Business Directory

From forestry to food production, the UK and Ireland’s land-based industries are home to hundreds of different jobs and careers. And we should know – we’ve been helping to develop their workforce for over 40 years now. Lantra are the Sector Skills Council for Land based. We work closely with industry bodies, employers, governments and educators to provide quality training, career guidance and partnership opportunities, giving employers and learners the skills they need to work safely and productively, while getting ready to meet the challenges of the future. As a registered charity, we put the needs of learners and employers before profit. We have dedicated teams in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, all providing expert local guidance backed by years of industry experience, and who flex to suit the needs of the devolved nations. There is often overlap in what we do, and as you might expect, we regularly share ideas and best practice. In Scotland, our focus is promoting the sector as an attractive and rewarding place to work, supporting the development of a skilled and diverse workforce, and working to ensure that policy and practice meet the needs of the sector. We have an experienced and broad-based board (including one of our Industry Champions!), who all help to ensure our work stays focussed – helping our sector to meet its skills needs. We are always looking for new partners to engage with, so please do get in touch if you would like to support our careers work, or if you would like to find out more about training options that might suit your business.

Ledingham Chalmers LLP is a Scottish law firm and with offices in Aberdeen, Inverness, Edinburgh and Stirling, and is one of the largest full service firms in Scotland. Our Agriculture, Forestry and Estates practice handles the acquisition, disposal and leasing of farms, estates, woodlands, sporting interests and other rural property. We provide specialist advice on all aspects of the Agricultural Holdings and crofting legislation. We also advise on the structuring of farm and estate businesses, succession and partnership planning.

Levy & McRae are one of the leading litigation firms in Scotland. They act for many SLE members and are standing representatives to many of the sporting associations and bodies throughout the UK. They specialise in advising landowners, factors and gamekeepers on all aspects of countryside pursuits and have advised many hundreds of landowners on the implications of vicarious liability since its introduction 4 years ago. David McKie is the point of contact for advice on all aspects of members’ concerns.

Leys Estate is the historical home of the Burnett family and has been in the ownership of the family since 1323. Situated to the north-east of Banchory, nestled between the River Dee and the southern slopes of the Hill of Fayre, it is a diverse, modern estate stretching to around 7,000 acres of mixed-use land, forestry, sporting activities, residential and commercial property. Passionate about the local community, the estate also provides a diverse range of land and buildings supporting more than 90 local businesses, community enterprises and charitable organisations.

Leyshon WS is a legal practice based in Kelso and Peebles in the Scottish Borders. We provide expert legal advice on all aspects of Land Ownership, Agricultural Law and Property Law throughout Scotland including house purchases and sales in town and rural locations.

Join over 110 properties who are working with LHH Scotland. Many of our owners achieve more than 30 holiday home bookings a year. We Let properties from Orkney & Shetlands to Scottish Borders and everywhere in between.

The rural services team advises on a full range of rural and agricultural issues. With an understanding of the realities of modern country life and an appreciation of history and stewardship, the team ensures that rural businesses and those with a vested interest in the Scottish countryside are prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st Century. They provide guidance to a wide range of clients, including the owners of large landed estates, farmers, renewable energy developers, statutory corporations, charities, clan chiefs and private individuals. Lindsays, Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8HE

We are architects working across Scotland in various rural locations. Our clients range from individual property owners to owners of land and estates. We offer design services through various typologies ie domestic (one off houses and housing), commercial (distilleries, visitor centres, education), masterplanning estates for varying use. We have developed an expertise in obtaining relevant approvals in relation to different locations and projects and seek to expand our network throughout Scotland.

Lochter Activity Centre is a fantastic one stop facility for corporate & family activities. A 1.2 Kilometre tarmac karting track with 60kph Sodi karts is a real adrenalin rush. Other activities include Clay pigeon shooting, Archery, Fishing, Segway, Target Golf, Rifle shooting, Digger driving, Climbing wall & zip line, Water & body zorbing etc etc We also have a Wedding court venue, restaurant & meeting rooms. Our award winning chef Bruce Harper is always on hand to create a wonderful tasty menu of your choice.