Energy and Rural Business Show

The Energy and Rural Business Show is a business event for the agricultural and rural communities of the UK, providing in-depth information and guidance on renewable energy generation and use, diversification ventures, low-emission vehicle and machinery options and ways to maximise the value of available resources.

Diversification topics and speakers in Energy and Rural Business Show’s ‘How-to’ workshops:

• ‘How to set up and maintain a glamping site’, Kate Morel from Morel & Co
• ‘Achieving public benefits and environmental outcomes on your land’, Kate Hiseman Sustainable Land Trust
• ‘The Benefits and challenges of diversifying,’ Philip Hughes, from Rhug Estate
• ‘How to make the most of your existing buildings,’ Marie Stacey, Pegasus Planning
• ‘How to set-up a wedding venue,’ Kelly Chandler from Kelly Chandler Consulting
• ‘How to establish an equine venture,’ Amanda Watson, The Equestrian Index
• ‘A look at the grants available to assist with your new venture,’ Brown & Co
• ‘The do’s and don’ts of entering the holiday accommodation market,’ Farm Stay UK
• ‘Becoming a flower farmer and understanding the market opportunities,’ Justine Scouller, Flowers From the Farm
• ‘Understanding the tax ramifications of your chosen venture, including inheritance tax,’ Sally Appleton from Saffery Champness
• ‘How to benefit from alpaca farming,’ Rob Bettinson, Toft Alpacas
• ‘How can your business benefit from social media?’ Peter Gill, Social Farmers
• Glamping in the National Parks – A compare and contrast of the opportunities for glamping in Snowdonia and the Peak District,’ Edmund Bailey, Baileys and Partners
• ‘How to submit a successful planning application,’ Emma Winter, Carter Jonas
• ‘A practical guide to entering the holiday letting market,’ Stuart Walkden from Wyndham
• ‘Setting up a fish farm - what do you need to know?’ Esther Stirling, Harrison Clark Rickerbys
• ‘Producing Cider - is this an option for you?’ Albert Johnson, Ross on Wye Cider & Perry Co
• ‘How to se-tup a camping site,’ Damien Field, from The Camping and Caravanning Club
• ‘Financing your new venture,’ Giles Cross, Folk 2 Folk
• ‘How to promote your new venture,’ Rhea Freeman, Rhea Freeman PR
• ‘Be part of the holiday franchise,’ Charles Gulland, MD, Wigwam Holidays
• ‘How to farm organically,’ Sophie Kirk, from The Soil Association
• ‘Organising a robust plan for your new business’ CLA chief surveyor
• ‘How to diversify into forestry,’ Simon Marringdon, Tilhill Forestry

Key information:

When: 6 and 7 February 2019

Where: Telford International Centre, Shropshire 

Tickets: Register for free here

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