Landed & Historic Estates

“Wilsons has excellent knowledge of both the law and the practical matters that arise. Its knowledge of the landed community, both locally and nationally, means that they can deal with matters on a commercial basis.”

Chambers HNW 2026

“The team has great depth and quality, with appropriate values and conduct that is consistent across the business.”

Chambers HNW 2026

“Their knowledge is excellent, and they are responsive and supportive. The set-up is dynamic, there is always someone to assist and they are very informative.”

Chambers HNW 2026

“Wilsons is practical and pragmatic whilst being integrated as a team. It is also sensible and solution-led.”

Chambers HNW 2026

“Wilsons has depth of knowledge, understanding of the agricultural sector and problem-solving skills to achieve a successful result for the client.”

Chambers, 2026

“Wilsons has an excellent knowledge of land market in this area and an excellent breadth of team.”

Chambers, 2026

“Wilsons provides in-depth analysis, clear advice and a speedy response when the query is urgent.”

Chambers, 2026

“They have an excellent knowledge of the land market in the area.”

Chambers HNW 2025

“Wilsons showed a thorough understanding of complex facts. They were professional and courteous at all times, and produced all relevant documents quickly and efficiently.”

Chambers HNW 2025

“Wide-range of clients in this area and good experience of planning for the future, including high-level issues such as variation of trusts and trust dispute resolution.”

Legal 500, 2025

“Wilsons are invested in knowing and understanding their clients and working with their professional advisors as a wider team to best effect. Their work on trusts and landed estates is very strong.”

Legal 500, 2025

“They have a diverse and widely skilled team well-suited to the varied needs of complex rural estates, including employment law.”

Legal 500, 2025

Respecting the past, protecting the future

As an estate owner or custodian you’re likely to meet many challenges when it comes to safeguarding assets and passing them on to the next generation. We were founded to provide just the kind of practical and grounded advice you need and have grown to become leaders in the field.

Clear, thorough and knowledgeable

From farming and mineral extraction to tourism and sports, we work with over 50 landed estates in England and Wales involved in all manner of enterprises. Calling on specialists when needed from our property, probate, trust administration, employment, litigation and company commercial departments, our multi-disciplinary team can cover any eventuality that might impact your case.

We provide strategic and commercial advice on all areas of wealth management and succession planning. This ranges from wills and trusts to tax matters including inheritance, capital gains, stamp duty land tax and agricultural and business property relief.

When it comes to historic estates, we’re often recommended by the Heritage Team of HM Revenue & Customs, Capital Taxes to provide independent advice to taxpayers. We’re also experienced in advising clients on Heritage Maintenance Fund set-up and maintenance.