One of the most highly respected Chartered Surveyors in the North of England, Tim Sedgewick, has been appointed as the new Managing Director for leading independent land and property agency - H&H Land & Estates.

H&H Group is delighted to announce that Tim Sedgewick has been appointed as the new Managing Director of H&H Land & Estates, effective 1^st November 2024. A senior director of the land agency and property business, Tim takes up the mantle from Mark Johnson, who moves to the newly created role of Group Chief Operating Officer.

With offices in Carlisle, Durham, Northallerton, Hexham, Kendal, Staveley and Penrith, H&H Land & Estates are one of the North's leading Chartered Surveyors, Estate and Letting Agents, and Valuers. Providing a broad range of professional farm and land management services to their clients, the company also delivers the comprehensive expertise of a dedicated environment and forestry team with in-house ecologists and arboriculturists to meet the demands of changing policy and emerging opportunities.

This is a key appointment for the business, as it adapts and grows to address and meet the opportunities and challenges of change, says Group CEO, Richard Rankin:

"Tim has been a pivotal member of our leadership team, bringing over a decade of expertise in rural estate management, development, and land agency. He has consistently demonstrated an ability to navigate complex land transactions and provide strategic advice across a wide range of sectors, including property, renewable energy, and development land.

"Among his many strengths, his relationship-building skills ensure the best outcomes for both clients and colleagues, and his in-depth knowledge of the land and property sector, combined with his hands-on approach, has made him a trusted advisor and leader within H&H Land & Estates. Tim will play a huge part in our ongoing development of the business and the Group, and his wide-ranging experience and commitment to high standards will be invaluable as we continue to adapt to the evolving needs of our clients and the economy."

Tim, his wife Jessica, and their two young sons live on the family farm near Newton Aycliffe in County Durham.  He is a partner in the family business, and he has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that face the families and businesses H&H Land & Estates serves. Tim's ability to combine personal experience with professional insight allows him to bring a unique perspective to his role, particularly in matters concerning property and rural matters.

 Reflecting on his new appointment, Tim said: "I am incredibly excited and honoured to step into the role of Managing Director at H&H Land & Estates. This is a time of great opportunity, and the company has an outstanding team, so I am looking forward to continuing our efforts together as we build on our strong reputation and deliver outstanding results for our clients. I am committed to a people-centred approach while also exploring new prospects to grow and innovate in an ever-changing property landscape.

"I also look forward to working with our senior management team, and in particular alongside my colleague Mark Barrow who heads up the south lakes team, to enhance and increase the growth the business has seen in recent years."

"I am committed to a people-centred approach while also exploring new prospects to grow and innovate in an ever-changing property landscape.

Tim is a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) and a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (FAAV). He also holds a degree in Business Management and Marketing from Harper Adams University, along with a Postgraduate Diploma in Rural Estate & Land Management. He was the national winner of the Talbot Ponsonby prize in 2017 for the highest score in the CAAV examinations, which has not been beaten to this day.