Business Details
Your Voice for Rural England and Wales
Established to represent the interests of rural landowners and businesses across England and Wales, we provide expert advisory services, policy advocacy, and tailored guidance to support sustainable rural enterprises. Our team of regional and national advisers offers impartial expertise on landownership, agricultural transitions, and inheritance tax planning, ensuring members navigate complex regulatory landscapes effectively. Through exclusive events, publications, and partnerships, we connect members with industry leaders and policymakers while delivering practical resources like guidance notes and webinars.With over a century of experience, we remain the sole organisation dedicated exclusively to championing rural communities, preserving property rights, and influencing decisions in Westminster and Cardiff. Our members benefit from discounted services, specialist legal advice, and a robust network of 28,000 landowners, family farms, and rural businesses united in shaping a resilient rural economy.
Services
Expert Advisory Services
Policy Advocacy
Inheritance Tax Planning
Agricultural Transitions
Member Networking Events
Highlights and features
- We provide expert regional and national advisory services tailored to rural enterprises
- Our team offers impartial guidance on landownership and regulatory compliance
- We connect members with policymakers through exclusive industry events
- Members access specialist legal advice and discounted business services
- We advocate for rural interests in national policymaking arenas
What people say
Expert support
Guiding hand
Fighting our corner
Services
Expert Advisory Services
Our regional and national advisers deliver impartial expertise on landownership, agricultural transitions, and regulatory compliance. We provide tailored solutions for rural businesses navigating complex legal and environmental frameworks. With specialist knowledge in inheritance tax planning and rural policy, our team ensures members make informed decisions to protect their assets.
Policy Advocacy
We represent rural interests in Westminster and Cardiff, influencing legislation affecting landowners and businesses. Our advocacy focuses on devolution agendas, rental reforms, and agricultural policy. Through targeted campaigns like Rural Powerhouse, we ensure rural voices shape national decision-making processes and regulatory frameworks.
Inheritance Tax Planning
Specialist advice helps members navigate inheritance tax challenges and succession planning. We provide guidance notes, webinars, and one-to-one consultations on asset protection strategies. Our services include succession planning roadshows and legal support to ensure smooth business transitions across generations.
Agricultural Transitions
We assist landowners adapting to changing agricultural policies and market conditions. Our support includes diversification strategies, grant scheme navigation, and business resilience planning. Through case studies and expert workshops, we demonstrate how to create sustainable rural enterprises beyond traditional farming models.
Member Networking Events
Exclusive events connect members with policymakers, industry leaders, and fellow rural businesses. We host webinars on topical issues like digital marketing and local nature recovery strategies. These gatherings facilitate knowledge sharing, partnership opportunities, and direct engagement with decision-makers affecting rural economies.
Questions
What specific benefits do CLA members receive?
Members gain access to expert advisory services, policy representation, exclusive events, and business discounts. They also receive specialist legal advice, guidance notes, and networking opportunities with industry leaders.
How does the CLA support rural businesses?
We provide regulatory compliance guidance, succession planning support, and agricultural transition advice. Our team helps members navigate planning laws, tax regulations, and environmental policies affecting rural enterprises.
Can non-landowners join the CLA?
While our primary focus is landowners and rural businesses, professionals working in rural sectors may also benefit from membership through access to policy insights and industry networking opportunities.
How does the CLA influence government policy?
We maintain strong relationships with policymakers in Westminster and Cardiff, running targeted campaigns like Rural Powerhouse to shape legislation affecting rural communities and landowners.
What resources are available for new members?
New members receive a welcome pack, access to our guidance note library, and invitations to member-exclusive webinars. They can also contact our advice team directly for initial consultations.
