Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Agents in Harrogate
Lister Haigh is a distinguished property and rural consultancy firm with over a century of expertise in residential, agricultural, and development sectors. Established in 1919, we combine traditional Yorkshire values with modern market insights to deliver tailored solutions for property sales, lettings, valuations, and planning. Our team of chartered surveyors and RICS-qualified professionals offers proactive advice on land development, architectural design, and compulsory purchase compensation.As part of Dacre, Son and Hartley, Yorkshire's largest independent property group, we leverage extensive local knowledge and cutting-edge technology to serve clients across Yorkshire and the North East. Our reputation for reliability, professionalism, and client-centric service has been built through generations of delivering successful outcomes for diverse property needs.
Services
Residential Sales
Agricultural Consultancy
Property Valuations
Planning Services
Land Development
Architectural Design
Lettings Management
Compulsory Purchase Advice
Equestrian Property Services
Energy Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in Yorkshire's property market
- Our team includes RICS-qualified surveyors and RIBA-qualified architects
- We provide proactive, innovative advice for rural and agricultural properties
- As part of Yorkshire's largest independent property group, we offer extensive resources
- Our local market expertise spans residential, commercial, and development sectors
Associations and certifications
- RICS
What people say
Excellent service
Professional manner
Successful outcome
Proactive communication
Skilled team
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales team combines local market expertise with a network of buyers to ensure successful property transactions. We specialise in period houses, country estates, and modern developments across Yorkshire. With over 35 years' experience, our professionals provide tailored advice from property preparation to completion, ensuring smooth sales processes for diverse residential properties.
Agricultural Consultancy
We offer comprehensive agricultural consultancy covering property management, grant schemes, and landlord-tenant matters. Our experts provide valuation services for taxation and lending purposes, along with specialist advice on environmental stewardship and compulsory purchase compensation. With over 30 years' experience in rural property, we deliver practical solutions for farming businesses and landowners across Yorkshire.
Property Valuations
Our RICS-registered valuers provide professional property valuations for buying, selling, and taxation purposes. Services include inheritance tax assessments, business rate valuations, and lending security appraisals. With expertise across residential, commercial, and rural property sectors, we deliver accurate valuations supported by market-leading data and Yorkshire-specific property insights.
Planning Services
We provide strategic planning advice for residential, agricultural, and commercial developments. Our services include planning applications, appeals, and development agreements. With specialist RICS-qualified surveyors and RIBA-qualified architects, we offer comprehensive support from feasibility studies to building regulation submissions across Yorkshire and the North East.
Lettings Management
Our lettings team manages residential properties from single units to multi-property portfolios. We provide up-to-date market advice and property management services across Yorkshire. With local offices in Ripon, Knaresborough, and Harrogate, we maintain strong tenant networks and deliver proactive management solutions for landlords seeking reliable rental income.
People
Catherine Johnston
Agricultural & Rural Services
A chartered surveyor with over 30 years' experience in rural property, Catherine provides expert advice on agricultural valuations, compulsory purchase compensation, and environmental schemes. As a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers, she delivers tailored solutions for Yorkshire landowners.
Giles Chaplin
Planning & Development Services
A chartered surveyor with over two decades of planning expertise, Giles specialises in land development and strategic planning. His experience covers residential, agricultural, and commercial developments, delivering successful planning outcomes through expert applications and negotiations.
Nick Talbot
Residential Principal
With over 35 years in Yorkshire's property market, Nick leads our residential department. He specialises in selling diverse properties from period houses to modern developments, combining local knowledge with professional expertise to ensure successful transactions for clients.
Marie Harris
Architect Planning & Development
A RIBA-qualified architect with 25 years' experience, Marie specialises in rural and heritage projects. She guides clients through planning applications and building regulations for listed properties and developments in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty across Yorkshire.
James Carruthers
Head of Valuation
Leading our valuation team, James provides expert property valuations for lending, taxation, and financial reporting. With RICS accreditation and experience across residential, commercial, and rural sectors, he delivers accurate assessments supported by comprehensive market analysis.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Yorkshire and the North East, with offices in Harrogate, Ripon, and Knaresborough. Our local expertise extends to residential, agricultural, and commercial properties throughout these regions.
How do you value rural properties?
Our chartered surveyors use RICS guidelines to assess rural properties, considering land use, agricultural value, development potential, and market trends. We provide detailed reports with accurate valuations for taxation, sales, or lending purposes.
Can you help with planning applications?
Yes, our planning specialists handle applications, appeals, and development agreements. We work with local authorities and provide mapping, feasibility studies, and regulatory submissions to secure planning permissions for residential and commercial projects.
What residential services do you offer?
We provide residential sales, lettings, and property management services. Our team handles everything from property preparation and marketing to tenant management and rental income optimisation across Yorkshire.
How do you handle compulsory purchase cases?
Our experts advise on compulsory purchase compensation, easements, and infrastructure projects. We provide professional support for road schemes, utility projects, and Part 1 claims, ensuring fair compensation for affected property owners.
What makes you different from other agents?
With over 100 years' experience and as part of Yorkshire's largest independent property group, we combine traditional values with modern technology. Our multi-disciplinary team offers unique expertise in rural, residential, and development sectors.
Reviews (4)
Lorna Skiera
Aug 04, 2021
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Great service from Harriet at Lister Haigh. Everything was dealt with quickly and smoothly by friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely recommend.
Julia Watson
Oct 23, 2019
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Many Thanks to Andrew Hardcastle, who has recently sold our farm. He was very helpful and professional throughout the process. We would highly recommend Lister Haigh.
Georgina Whiteley
Sep 02, 2018
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Very professional and friendly service. we have just taken out a tenancy agreement. The whole process from viewing the property to moving in was made easy by everyone at Lister Haigh.
Jean Taylor
Mar 26, 2018
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Very professional and personal service. Excellent communication and take care to meet client need. We would definitely recommend them.
