Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Network for Retail & Leisure Property Professionals
Established in 1985, the Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society (RLAS) serves as a vital network for commercial property professionals across the UK. Our members specialise in retail and leisure property transactions, including lettings, sales, acquisitions, valuations, and lease renewals. We facilitate knowledge-sharing, professional development, and networking through regular events and industry partnerships.Governed by a volunteer committee, we maintain a non-profit ethos, reinvesting resources into member benefits and charitable causes. Our collaboration with Insight Technology enhances our members' access to innovative marketing tools. With a legacy of over 35 years, we continue to adapt to industry changes while preserving our core mission of fostering professional relationships and expertise.
Services
Networking Events
CPD Training
Property Valuations
Lease Renewals
Market Insights
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Established in 1985 with decades of industry expertise
- UK-wide network of specialist retail & leisure agents
- CPD-accredited professional development opportunities
- Non-profit structure prioritising member value
- Industry partnerships enhancing marketing capabilities
Services
Networking Events
We organise regular social and educational gatherings for retail and leisure property professionals. These events facilitate relationship-building, knowledge exchange, and business opportunities across the UK commercial property sector. Our Thirsty Thursday networking drinks and online webinars cater to diverse member needs.
CPD Training
Our accredited training sessions cover critical topics in retail and leisure property management. Delivered through webinars and in-person events, these programmes help members maintain professional standards while staying updated on industry regulations and market trends.
Market Insights
We provide members with access to specialist knowledge about high street, shopping centre, and leisure property markets. Our platform enables sharing of practical experience regarding valuations, rent reviews, and lease negotiations across various property types nationwide.
People
Henry Foreman
Chair
Chair of RLAS and property adviser at FMX Urban Property Advisers with extensive experience in retail and leisure property transactions across the UK.
George Cook
Treasurer
Treasurer managing RLAS finances, bringing expertise from Ereira Mendoza & Co to ensure responsible financial stewardship for the society's non-profit operations.
Louise Oliver
Events Coordinator
Events and administration lead coordinating RLAS activities, managing member communications, and organising networking events to support professional development across the UK.
Questions
What membership benefits does RLAS offer?
Access to networking events, CPD-accredited training, industry insights, and marketing platform partnerships specifically tailored for retail and leisure property professionals.
What types of events do you organise?
We host Thirsty Thursday networking drinks in Central London, online webinars on property law updates, and various CPD-accredited professional development events throughout the year.
Is RLAS a non-profit organisation?
Yes, we operate as a non-profit society with all funds reinvested into member benefits, educational programmes, and charitable causes selected by our committee.
