Craig carries out a range agricultural and rural planning applications predominately working in and around the Peak District National Park. With over 10 years experience in the sector, a strong knowledge of agricultural and rural business and a successful track record, Craig ensures the clients projects have the best chance of success through the planning system.
In addition, Craig also provides advice in relation to farm payment and environmental schemes.
Craig has a keen interest in sustainable agriculture systems, renewable energy and rural business development and also runs his own livestock farm and farm diversification business just outside of Ashbourne. A qualified Chartered Surveyor, Craig originally graduated from Harper Adams University College in July 2007 having gained a BSc (Hons) Rural Enterprise and Land Management.
General running of the market office, market accounts, dealing with all accounts queries and enquiries.
Outside of work enjoys horses, in particular harness racing and dogs.
As the fourth generation on her family’s cattle farm in Derbyshire, Trudie graduated from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 2008 with a BSc (Hons) degree in Countryside Management.
Trudie then worked for the Peak District National Park Authority as a farm adviser until her move to Bagshaws in 2015.
She now specialises in Countryside Stewardship schemes, the Basic Payment scheme, grant applications and Cross Compliance.
Paula is a part time member of our team and is based in our Bakewell Office four days a week. She is responsible for the secretarial admin for property and professional services.
Outside of work Paula enjoys walking, baking and spending time with her family.
Philip has completed a full circle by returning to Bagshaws in August 2018 as he started his career with us back in 1980.
Since that time, Philip has worked for a number of other Chartered Surveyors including Eaton Hollis, Lacy Scott and Frank R Marshalls in offices throughout East Yorkshire, Cheshire and Norfolk / Suffolk.
Outside of work Philip’s hobbies include football [watching these days ], squash and walking.
Dianne joined the Planning Department at our Ashbourne office in Sept 2016. She has over 20 years experience in preparing, submitting and dealing with planning applications in the agricultural, equestrian and industrial building sector.
Dianne grew up on a dairy farm in Derbyshire and enjoys spending her free time playing hockey, watching football and spending time with family and friends.
Philip gained his degree in Gloucestershire and later qualified as a Chartered Surveyor. Having worked for five years with a national firm, being based in Staffordshire, Philip joined Bagshaws in 2010, became an Associate Partner in July 2019 and a Partner in April 2022. He is a RICS Registered Valuer and associate member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
Philip’s current role includes advising upon some of the more complex agricultural landlord and tenant work, undertaking valuations for a range of purposes, utility and compensation issues, rural property sales and management, solar and battery sites, some development work together with certain forestry and sporting matters.
Oliver joined Bagshaws is 2006 and is now the Market Manager at Bakewell Market. Every Monday he sells the Prime Cattle as well as the Barren Cows.
He started his career at Wright Manley in Cheshire working firstly at Crewe, and then later at Beeston market In the pedigree dairy cattle department. After leaving Wright Manley, Oliver spent a short time at Pedigree Dairy Specialists Norton and Brooksbank in Gloucesteshire before joining Bagshaws.
Away from work, Oliver enjoys playing golf and has two children, James (2015) and Charlotte (2017).
Hannah has been involved in the agricultural industry for many years. She previously worked as a Store Manager for a local agricultural supplies store, where she gained qualifications as an animal health advisor.
Outside of work, Hannah breeds Pedigree Welsh ponies and cobs and Blonde d’Aquitaine cattle.
Hollie joined Bagshaws in 2018 as part of the Property and Professional team, initially working as an Administrator and Sales Negotiator. Over time, she became increasingly involved in supporting the Marketing Manager with design and advertising, gradually transitioning into a more creative role.
In 2022, Hollie was appointed Marketing and Design Manager for Bagshaws. She now oversees all aspects of the company’s marketing, including social media, printed literature, advertising campaigns, and website management. She also provides design support across the wider Bagshaws team.
Outside of work, Hollie is kept busy with her two young children. When she finds the time, she enjoys training for triathlons, running her own illustration business, and lending a hand on her family’s farm.
Emma joined Bagshaws in April 2018 and is responsible for a variety of livestock reports/advertising.
In her spare time Emma enjoys working on the family farm, horse riding and making silver jewellery.
Jo commenced in her post as Practice Manager in 2016 and is involved in all aspects of business management and company administration. Jo oversees HR, health and safety, compliance, regulation, insurance and management of company contracts.
Prior to joining Bagshaws; Jo studied at the University of Leeds and worked in the pharmaceutical industry for many years, before spending time in a management role for the NHS.
