About us

Based in Hertfordshire, in close proximity to the hub of the motorway network, we provide land management advice throughout the UK.

We offer an integrated service to enable our clients to plan, prepare and manage change to their land. We provide both advice and practical solutions, from discussion stages through to implementation and onwards with future maintenance.

The requirements of the land owner or manager are matched with appropriate support available from different grant bodies whenever possible, to provide manageable and sustainable proposals that offer the most effective results for the client and suitable solution for the land.

Matt Perry BSc (Hons), Manager and co-founder of Maydencroft Land Advisory

With a degree in Environment Management from Cranfield University and 10 years experience of giving land management advice to farmers, landowners and local authorities, Matt now manages Maydencroft Land Advisory. Matt has an encyclopedic knowledge of the grant funding available to manage land, and works with private estates, charities and local authorities. With Peter, Matt also manages the team of ecologists working on behalf of developers, land managers and local authorities.

"Having grown up in the countryside, I consider myself privileged to have an influence over its future. I enjoy helping people make positive change to our farmed landscapes, public parks and natural areas. I'm passionate about encouraging sustainable farming practices that enhance the environment, landscape and improving the farm business".

Tom Williams BSc (Hons) LMLI, Managing Director and co-founder of Maydencroft Land Advisory

Tom holds a degree in Landscape Management from the University of Reading and is a Licentiate Member of the Landscape Institute.

"Having established Maydencroft Rural as a successful contracting business I recognised that clients needed help with the management of their land and countryside. I have known and worked with Matt Perry since 2001 and we established Maydencroft Land Advisory together to meet these needs."

With two years experience in land management and a life-long interest in the environment, Verity joined Maydencroft Land Advisory in September 2010.

Verity works on agri-environment scheme applications, coordinates Protected Species Survey work and writes management plans for a range of sites.

Peter Oakenfull AIEEM, Lead Field Ecologist

With over 20 years in the field of ecology, Peter has a wealth of experience in carrying out surveys, translocations, mitigation and compensation works. He is licensed to work with Reptiles, Amphibians, wild birds and mammals.

Peter works on development projects, management plans and with Matt, manages our team of ecologists.

Linda has been with Maydencroft since its inception in 2007.

An invaluable member of the team, Linda looks after the accounts and payroll for Maydencroft Rural, Farm and Land Advisory, and manages the office.