best decision.

CONTACT www.peartechnology.co.uk thopkin@peartechnology.co.uk 07864285573

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Outside Structure Solutions supply and install a range of external structures designed to provide cover in all weathers.

Using appropriate intuitive software will help simplify the process.

The farming world is entering an era of transition with the introduction of the new Basic Payment Scheme and the expected changes to applications under the agri-environment scheme. This period of change will be with us for a while and it is something that we will all have to become familiar with. Keeping control of the process will require planning, preparation and a means of recording changes.

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CONTACT www.outsidestructures.co.uk sales@outsidestructures.co.uk+44 0844 561 7679

“Your one-stop-shop for shade and shelter.”

For example, our retractable terrace covers come in at least 20 variations; however, our knowledge and experience mean that we will reduce this down to a manageable number. Our fixed structures similarly give you a choice of at least 10 variations, which can include fabric or polycarbonate roofs as well as aluminium or timber framework.

Some will look better in a garden, and some are more commercial, and it is our job to help you to make the best choice.

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SCOTS-POD BRINGS THE OUTDOORS IN With the popularity of luxury camping on the rise, Scots-Pod camping units are the ideal choice for those looking to bring the outdoors in.

Manufactured by Timeless Timber and utilising the very best in British timber, the Scots-Pod sleeps up to four people providing year round comfort and shelter from all weathers. For added convenience, electrics are fully fitted and the pods are delivered as single units, ready to go from day one.

Beautifully and uniquely handcrafted by Timeless Timber Ltd., Scots-Pod can be custom-made too, offering a cost-effective and flexible solution to a range of outdoor

needs. From garden buildings to outdoor offices, artists’ studios to soundproof music rooms, the pods provide reliable and durable space in the great outdoors.

Timeless Timber Buildings are made from high quality, locally grown and environmentally sustainable species. Each building is meticulously designed and handcrafted to be erected without the need for specialist equipment or contractors. Whether for personal or commercial use, Scots-Pod is the ideal way to make the most of

“The ideal way to make the most of your outdoor space.” your outdoor space. To find out more go to www.Scots-Pod.com, or visit Scots-Pod at stand F110, at the Farm Business Innovation show.

CONTACT www.Scots-Pod.com info@timelesstimberltd.co.uk 01387 720 925

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GLAMPING AND RENEWABLE ENERGY FINANCE

“GTF have a first-hand knowledge, giving the lenders confidence to lend.”

GTF are a provider of finance for the farming and estates market specialising in green technology and leisure.

On the surface, there would appear to be little that connects Biomass Boilers with Tents, but there is a connection when it comes to finance. The customers are the same farms and estates that generally have large heating costs and a need to diversify, with the tourist industry being a popular choice. The similarity doesn’t stop there; both types of asset are traditionally difficult to finance, as tents provide poor security and biomass boilers have a protracted install with an element of staged payments.

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GTF have a wealth of experience in providing finance in both of these sectors with their panel of lenders who not only understand the assets and their idiosyncrasies, but have a desire to lend. “Every situation is different” says Neil Baxendale, Director at GTF, “Which makes our job more enjoyable, as you never know what the next phone call will bring”. GTF like to meet all their clients face-to-face wherever they are in the country. As Neil says, “Long hours in the car are the norm, but meeting on

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site is rewarding and helps get a better understanding of our clients wants and wishes. You just can’t do that when you’re sat behind a computer”. That extra insight pays dividends with the lenders, because GTF have a first-hand knowledge that ensures their proposals are fully

researched, giving the lenders confidence to lend.

If you want a first class service from a firm that specialises in providing funding to farms and estates, then talk to Neil or Ken at GTF.

CONTACT www.gtf-eef.co.uk info@greentechnologyfinance.co.uk 01234 881340

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CORPORATE AND LEISURE EVENTS CREATE SUCCESS BlueSky Experiences started as a farm diversification and are now recognised as a leading provider of corporate and leisure events. We are offering an exciting opportunity for landowners to benefit from our knowledge and become partners across the UK. James and Suzie England started BlueSky Experiences with a vision to create a Centre of Excellence in the corporate team building sector. We have grown from delivering 40 events on the farm in 2002 to in excess of 600 events annually, across the UK. Our client base ranges from private groups to large blue chip companies such as BP and L’Oreal.

Prior to any diversification project, a considerable amount of research has to be undertaken and many challenges need to be overcome.

James and Suzie have experienced many of these key challenges and are extremely well placed to help landowner’s pin-point the challenges, investigate the issues and reach innovative solutions. The time spent on the upfront research and planning of any diversification project is an absolute necessity and cannot be underestimated.

The BlueSky Experiences team are in a unique position to offer wide-ranging advice to landowners wishing to maximise the return on their land, buildings and labour force.

“Research and planning of any diversification project is an absolute necessity and cannot be underestimated.”

Meet u F952 o s at Stand r semina hear James’ ro at 11.4 n Thursday 5 in Ha ll 8.

CONTACT www.blueskyexperiences.com james@blueskyexperiences.com 07980212355

As well as providing a consultancy service to landowners wishing to diversify, we are also offering landowners the opportunity to become partners with our licence scheme.

Key elements of the Licence Offering: • • • • • • •

A trusted and well proven brand Consultancy on designing a venue or adding additional value to an existing venue Expert advice on the process of organising events, from enquiry to post-event evaluation Exposure on the BlueSky Experiences’ website as a venue / partner Support in developing marketing objectives and campaigns Generation of enquiries from HQ Support in developing Risk Assessments, Standard Operating Procedures and other related documents

If you would like further information, please contact James England on 07980212355 or email james@blueskyexperienes.com

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PODPADS. ‘UNREAL ESTATE’ FOR 2015 AND BEYOND With an increasing demand for glamping, the time is right to get involved and create a great income stream from minimal investment.

Call it what you like - Glamping, Posh or Boutique Camping PODPADS were there at the start, established as market leaders in the event accommodation sector since 2005. Now, a decade later, we’re introducing our proven range of innovative and unique ‘unreal estate’ to the private sector.

“These are our customers - and these are your customers.”

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Designed and hand-built near Bath, our quirky, quality range of Podpads units offers a choice to the customer, catering for different group sizes, budgets and levels of expectation. Built to last, the pack-flat wooden structures are happy left standing in the field, but they’re easy to put up and breakdown to dry-store out of season.

The PODPADS portfolio includes the original iconic ‘podpad’, the ‘luxpad’ and the ‘octopad’, the last two of which are available in insulated models, offering

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four seasons occupancy. The charming visual appeal of the units is complemented by their longevity and their simple, no tools necessary, construction/pack-away.

your investment price, the rates of rental and expected occupancy through the year, showing your investment paid back within the first year.

Add to this a rapid Return on Investment and it’s win-win all the way! Ask to see our bespoke spreadsheet, where you can enter

Not only do we offer a great range of accommodation & RoI, but we also offer a ready-built customer base. These are our customers and these are your customers - 2545 year olds (and their like-minded friends) with disposable income.

‘PADS’ is the bespoke association of ‘podpadders’, launching in January 2015 with 5,000 members already signed up for next summer.

CONTACT www.podpads.com/sales sales@podpads.com 01454218560

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WHAT DO ALL COFFEE PRODUCERS DREAM OF? It’s fair to say that 99.9% would be honest if they mentioned market stability - a crucial factor in developing countries, suggests Alison Hernandez-Hall.

Did you know that after oil, coffee is the second most traded commodity on the stock exchange? It’s hard then to understand why coffee farmers have such low incomes.

Thankfully, there are people working to change things and hopefully, consumer voices are helping.

and Caffe Feminino are just two examples of sustainable success stories. Over the last 12 years, I have slowly built an understanding of coffee from the Highlands of Mexico, more specifically a village called Yajalon in Chiapas. I’m now studying for a Diploma in Coffee with the Speciality Coffee Association of Europe.

I grew up on a mixed farm in the Cotswolds and after completing my BTEC in Rural Studies, I spent a year in America, then wwoofed and worked around New Zealand and Australia. In 2000, I found myself in Mexico and my appreciation for a good cup of coffee was born soon after.

I believe that anyone should be able to readily access good coffee without feeling intimidated due to the quantity of choice or a lack of coffee knowledge. We can offer advice that will help you on your path to discovery and look forward to meeting you at stand F1040 for a coffee and a chat.

Origin Eden offers coffees from the Central Americas. I want to buy/roast/supply beans from farmers who produce a good product and deserve a real price in return. Organisations such as Rainforest Alliance

CONTACT

“Coffee is the second most traded commodity on the stock exchange.”

WWW.ORIGINEDEN.COM ALISON@ORIGINEDEN.COM 07565494526

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We can pack freshly roasted coffee in 80g or 100g sachets for welcome packs.

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Our 250g/500g/1kg bags are perfect for consumer retail in farm shops and markets and coffee shops or bed & breakfasts in the wholesale sector.

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Working with Francino, a British company celebrating 50 years of manufacturing, we can offer a full range of professional and semi-professional machines, grinders and installation/service contracts to suit the needs of each individual plan.

Come for a free coffee and a chat on stand

F1040!

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HELPING FARMERS GET THE BEST RETURN FROM THEIR WOODLAND UPM Tilhill manages more woodland for more woodland owners than anyone else in the UK. With a network of offices throughout the UK we can provide a professional local service to farmers with the added benefits of the support and buying power associated with being a national company.

Woodlands can diversify your income stream in many ways and we are the experts that can help you discover the best ways of utilising your woodland assets.

For instance, demand for timber is now significant, especially with the increasing use of wood for fuel both in homes and in industry. So, if you have woodland on your farm that you haven’t touched for years but would now like to see how best you can tap into the ever growing fuel demand, we can help.

You might wish to create a new woodland in order to secure a future income but are unsure of the grant schemes available and how to go about the process, we can help.

Our forest managers are experts when it comes to advising on all aspects of trees from planting them, managing them to their greatest potential through to harvesting them and getting you the best price for the timber.

Think about your farm – Have you got money growing in your trees? t

CONTACT www.upm-tilhill.com 0800 328 2128

MAXIMISE THE POTENTIAL OF YOUR BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Pleydell Smithyman is a design and business consultancy specialising in creative solutions to help you diversify and harness the potential of your business.

Pleydell Smithyman Limited is a market-leading, award-winning practice of design, strategy and business consultants. Established in 1995 and led by its original co-founders, Paul Pleydell and Robin Smithyman, we are a progressive, design-led practice operating across the United Kingdom from our strategically located offices in The Midlands and Glasgow.

“We have all the skills you need to diversify your business and land.”

Whether you are looking to develop a farm shop, farm attraction, retail or café opportunity, or explore the wider diversification of your business

CONTACT www.pleydellsmithyman.co.uk psl@pleydellsmithyman.co.uk 01952 433211

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and land to encompass renewable energy or other additional sources of revenue, we have the capacity and depth of knowledge to respond to your needs with a tailor-made service.

As a multidisciplinary practice, we have the skills within our inhouse team to help you develop, design and deliver your project.

From helping you secure planning permission, developing a strategy for managing your environment, to designing masterplans, we have all the skills you need to diversify your business and land.

We have helped a range of rural business to diversify, working with them to create a strategy that works. Projects have included the development of farm shops, creation of environmental plans, landscape and visual assessments for renewable energy projects and development of tourism and recreation opportunities in rural locations.

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GOING SOLAR MAKES GOOD BUSINESS SENSE Farmers, land and agricultural business owners could benefit hugely by installing solar PV systems on the roofs of their barns and outbuildings. In our current economic climate, the financial returns are hard to beat.

Solar Resources are a Sussex based supplier and installer of photovoltaic systems in commercial, agricultural and industrial markets. We firmly believe that there is a strong business argument for taking advantage of solar power – and the farming industries are particularly well placed to profit from the returns on offer.

PV systems can be installed on most roofs or ground mounted on

land that is unsuitable for farming.

Solar panels can be oriented anywhere between east and west, with south facing giving the greatest returns. The more space available, the larger the installation can be – and the bigger the financial gain!

achieve annual returns in the region of 8-22%, index linked to the retail price index (RPI) and guaranteed for 20 years. We hope you’ll agree that this represents an incredible investment opportunity, unmatched by anything the financial markets can currently offer.

With the introduction of the government’s Feed In Tariff (FIT), photovoltaics provide a genuine low risk / high reward investment.

Our clients have been able to

But that’s not all. Farmers can benefit from Feed In and Export Tariffs. Money is earned on the amount of energy generated and the amount that is exported back to the grid. In addition, by generating and using your own electricity, considerable cost savings can be made. As you are reducing your reliance on the National Grid for energy consumption, you will see your electricity bills come down substantially.

How Can You Benefit From Solar Energy?

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INVEST Attractive investment opportunity to profit directly from your farm buildings 8-22% annual return on investment is typically achievable Returns are RPI index lined and guaranteed for 20 years

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SAVE Generate your own power and use it for free Cheaper electricity bills when you buy from the grid Lower CO2 emissions – reduce your carbon footprint

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EARN Get regular FIT payments for every kWh of electricity you generate Receive export payments for the energy you sell back to the grid

term, a solar PV installation on the roofs of your farm buildings could be the perfect solution to help you invest, save and earn for decades to come.

Solar Resources are fully MCS accredited. Our professional team of surveyors, project managers and solar installers bring over 40 years of experience. We aim to ensure that our clients’ needs are exactly matched to the most suitable, efficient and cost-effective systems available. We only supply high quality PV panels that have a guaranteed product life.

Last but by no means least, reducing carbon emissions and having a green footprint is an important factor for agricultural businesses, particularly those in a ‘green supply chain’. Solar power is sustainable and clean, noise and emission free – a great way to help lower the harmful effects of greenhouse gases on our planet.

If you’re looking to maximise the use of your existing assets in the long

Drawing on knowledge gained from our parent company, The French Group, Solar Resources project manage each job with great care and efficiency, from advising and assisting clients with obtaining the necessary permission through to the installation and maintenance of the panels.

If you would like to understand more about how your business could benefit from solar power, we’d be delighted to meet you at our FBIS stand. Alternatively, please feel free to call or email our offices any time.

CONTACT www.solarresources.co.uk info@solarresources.co.uk 01444 800040

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TRULY VERSATILE RURAL ACCOMMODATION Since starting business in a former cart-shed five years ago, Louise and Paul Adams have built over 25 bespoke shepherds’ huts from scratch.

The brother and sister team have created a remarkable range of designs to suit their customers’ requirements – studies, playrooms and one miniature pub - but by far and away the most popular use is as an extra bedroom. These can be as luxurious or Spartan as desired; they can be built fully wired and plumbed for power, lighting and heating (requiring appropriate hook-ups), or alternatively they can

be supplied with an original small wood-burning stove, a few cupboards and a bed, much like the 19th century originals.

Thus as holiday accommodation, they can be placed close to a farmhouse or in a much more isolated spot. Wherever they are sited in a rural setting, shepherds’ huts have the great advantage of looking entirely at home in the

“Shepherds’ huts look entirely at home in the landscape.”

landscape. The cast iron wheels and leaf suspension on each hut are functional and enable them to be towed into place with a tractor or four wheel drive vehicle. They can then be easily moved to fit in with crop rotation cycles.

production, but without losing the uniqueness of each Roundhill Hut. An individual one with an interior inspired by the Brighton Pavilion? Or a set of four called Windsor, Osborne, Sandringham and Balmoral?

Now based in two barns at a farm in West Sussex, Louise and Paul have taken on four employees to increase

Look at examples of our work on our website, then come and discuss what you would like in your garden or on your farm.

CONTACT www.roundhillshepherdhuts.co.uk louby.adams@hotmail.co.uk 01243 811447

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‘OFF-GRID’ POTABLE WATER SOLUTIONS Carter Pumps Ltd are specialists in delivering potable water and sewage treatment/disposal systems at remote and rural locations helping to maximise the development potential of your land.

If you’re a farmer, smallholder, land or estate owner, then you will understand what it means to be ‘off-grid’, with no access to mains water. We all have a tendency to take things for granted. Turn a tap and water flows. Flush a toilet and waste is washed away. It’s only when those services are unavailable, or insufficient to meet growing demands, that we appreciate their true worth.

“Helping to maximise the development potential of your land.”

Carter Pumps Ltd are specialists in delivering safe, wholesome, potable water to remote and rural locations helping to maximise the development potential of your land. If you’re looking to increase the herd, diversify into luxury log cabins, develop a caravan park or undertake any expansion that will necessitate increased water use, it’s time give us a call. Remember, it doesn’t always require a borehole! A well, spring, river, stream or lake can prove equally viable with the correct treatment and filtration.

CONTACT www.carterpumps.co.uk sales@carterpumps.co.uk 01380 734900

In addition to delivering private water supplies, we also have the capability to dispose of sewage and wastewater. Utilising pumping stations to transport sewage to mains sewers is often the most practical solution.

However, we also install sewage treatment plants which allow discharge of treated effluent into a stream, river or soakaway.

Carter Pumps Ltd is a capable one-stop-shop that can undertake your project from beginning to end. With NICEIC registration, safecontractor, confined space trained engineers and all the correct insurances, you can trust us to deliver your project safely, efficiently and on time.

PAINTBALL: THE PROFITABLE ALTERNATIVE Running your own paintball site is a great way to generate additional income. Let Powerball help you turn paint into profit!

Powerball is the leading distributor and manufacturer of equipment to the paintball trade industry in Europe and beyond. Over the last 20 years, we have supplied paintball sites with hardware, consumables and support, from start-up businesses to multi-site operators.

A UK firm, Powerball is located in Aldershot, Hampshire; along with our sister company Arrow Precision. Our emphasis is on providing our customers with quality equipment, backed up with spares, support and advice.

Staffed by experienced engineers, players and site managers, Powerball is on hand to help you turn your unused, unprofitable land into a viable, sustainable business with very healthy returns.

Our key to success is the quality of our products and the reduced cost of ownership they bring.

Our UK-made paintball markers and paintballs have been proven time and time again to

generate better revenue for our customers by reducing cleaning and repair time. This in turn keeps their customers playing and paying. We proudly support what we sell with a healthy stock of spare parts and accessories.

Additionally, our paintballs are totally biodegradable and contain no harmful starch or oil. Our Sterling paintball brand is renowned for its ecocredentials and is exclusively used in sensitive installations where foreign brands of paint have failed to live up to their claims.

Many successful landowners and entrepreneurs have diversified into running profitable paintball sites on their land. With margins in excess of 600% on paint sales, it’s easy to see why! Come and talk to us and see how we can help you generate the same healthy return with your own paintball business.

CONTACT www.powerball.co.uk sales@powerball.co.uk 01252 408 550

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ROWHAUS - UNIQUE AND VERSATILE LIVING SPACE

The Rowhaus is a stylish and functional new place on your property for you to enjoy.

softwood flooring and is painted with the Butinox 3 paint system colour of your choice, giving eight years of protection against the elements.

The Rowhaus is a beautifullyconstructed, unique living area, built using traditional boatbuilding craftsmanship. It is a useful and valuable enclosed space, as well as being an eyecatching feature on any property.

It is modelled on a clinker boat, as seen on the beaches of the Western Isles.

The windows are made with toughened glass. It measures from 3m x 2m x 2m and can be made up to a length of 10m if requested. A woodburner and electricity are also available. The wonderfully adaptable Rowhaus has many uses - you might like to use it as a studio, a playroom, an office or bedroom. It is on castors, so you can change its location at your leisure.

Built to last, the Rowhaus is made with Oak transom, doors and frame; it has an Ash backbone, keel and stem; the planking is Sitka Spruce and the stem and keel have a copper covering. It can be made with hardwood or

“A studio, a playroom, an office or bedroom.”

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Interior furniture, fixtures and fittings can be made to order, so that your Rowhaus fulfills its potential with all the style and functionality you could wish for.

www.rowhaus.co.uk info@rowhaus.co.uk 01873 890633

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THE COUNTRYSIDE RESTORATION TRUST Our mission: protect farmed countryside, its wildlife, and the people with the knowledge and skills to look after it.

As 75% of the UK’s landscape is made up of farmland, the way in which we farm it is critical to wildlife. And successful farming depends on wildlife. For example, without insect pollinators, there would be no harvest of many commercial crops. Our countryside needs a champion who understands both farming and wildlife. The Countryside Restoration Trust is that champion!

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The Solution: Farming With Wildlife In Mind

“Our countryside needs a champion who understands both farming and wildlife.”

Our mission is to protect the Wildlife, food production, farmed countryside, its wildlife, employment, economics and and the people with the development are all essential parts knowledge and skills to look of life in the countryside and we The Countryside Restoration after it – and to communicate are concerned with all of them.

Trust is the UK’s leading charity that together these represent a In particular, we believe that our promoting wildlife-friendly farming strategic resource vital for our future food security, predation and and campaigning for a living, future food security. education of these matters working countryside. We believe must be addressed. that wildlife is integral to good The CRT takes a holistic view of farming. That philosophy is put why the countryside matters. into practice on over 1,500 acres of working farms, small-holdings and woodland across the country where, alongside our tenants, we are demonstrating how farming www.countrysiderestorationtrust.com and other sustainable land uses info@countrysiderestorationtrust.com can co-exist with and benefit from a countryside rich in wildlife.

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ROYAL AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY – STANDING OUT IN THE COUNTRY

“Set up a small campsite - without the need for planning permission!”

Founded in 1845, the Royal Agricultural University (RAU) in Cirencester has a long-standing, global reputation for teaching and research.

Today, the RAU is a vibrant, forward-thinking, international community. Currently, there are more than 1,200 students from over 45 different countries studying at the historic campus in the heart of the Cotswolds.

The diverse range of degree subjects on offer at the RAU often exceeds expectations.

Students can choose from more than 30 different degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Well-established undergraduate degrees include BScs in Agriculture, Applied Farm Management, Real Estate, Rural Land Management, International Business Management, Food Production and Supply Management and Equine Management. There are also a number of foundation degrees on offer, with the opportunity to progress to a full degree with honours.

At postgraduate level, the RAU offers an exciting range of respected MSc and MBA courses,

including International Advanced Farm Management, International Real Estate, Rural Estate Management, Applied Equine Science and International Food and Agribusiness.

The Royal Agricultural University is ranked within the top 10% of the UK’s 160 universities and colleges for graduate employability. In fact, 96.3% of undergraduates and 97.5% of postgraduates were in employment or further study within six months of leaving the RAU, with most securing professional or managerial roles.

Many young people have already realised the increasing number of career opportunities in the landbased sector; the RAU has seen enrolments rise by a staggering 50% in the past five years alone.

CONTACT www.rau.ac.uk dmissions@rau.ac.uk 01285 652531

“Choose from more than 30 different degrees at undergraduate and postgraduate level.”

TURN YOUR GRASS INTO CASH As the only club with the expertise and desire to accommodate all forms of camping, we can help you to make money from your land.

If you have half an acre of land and a friendly nature, setting up your own Certificated Site really couldn’t be easier.

even give you a free basic advert on our website and in Your Big Sites Book, which reaches over 520,000 members.

The Camping and Caravanning Club can help landowners set up and operate small campsites for up to five caravans or motorhomes, and 10 tents without the need for planning permission!

You’ll be amazed how simple the process is and we’ll be here every step of the way. With a host of benefits to running a Certificated Site including the possibility of other areas of revenue, visit us at stand F834 at the Farm Business Innovation Show 2014, or visit www.certificatedsites.co.uk

And what’s more, all of our services are free of charge and you keep all of your site fees. Set So what are you waiting for? It’s time to start making your land up costs are minimal and we’ll work for you.

CONTACT www.certificatedsites.co.uk exemptions@campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk 024 7767 6164

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THE FARMING COMMUNITY NETWORK (FCN) FCN is a national network of volunteers, mostly with a close link to agriculture. They provide support to farmers and farming families facing difficulties and can be contacted through a confidential helpline and email.

The spectrum of issues that can befall farmers is vast, from legal wrangles such as planning and tenancy matters; or occupational issues such as retirement or the threat of eviction; through personal relationship problems, either with family or business partners; or livestock issues such as movement or registration documentation or feed shortages; and from there to financial difficulties, either temporary or

CONTACT www.fcn.org.uk chris@fcn.org.uk 0845 367 9990

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more fundamental. We never know what problem is coming next, but at FCN we will do our very best to provide some sort of help.

FCN is on hand when a farmer needs someone to turn to and doesn’t have anyone. Most of us have a personal social network to whom we can turn when things get tough and say “I need you.

Please help.” That person may simply listen; or they may prompt some line of action. Either way, we feel better for having shared our woes with someone whom we can trust. But what if you were

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“FCN is on hand when a farmer needs someone to turn to and doesn’t have anyone.” in the position where you need that person but simply don’t have anyone?

Our network of volunteers enables us to make face-to-face contact with those who request support and can walk alongside them as they tackle the issues they face. We make a point of staying

alongside the farmer for as long as we are needed.

We’re always interested in meeting new partners who can help with our work, through offering ideas and opportunities that can help our clients for example. If any of the above has affected you or inspired you, come and talk to us.

AGRICULTURE

Have you considered solar

for your business?

What are the agricultural benefits of investing in Solar PV? Solar PV yields 12-15% Return on Investment

Thanks to a lucrative government subsidy you can be paid just for generating ‘clean’ electricity. You can also receive payment for any power you don’t use

Reduced Energy Bills

All of the power obtained from the solar is yours to use for FREE

Finance

M3 Solutions work with specialist lenders and can arrange Finance for sustainable projects with each project independently assessed by The Carbon Trust

Enhanced ‘Green’ credentials

Solar is a very visual way of showing that you are ‘doing your bit’. Furthermore, M3 Solutions can design a front of house display to truly show off what you are contributing to the environment

Free Solar

If you would like solar but do not want to pay for it, M3 Solutions can install a system completely free of charge.

We will then sell you the energy produced at a discounted rate, please call us to find out more about this option.

Why choose M3 Solutions?

National Reach, Local Touch – M3 Solutions deliver projects all over the UK with specialists covering all areas.

Accountability – Subject to 6 external audits a year and 2 internal audits to maintain compliance with our accreditations and standards, M3 ensure that our promise of performance is maintained.

Professionalism - All projects are completed whilst clients remain in occupation; operating without causing disruption to day to day business.

Green Benefits - Sustainable, energy-saving designs are what M3 do best. Our expert knowledge of technology not only helps save the environment, but also saves you money on energy bills.

Quality – M3 are ISO:9001 quality assured with world class manufacturing partners.

Legal Requirements & Legislation - We take ours and your legal obligations very seriously and have quality procedures in place to ensure all regulatory requirements are met on every project.

M3 Solutions offer in house Design & Build – providing a single point of contact for all of the expertise you will need.

Significant CO2 reductions - For every panel installed, you can eliminate 8KGs of C02 per annum

CALL M3 SOLUTIONS TO DISCUSS YOUR REQUIREMENTS

www.m3-solutions.co.uk

0808 1233 007

FARMA members don’t just... run farm shops, organise farmers’ markets or run home delivery businesses from their farms; they sow, plant, tend and dig up too.

From garlic farmers on the Isle of Wight to strawberry farmers in Edinburgh - you name it one of our members will probably be in a field right now growing it!

The FARMA team has set up a number of benefits to support its members: ● Raising the profile of farm retailing and of our members ● Running and promoting knowledge transfer and training events ● FARMA works on its members’ behalf to lobby the government and local policy makers on key issues and challenges ● The FARMA Awards: showcasing the best shops and markets across the UK

● Member benefits such as merchant services, insurance, trade discounts and market information ● The 2015 FARMA Conference; 23rd 24th and 25th February; 3 days of expert speakers, discussion and support designed to help everyone working in farm retail to build and run a successful business

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If you are looking to set up a new shop, start selling at farmers’ markets or set up a farmer’s market then FARMA is here to help you, for more information contact us on 01638 676747

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WHY BORING ISN’T BORING Geologic Boreholes are a UK based company, drilling boreholes across the nation. They drill and equip both water boreholes for private water supply, and geothermal boreholes for ground source heat pumps, both of which can be used on either a domestic or commercial basis.

The company started out with just one employee and a cable percussion rig, working out of a barn belonging to a local farmer and an office at home. The company has now expanded to enjoy a national presence, with an extremely well respected reputation. Six years on, Geologic’s Head Office just outside of Exeter now employs 14 people and has nine different type of drilling rigs, capable of drilling holes

for a wide variety of applications The drilling of Water Boreholes for private water supply is a major part of their business. The company provides a total solution, from initial survey through to borehole drilling and pump installation, to turning on the tap and drinking your own pure, fresh water. After a full chemical water analysis, Geologic can supply and fit water treatment systems to ensure

“A total solution from initial survey through to turning on the tap and drinking your own pure, fresh water.

compliance with the drinking water regulations.

Drilling for Ground Source Heat Pumps goes to a depth of 80–120 metres as the ground at that depth is always at 11 degrees. The pump works rather like a fridge in reverse, taking the heat from the soil and transferring it to your domestic heating system, increasing the temperature in the process.

Geotechnical and environmental drilling is the other main part of the business and, although relatively quiet over the last few years due to the decrease in construction, Geologic are experiencing a real resurgence.

Engineers need to know what the ground is doing, what it is likely to do in the future and what lies beneath the Earth’s surface.

CONTACT www.geologic.co.uk info@geologicboreholes.co.uk 01404 822032 0845 367 9990

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EMBED - WORLDWIDE SUPPLIER OF REVENUE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS Embed, subsidiary of Helix Leisure, is a leading supplier of debit card systems and management applications for the amusement and leisure industry.

At Embed, we have extensive exposure to retail amusement operations with over 1,100 operating locations around the world. Our global contact with operators is unmatched by any system provider.

At Embed, our focus is on enhancing site revenues through the use of cashless payment systems, value-added packages, and guest loyalty programs.

At the heart of our system lies the cashless payment features that are more commonly known in the industry as a ‘card system’. The Embed System can replace traditional methods of transaction like tokens and coins with a simple card. Guests use a plastic card, similar to a credit card, to make all of their transactions, leading to a much more simplified and enjoyable experience.

Owners benefit from the endless marketing and pricing opportunities that become available, while at the same time contain operating costs and

improve cash control.

Guests can purchase cards from either a staffed point of sale station or a self-service kiosk.

These cards are customized for your location and become a souvenir as well as a constant reminder of the good times had at your location. The cards can be loaded with any amount, encouraging guests to ‘Load & Go’ so they can enjoy all points of fun offered at the location.

To play, the guest swipes their card through the reader attached to each game. The appropriate value is deducted, allowing the game to start. Upon swiping, the remaining card balance is displayed for added convenience.

Guests can reload their play card with additional credit at any sales terminal or kiosk at any time.

CONTACT www.embedcard.com salesUK@embedcard.com 01225 311 323

“Enhancing site revenues through the use of cashless payment systems.”

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IT’S THE WAY TO GO A dry toilet for any situation you can think of, using no water, creating no waste.

Imagine a toilet that has no need for water, sewage systems, miles of plumbing, septic tanks or cess pits and has the freedom to be put anywhere - even places where you couldn’t put a conventional WC! A flight of fancy? No. There is such a product; a dry separating toilet that works using the design of the human body where urine is directed one way and solid material another.

The design is simple, clever and almost foolproof. All the elements required to create excellent compost occur naturally within our bodies. The urine, which is

“There is no smell or waste, just two useful products.”

CONTACT www.eco-toilets.co.uk 01327 844 442

sterile, can be poured onto the compost heap, soaked or drained away.

The aerobic microorganisms break down the solid matter over a period of time within the body of the toilet unit, where the process also destroys harmful pathogens and the anaerobic microorganisms that create the foul odours. There is no smell or waste, just two useful products. If you do not wish to compost, then it’s easy to incinerate. The flame toilet will dispose of all human by-products to a dry fertilised ash. It’s the ideal solution for basements, loft conversions etc.

High technology for modern day living with no water or plumbing required. Composting our human by-products is not alien or distasteful, but sensible, safe, very eco-friendly and the ideal solution for all.

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ULTIMATE BOARDING KENNELS

“We are only satisfied when the customer is completely satisfied.”

The UK’s longest established manufacturer of boarding and outdoor kennel and cattery systems.

Today, Designer Kennels are not only the longest established, but have grown to be the largest kennel manufacturers of outdoor housing for animals in Britain.

Hundreds of our plastic dog kennels, catteries and stables are constantly used across the nation.

Most of our orders come from

previous customers re-ordering or from recommendations; testimony to the quality of our product. Our ongoing mission is to achieve a continuous improvement in quality and service in order to achieve complete customer satisfaction. We are only satisfied when the customer is completely satisfied.

CONTACT www.designer-kennels.com info@designer-kennels.com 01977 685 500

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WASTE MATTERS Most farms are not connected to mains drainage and sewage/wastewater must be treated on site. Septic tanks do not fulfil modern requirements and standard practice now is to install sewage treatment plants.

Many farms are diversifying from traditional sources of revenue and this often involves attracting people to the farm. Caravan sites, paintball centres, quad bikes, mazes, and farm shops all attract people to the farm - and people create waste that must be dealt with. Septic tanks are redundant technology. They provide no treatment of sewage and only pollute the environment.

The modern solution to sewage is to install a sewage treatment plant.

There are many different types of sewage treatment plant, but not all are equal. Sewage treatment plants designed for single domestic houses and public sites create a totally different type of sewage that does not suit most systems.

The key problems with sewage from public sites are as follows: Fluctuations In Use Sewage production varies from week to weekend and season to season. Sewage treatment plants are designed for constant flows.

Concentration Toilet waste is not diluted with water from showers, washing machines, etc.

Non-Degradables Items such as baby wipes, sanitary towels and tampons can cause major problems for some types of sewage treatment plant and repairs can be costly.

“People create waste that must be dealt with.”

WTE manufactures and supplies a range of different sewage treatment plants to suit all applications. For most public use sites, our Falcon® sewage treatment plant is the most suitable system and is available in a range of sizes from 6 to 5,000 people.

CONTACT www.wte-ltd.co.uk sales@wte-ltd.co.uk 01759 369915

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ASHTON SHEPHERD HUTS: BEAUTIFULLY CRAFTED HUTS Find out more about this high quality builder of shepherd huts, built from traditional materials and suitable for domestic and business use.

Based in the north of Wiltshire on the Hannington Manor Estate, we are a small group of dedicated craftsmen, priding ourselves on recreating the traditional shepherd hut with a modern, contemporary twist.

Our huts are very versatile and can be located in many settings, offering year-round use with the fitting of a wood burner, and giving eco-friendly finishes.

Wherever possible, we aim to be environmentally friendly.

We customise each build to suit the customer’s needs and can supply either a finished hut, ready for the customer to furnish, or a completed hut ready to use with all internal bespoke fittings from our optional extras. Details can be found on our website.

There are three sizes to choose from: the Ashton at 7x12’, the Hampton at 7x14’ and the Hannington at 7x16’. Included in the standard package are electrics, lighting, steps, hand-built door and windows, cast wheels, damp proofing, double glazed glass

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panes, full insulation and safety features.

Optional extras include a choice of cladding, wood burning stove, furniture and internal fittings and any additional windows or power circuits. We can even fit our huts to provide a washroom, shower and

toilet for the customer to connect up on site. You choose what you would like and we will design the hut from your requirements.

Customers are welcome to visit us to see our huts and full contact details can be found on our web site at www.ashtonshepherdhuts. co.uk

“Recreating the traditional shepherd hut with a modern, contemporary twist.”

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EVOLUTION RENEWABLE ENERGY SOLUTIONS Evolution is a dedicated Renewable Energy Solution Company that can provide a full Turn Key Service for all your energy needs.

With the growing need to preserve our environment it’s essential that businesses look at their carbon footprint and tackle the demands of their businesses energy needs and consumption.

From the initial survey through to final handover of your new system, we are here to provide expert knowledge and advice and provide you with the best possible solution at a competitive price.

Here at Evolution, we are able to offer our customers a range of renewable energy options to make your business more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Specialising in solar panels and heating systems, our many years in the renewable energy industry have given us a wealth of expertise in the installation of renewable energy systems.

We can offer advice on Solar PV, Solar Thermal, Air & Ground Sourced Heat Pumps, Biomass Boilers, Voltage Optimisation, Energy Monitoring, Rainwater Harvesting, Heat Recovery Systems and Low Energy Lighting.

We are also working closely with Biomass Environmental Solutions Ltd on the supply of sustainable fuel

and can provide you with a Carbon Management plan for your business to aid in the transition to a low carbon future for all.

monitor these aspects very closely.

Rigorous quality control and checking processes ensure we maintain the focus from the smallest component to a large commercial boiler to We work closely with our supply chain ensure the efficiency we offer to our to ensure all products we offer are end-users are replicated throughout carbon neutral and sustainable and the supply chain.

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BIG IDEAS DEMAND BIG SOLUTIONS Play Revolution have developed a brand new concept in outdoor play with the BIG Play range, ideal for adding new drama and adventure to any outdoor space.

Our aim is to create highly visual play pieces for large outdoor spaces such as Farm Parks, Country Estates, Garden Centres, Maize Mazes and many more.

Our range of BIG themed play spaces are designed and built to the highest standards and filled with the most creative forms of outdoor play activities.

The first in the range was the BIG Tractor. It has proved to be a huge success for Gemmell’s Garden Centre in Ayrshire. The owner had wanted to create an outdoor play space that would enhance their offering. Their aim was to generate new customers and increase on-site dwell time. A traditional outdoor

play structure did not offer anything different from others in the area. When presented with the BIG Tractor as a possible option, they knew they had found the perfect solution. The BIG Tractor offered them superb marketing opportunities and so much more than a standard piece of play.

Since installation, the owners have seen a 240% increase in footfall from the corresponding period last year.

If you are interested in seeing the BIG Play range or have any BIG ideas for your business or a BIG space to fill, visit Play Revolution for a visually stunning solution for you.

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BRING YOUR LAND TO LIFE

More farmers than ever are now taking on business diversification to get the best from their land. Whilst there are a whole host of options, did you know that trees can open up a world of opportunity?

In an industry fighting increased competition and new regulations, it’s not surprising that more than half of Britain’s farms have diversified in order to make a sustainable living. Today, camp sites, music festivals and activity centres are recurring features amongst the farming landscape.

Whilst the possibilities are somewhat endless, an excellent array of farming diversification can come from trees.

As the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity, The Woodland Trust has been helping to protect, create and restore

woodland for over 40 years.

During that time, the Trust has worked closely with farmers, landowners and agricultural organisations to provide expert advice on the ways in which trees can help with diversification projects. By planting new trees or helping to restore existing woodland, farmers can develop new business ventures such as game management and cycle hire, both of which are profitable activities. In addition, trees are an excellent tourism lure for those wanting a tranquil escape to a woodland cabin surrounded by forests, nature trails and wildlife.

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Many farmers may look to diversify their land alongside their traditional livelihoods and trees can play a significant role here too by providing effective cover for crops and livestock, contributing to soil management, helping water quality and intercepting emissions.

Woodland can also be a great source of fuel and energy. Wood fuel is a sustainable and green form of heat whilst the inclusion

“Trees are an excellent tourism lure.”

of trees near farm buildings can significantly lower heating costs.

Trees are also a great way to make use of areas that are not suitable for farming; benefitting the surrounding environment and providing a haven for local wildlife.

To find out more about how trees could help to diversify your farm, speak to the Woodland Trust today. t

CONTACT www.woodlandtrust.org.uk plant@woodlandtrust.org.uk 08452 935689

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THE BEST-LOVED FAMILY GLAMPING HOLIDAY The leaders in luxury camping, Feather Down Farm Days, were the first to bring tents to the UK that feature wood burners, flushing loos and proper beds.

Over the past decade, we’ve proudly pioneered a new way to holiday under canvas. Established in The Netherlands in 2004, and in Britain the following year, Feather Down Farm Days is the leading holiday provider of glamping and farm stays, operating over 400 luxury tents on more than 60 farm locations in The UK, Netherlands, France, Germany and the USA. Each location offers an average of 6-7 tents, where customers can choose extra-luxurious ‘Frills’ tents at several sites or opt for the regular luxury tents.

A Unique Chance To Offer Something Special If you’re a farmer and have a working farm (livestock or mixed) in an unspoilt rural location and enjoy sharing your knowledge of the farm with other people, then joining Feather Down could give you an excellent opportunity

for diversification which blends in well with your current farm activities.

The Feather Down Farms are unique in what they offer; a seasonal stay at your farm. Our target audience are mostly young families from city areas, interested in reconnecting with nature and passing on their values of sustainable life to their kids.

The Feather Down Farms are known for their high quality small scale recreational value on active working farms. The Feather Down Farms are not big bio-industrial farms and preferably have mixed operations, both arable and livestock.

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CONTACT www.featherdown.co.uk info@featherdown.co.uk 0044 – 1420 80804

COMPUTERISED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS AID FORWARD-THINKING LAND AND ESTATE MANAGEMENT In 2014, Landmark’s UK client base consists of over 2,000 sites on farms - a large proportion of which have diversified - estates and property companies, both on and off farm.

The intuitive KEYPrime software brands provide a powerful accounting tool for recording, analysis, budgeting and reporting. For those with residential / commercial property, the KEYPrime Property program can be linked to KEYPrime Accounts for far-reaching data recording and analysis.

“Development and support are as important as the core service of supplying our clients with the right software.”

Nigel Parsons, MD and founder of Landmark, says “We aim to provide flexibility whilst retaining the ease of use which our established KEY brand has at its core. Off the shelf

packages don’t really fit those contrasting requirements. It is extremely important for our clients, whatever their size, not to have a system that encourages duplication and double entry.

“Integrating the finance package with other office and management programs such as Gatekeeper, enables the forwardthinking farmer to completely transform their operational model. Automated stock control, real time GPS agronomy data and fully digitised maps linking seamlessly provides a detailed picture of overall efficiency.”

Consultancy, set up and training are part of the high service offering, with dedicated support helplines contributing to the Landmark experience. As Nigel explains, “Development and support are as important as the core service of supplying our clients with the right software; we only recommend a program when we have a clear idea of how it will fit into a business, who will be using it and which management tasks are expected of it”.

CONTACT www.landmarksystems.co.uk info@landmarksystems.co.uk 01798 877100

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DO SOLAR THE RIGHT WAY DEVON FARMER SHEDS LIGHT ON DIVERSIFYING INTO SOLAR POWER SUCESSFULLY

Mr Churchill shares his experience with us so that other land owners can benefit from the valuable lessons he learned. He explains exactly how to ensure you get the best offer for your land and what to look for in a responsible solar developer.

Firstly, we asked Mr Churchill what made him opt for installing a solar farm rather than other renewable energy technologies. He tells us, “It’s environmentally friendly and it suits the farm industry very much because it gives a secure regular income. That’s very important to me and to other farmers as the industry is struggling at the moment to make ends meet.

It’s a lifeline.”

“Then with solar panels you can run sheep, as I do. It’s very quiet, you don’t know it’s there, and it’s generating power for the local community. People don’t realise that these solar farms they put in here, they’re generating energy for people in the area. A lot of people think, “Oh, they’re generating power and it’s going up the country”, but it’s not. It keeps local businesses going, and keeps our homes powered. And it’s clean energy and it’s lowering our carbon footprint.”

alongside Mother Nature.

most experience

Lightsource Renewable Energy has leapt to the forefront of solar farm development because they have their funding secured. This means that contractual negotiations can be swift and quarterly rental payments can begin immediately. This has allowed Lightsource to become the largest operator of solar farms in the United Kingdom, managing over 4000 acres of farmland that has been diversified with solar power.

implemented according to the stocking density requirements. We asked Mr Churchill if biodiversity had improved at Newlands Farm since the solar panels went in: “Yes, they’ve put in lots of hedges to hide it all away, “Another thing you need to ask about is which is brilliant, and the people [Lightsource] planning. The developer should tell you their who came in to do it were very good. I’ve got process in obtaining planning permission. hollies, beeches, and some hawthorn. That Make sure you ask them how many planning was done straight after and is growing nicely.” applications they have made and how many were successful. This will give you an idea of “I’ve got wild bees under the panels, this past year we’ve had masses of butterflies I haven’t how the planning will go.” seen for years, ladybirds, grasshoppers, lots It is important for farmers to ask plenty of of insects all coming back and enjoying the questions and to learn about the track record shelter. And the birds love it! The birds are of any developer they’re considering entering absolutely enjoying it because it’s a place into an agreement with. One of the best ways where they can live and be happy and there’s to ensure success is for farmers to go directly lots of food! to a reputable company that have built many sites before in the UK and are able to manage “The solar farm supports wildlife because it the whole process from initial meeting with can work alongside Mother Nature. Plants the land owners to reinstating the site back and animals can live peacefully underneath to its original condition in 25-30 years’ time. it and you can run stock under it… which is great. As I said, the solar farm has worked with Mr Churchill highlights the importance of land the community very well, and the wildlife.” use and making the best use of the solar farm.

A typical solar farm only takes up 30 per cent Mr Churchill finishes by offering these two of the leased area, leaving the rest of the land tips to any farmer who is considering leasing open for various types of diversification. This out land to a solar farm developer, “I would includes the grazing of small livestock such as advise farmers to research solar companies sheep or chickens, along with a number of that operate solar farms locally and regionally. other practices. Fortunately, there is now best You should request to view their projects and practice guidance issued by the National Solar speak with some of their clients. You can then Centre to ensure responsible and sustainable get a feel for which company has the most land management practices are carried out on experience and can make you the best offer. land that has been allocated to solar farming. This is a long term agreement, you need to be sure the company operating and looking after the solar farm is going to be around for at least 25 years.”

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evonshire farmer Mr Gilbert Churchill, of Newlands Farm in Axminster, has nothing but praise for the large scale solar farm that has now diversified the income of his farm.

Mr Churchill continues, “You need to find out at the start where the money or investment is coming from and who is going to own and operate the solar farm for its lifetime. This will determine how many companies are in the contractual chain and how quickly your solar farm can be developed. The lesser number of people involved, the better for you and the quicker the solar farm will be done.”

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Lightsource works closely with the land owner early on in the process, agreeing a land management plan with them to put the land to best use. For example, biodiversity enhancements like sowing wildflower seeds around the field boundaries can be

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GROW YOUR BUSINESS WITH A STRONG BRAND A modern business needs to make a connection with a customer from their very first point of contact. Having a strong brand that works for you no matter where people see it is key.

Starting something new is tough; it will ask you to sacrifice more than just your time; more than just your budget; it will take a piece of you. That’s why it’s so important to have something amazing to show off at the end for all that effort and hard work.

Finding a partner that can help you along your journey makes it that little bit easier, especially if you can find one that has as much passion for your business as you do. With a great portfolio and clear working practice, our team has all the right skills needed to take your idea and turn it into a reality.

Our logical approach makes the task of branding your company or idea an enjoyable, fulfilling experience by asking some simple and some notso-simple questions to get to know your business, competitors and target market. From there, we work our magic to produce concepts and possible routes for you - as the client - to consider.

But we don’t stop there; we’ll then deliver a brand package that is custom designed to your needs, that could include packaging, labels, website, mobile app, game, interactive 3D - but above all - only what is right for you and your business.

Our passion for branding and new technologies means we are at the forefront of new marketing strategies, as well as making the most out of the traditional methods.

If you have a new business idea or want to develop what you have already, you’ll find working with us not only a worthwhile process, but also a pain-free and enjoyable one.

CONTACT

“It’s so important to have something amazing to show off at the end for all that effort and hard work.”

www.sugarcs.com info@sugarcs.com 02920006776

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Diversify into that corner of a field and increase your yield Come and see our

Safari Tent on stand F740

Ready to go from only

£5995 & earn up to £150 or more per night

+ VAT

You only have to look at the widespread coverage of ‘Glamping’ to see that there’s a growing trend for different, more luxurious ways to enjoy an outdoor holiday experience and we are here to help farmers and land owners capitalise on this opportunity. With set up costs as low as £5995 for the safari tent, base and internal fittings and furnishings, and a rental income of around a £150 a night, it is easy to see that safari tents offer an excellent return on investment.

Clear Sky supply the very highest quality safari and bell tents at the lowest possible costs and we also run our own glamping business. This makes us the ideal team to advise you on any aspect of setting up a glamping business, so come and see us and our safari tent at stand F740.

www.safaritents.net

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OUTDOOR PIG FARMING GIVES WAY TO OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES John Knowles set up a 30 sow outdoor pig unit in 1987 on Beachy Head. After 20 years with a peak annual production of 43,000 pigs p/a he decided that mobile outdoor activities may be a fun option!

In 1987, outdoor pigs appeared to be one of the few ways into farming. With not a great deal of capital required and with a strong work ethic, an equally strong set of limbs and an innovative mind, perhaps great things could be achieved.

Small successes led to a move to Norfolk to more appropriate pig pastures. Numbers grew, as did ambitions. Finding better ways of doing things through mechanisation and innovative systems reduced input costs to meet tightening pig prices and volatile feed costs.

Attempts to reduce fixed costs per With the hurricane in the autumn pig led to growth and expansion. of the first year, when Sevenoaks was no long, came a wet and A combination of vote-catching ‘UK challenging winter in the less leading Europe on animal welfare than ideal location of the Sussex regulations’, Tony Blair, labelling Downs. Initially, survival was the laws, GM, a leap in the price of key issue as lessons were learnt. corn, foot and mouth and then

foot and mouth again and maybe most importantly a bank manager insisting that this volatile business/ industry was a ridiculous place to store hard earned money led to a complete change of direction.

In 2007, after 20 years, the pig business was sold and with some of the capital, a mobile climbing wall business was bought. John had got himself qualified to instruct rock climbing, canoeing, sailing, mountaineering and kayaking as well as gaining a Cert. Ed in F.E., so a qualified teacher.

Seven years later, Highline Adventure is one of the leading Outdoor Activity providers in the UK, with 7 vehicles, 25 activity units such as skate parks, climbing walls, boulder walls, spider mountain, Segways, canoeing, archery, fencing, team building and many more. The business caters to many different markets such as corporate development, entertainment and education for any organisations from schools, colleges and universities to scout and guide groups, councils, promotional events and shows, providing dynamic and exciting activities that give a focal point to the event.

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YOUR FARM, YOUR STORY, LET’S TELL THE WORLD Your diversification scheme is a great story and one that needs to be told. Let’s tell your potential customers about your great story.

You’ve invested time, money and effort into your idea, convinced others that it will work and now it’s time to make sure you tell customers about it and your idea can start paying you back. I’m Mrs Davies, together we can create a PR plan for your story.

Do you want to get your story out there to the right customers, in the right magazines, newspapers and trade news? I can lead you through every step of the way; let’s sit down with a cup of tea and put a plan of action together. The results? You raise your profile, gain trust and confidence of customers as well as your potential customers and build the reputation of your great idea.

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Diversifying is an exciting time but it can also be daunting with lots of new stuff to learn that you never had to bother with before. So if you’re looking to work with someone who can help you through the process of putting together the right message to tell the right customers give me a call or email at mrsd@ mrsdaviesmarketingcompany.co.uk I’m married to a farmer and love the countryside, let’s celebrate the great stories out there from farming families all over Great Britain. I Look forward to seeing you at the show and hearing all about your story, Mrs D.

FARM BUSINESS INNOVATION NOVEMBER 2014

CONTACT www.mrsdaviesmarketingcompany.co.uk mrsd@mrsdaviesmarketingcompany.co.uk 077214 93901

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FARM BREWING: OPPORTUNITIES FOR DIVERSIFICATION Gain extra revenue with a microbrewery on your premises. Brewlab offers training and consultancy to start and support your brewing enterprise.

Brewing is a natural addition to farming activities. It uses farm crops of malt and hops, produces a high value product for local sales and generates by-products to recycle to land and cattle. Moreover, brewing developments have strong grant funding potential, provide regular employment and generate local support to broaden your income.

Brewlab provides dedicated training and support for your development from initial planning to quality assurance. We have

over 25 years of experience in the brewing industry having trained owners and staff of hundreds of successful start-up breweries in the UK and overseas.

Our courses cover exactly what you need to know about the brewing process - design and layout, finance, recipes, quality assessment and marketing. We cover all brewing styles and include practical experience as a key part of our major programmes to develop your skills and understanding.

Working collaboratively with expertise from Brewery Consultancy Services, we assist your planning for installation into existing or new premises and advise on choice of equipment for suitable levels of production. We also provide instruction into cider and wine making to further broaden your product range.

Our staff have direct experience of the brewing industry having worked in small and large scale production and are accredited by the Institute of Brewing and

Distilling. Brewlab courses are accredited by the Open College Network providing certification giving valuable support to your business plan and reputation.

Once established we provide support for your quality assurance with laboratory analysis, development advice and product development. Ask for a free assessment of your farm for its brewing potential.

We will be pleased to assist.

CONTACT www.brewlab.co.uk keith@brewlab.co.uk 0191 549 9450

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SOLAR FARMING MADE EASY BELECTRIC is the world market leader in the development, construction and operation of the highest efficiency and most reliable solar farms and solar photovoltaic rooftop installations.

Our UK team is based in Buckinghamshire with the capability to deliver a full turnkey solar development and construction process. Our objective is to offer a single point of contact with whom you can build a strong and lasting relationship. Come and see us on stand F622 so we can show you our new exciting Big60Million community benefit initiative and discuss any ideas you may have for projects, and also to explain some of the key elements

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which we feel differentiate us within the market.

We have the ability to construct solar farm projects in-house without needing to rely on third parties as well as the experience of working with the requirements of single farm payments and agricultural stewardship.

BELECTRIC is committed to best practice operational maintenance services throughout the lease period.

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Our extensive in-house research and development capabilities ensure our design and technology will always remain at the forefront of innovation, while our in-house construction teams can guarantee that our projects are installed to the highest possible quality and within the necessary timeframes.

Our comprehensive package of biodiversity measures have been designed to bring net-gain to sites, including the installation

of beehives and planting of wild flowers. We are committed to undertaking extensive community engagement as part of the project development process, indeed our Big60Million initiative could be your perfect community investment funding partner.

CONTACT www.belectric.co.uk info@belectric.co.uk 01895 452 640

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RAISING THE BAR ON CONTAINERISED DWELLINGS Introducing G-pod … the exciting new benchmark in expandable, globally transportable, architecturally designed, environmentally sustainable structures.

G-pod is the ultimate solution to living and work accommodation in remote or sensitive environments, as well as urban, sub-urban and rural areas. G-pods are uniquely expandable - increasing the floor size of a 20 ft container by 75% they are strong and comfortable, require low maintenance and provide quality internal and external spaces for a multitude of applications.

G-pod’s ‘containerisation’ format means that existing global and local transport systems are already set up to handle distribution of G-pods. Wherever you can transport and position a shipping container, you can site a G-pod. Once G-pod reaches its

destination, innovative pull-out systems create an additional 75% floor space over a traditional shipping container.

The G-pod is double-glazed and includes reverse cycle air conditioning for a multitude of climates and conditions.

Designed to the highest sustainability specifications to incorporate recycled steel, bamboo materials sourced from sustainable forests, a water system that incorporates rainwater catchment and atmospheric condensation G-pod’s use the latest in LED lighting. Power can be off grid… an optional extra is solar panels that, when fully charged, can last for three days without sunlight.

Other features include a small back-up generator and easy connection to the grid, if available.

G-pods are sustainably innovative.

There is an option for a composting toilet; a 3 KW roof-mounted solar system with integrated battery storage plus water collection and filtration. G-pod uses low-power appliances but is also wired for full mains power.

G-pod has been engineered to be installed and operational – on a prepared site - on the same day and is designed by award-winning Australian architect Dan Sparks. It is manufactured and distributed by G-pod International based in Hong Kong.

For more information go to www.g-pod.com/contactus or see us at the show!

CONTACT www.g-pod.com brendon.guildford@g-pod.com +66996024

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YOUR PARTNER IN PACKAGING KBW Packaging Ltd is a UK manufacturer originally established in 2001, now with over 750 installations across the globe to their name.

KBW Packaging is a leading authority in the manufacture and supply of high quality and reliable liquid filling, tablet counting, capping and labelling machinery.

Based in Aldershot, KBW Packaging has set an extremely high standard in the industry and aims to continue to operate at this level. Over the years, KBW has assembled a team of highly skilled and knowledgeable staff that are fully committed to delivering solutions to all clients’ needs.

KBW understands the importance of constant support, especially aftersales,and offers a plethora of faultless services to ensure that all customers purchase the equipment that meets their specific needs and, furthermore, optimises their business. Trevor Banks, Managing Director, says “As a company based in the UK, we are able to provide a quality service on a personal level. We have a wealth of over 30 years’ experience and are able to offer the complete package for all requirements, from initial enquiry to aftersales.”

KBW has developed a range from

benchtop semi-automatic liquid-filling machines, and budget to automatic inline machines, along with tablet counting and capping machines, as well as supplying Vling machines.

Regarding the future of the company, Trevor says: “As with all companies, we wish to expand, which will inevitably mean growing our client base in the UK and globally. We also want to develop our current products, as well as designing and manufacturing newer ranges.”

“We are always open to customer suggestions as we believe they go a long way when developing products, as it is our customers that will be the end-users.”

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CONTACT www.kbw-packaging.com Trevor.banks@kbw-packaging.com 01252 322220

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ALLOCATE BOOKING SYSTEM “Allocate improves your customer service, bookings are quick to make and the process is streamlined and intuitive.”

CONTACT

www.allocate.co.uk allocate@airspace.co.uk 01634 323648

Allocate is an online booking system used by B&Bs, holiday homes and campsites, making it simpler for your customers to make a booking - and making your life easier.

Allocate improves your customer service, bookings are quick to make and the process is streamlined and intuitive.

You have the option to take a deposit, full payment, no payment or to secure the booking with a card’s details.

to arrive; this reduces the likelihood of customers contacting you to confirm their holiday or short break details.

Summary emails list guest arrivals, departures and the numbers of each extra that the arriving guests have booked. Statistics can be viewed As well as booking a room, online and can be received in a cottage or pitch, you can include summary email showing booking extras like breakfast or food volumes and values. hampers. Special offers can be sold that encourage more Allocate uses widgets that are targeted sales or boost business self-contained lines of code that during off-peak periods. You can sit within your website. The view and manage your bookings widgets are responsive so that they and settings from any internet automatically adjust for viewing connected device. on a tablet or mobile. They have optional parameters that let you set Guests receive a booking different styles and orders for the confirmation email and you flow of the booking to suit the way receive a copy as property you sell. Where there are multiple owner. Additional reminder sites or properties, a ‘cross-property’ emails can be sent any number widget lets the customer check for of days before the guest is due availability across all of them.

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COUNTRYWIDE TELECOMS HELPS WITH RURAL BROADBAND Does your rural business suffer with slow or no broadband? Is your business becoming affected by this? We finally have a solution.

Countrywide Telecoms was set up in January 2013 with the purpose of helping businesses with slow or no broadband anywhere in the UK.

their out-buildings being converted into business premises generating a steady and healthy income.

In just nine months, Countrywide Telecoms secured contracts with some of the biggest construction companies in the UK, providing all of their sites with super-fast broadband.

The system we fit works by using signals from the mobile networks through a very clever box, that we call the Office In A Box, and a very powerful antenna that we fit for you.

Countrywide Telecoms has also enjoyed fantastic success within the farming community as well, by helping them to get super-fast broadband not only to the farm office but also to the out-buildings. This resulted in

The broadband is also very fast dependent on your location but most deployments enjoy speeds of around 10mbps and some are even getting 100mbps. That’s faster than most fibre networks.

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So How Good Is It?

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So how does this work? Simply speak to one of the friendly staff at Countrywide Telecoms, give them your postcode and they will then check to make sure the service will work well in your location. You can then arrange a time and date for one of the installers to visit you and fit the unit. Most installations take no more than two hours.

So to turn your broadband ‘notspot’ into a ‘hotspot’ and call Countrywide Telecoms today.

CONTACT www.countrywidetelecoms. co.uk 01483 361112

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CONTACT www.leisurelife.co/ info@leisurelife.co 07939 685805

SOLE DISTRIBUTOR OF THE KANGAROO JUMPER The latest addition to our product range for the United Kingdom and Ireland is the innovative and unique Kangaroo Jumper.

As sole distributors of the Kangaroo Jumper in Ireland and the United Kingdom, we are able to offer a product that has become a huge success in America, Australia and New Zealand. Over 3,500 installations have been achieved across the USA alone and the demand increases year-on-year.

The Kangaroo Jumper comes with a 3 or 5-year warranty and can be self-installed, assisted installation or full service installation. The kangaroo Jumper can be installed indoors or outdoors, on almost

any level ground and a typical installation takes between one and two days.

Our exclusive ultimate jumper material is imported due to the fact that there is no better material anywhere in the world.

The Kangaroo Jumper ultimate material has been specially formulated to resist the sun’s harsh UV rays which can destroy lesser materials. Our ultimate material has been specifically designed for use in inflatable trampolines. This is why we are the only company who offer a 5-year warranty on

your investment. Our ultimate material and unmatched warranty place us at the leading edge of the industry.

The Kangaroo Jumper comes complete with permanent safety markings and the potential for client specific branding and the running cost at just £1.00 / day means a quicker return on investment. In addition, we offer an opportunity for our clients to maximise the return on investment by supplying Branded Non Slip Jumping Socks for resale to your clients.

“A product that has become a huge success in America, Australia and New Zealand.”

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SOWING THE SEEDS FOR SUCCESS WITH A NEW WEB ADDRESS With over 300,000 farms currently operating in the UK, how can you ensure your business stands out from the crowd?

Today, the seeds for commercial success are sowed online, with thesearchguru.com revealing that “More customers than ever are using the web to find businesses and, importantly… online searches are more likely to convert to sales.”

With over six billion Google searches now conducted each day and Search Engine Journal reporting that more than 75% of searchers never make it past the initial results page, it’s imperative for business owners to acquire and optimise their web presence in order to achieve commercial recognition and success.

Fortunately for innovative farm business owners, the recent launch of hundreds of new domain endings – including .farm, .land, and .camp (instead

of .com or .co.uk) – means it’s finally possible to acquire a short, specific, memorable, and professional web presence which clearly signposts your identity from start to finish. Now’s the time to consider an address that matches your business name in addition to valuable generic terms (think www.british.farm) for your main site, side business, or even a promotional campaign.

Still not convinced that a new web address can help your business flourish? Common sense dictates that a concise, innovative, and relevant domain name is more appealing than a long, outdated, and easily forgettable one – but did you also know that it can help boost your SEO ranking?

Two independent studies (Searchmetrics and Total Websites) have recently demonstrated that

new domain endings not only appeal to potential customers but also to search engines.

CONTACT www.donuts.co amy@donuts.co 07538397158

So don’t be left out to pasture – reap the rewards of a .farm, .land, or .camp web address today.

“Now’s the time to consider an address that matches your business name.”

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WHATEVER YOU’RE STARTING UP, START WITH MEMBERSHIP OF THE CLA.

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From camping and clay shooting to horses and horticulture – no matter what kind of start-up or diversification you’re considering you’ll want to start with the CLA. Talk to us and you’ll gain free, practical and, most importantly, unbiased professional advice from the leading authority on rural diversification and land-related business.

Join the CLA, or take full advantage of your existing membership, by visiting us at the Farm Business Innovation Show on stand F524 and get your FREE CLA diversification checklist.

www.cla.org.uk/diversification

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