Acquisition and Management of Meldon Quarry

Client

Meldon Aggregates Limited

Role

Chartered Surveyor / Lead Property Advisor

Project Duration

2024 to Present

Location

Meldon Quarry, Devon

Project Overview

Appointed by Meldon Aggregates Limited to provide comprehensive professional advice in relation to the acquisition and subsequent management of Meldon Quarry. The commission involved the negotiation and completion of the site purchase, followed by a structured programme of lease rationalisation, title regularisation, and reactivation of associated rail infrastructure. The project required close coordination with legal, technical, and operational stakeholders to deliver a commercially sound and legally compliant property platform for ongoing quarry operations.

Key Outcomes

  • Successfully completed the freehold acquisition of Meldon Quarry on behalf of Meldon Aggregates Limited.
  • Delivered a fully regularised and compliant property holding, free from material title defects.
  • Streamlined the operational lease and tenure arrangements, improving management efficiency and legal clarity.
  • Facilitated the reactivation of the rail connection, enhancing the site’s long term operational sustainability and distribution capability.