Ralph Peters

A firm but fair approach has earned Ralph the enviable reputation as the ‘go to’ expert on rural property issues.

The shifting sands of Scotland's rural environment in both regulatory and geographical terms means Ralph's knowledge of legislation and applicability of grants is invaluable to his clients. From farm tenant negotiations to advising owners of heritage sites, he relishes each challenge.

Having grown up on a farm and with 20 years' experience in rural property management, Ralph is acutely aware of what makes our rural environment tick and takes great pride is seeing projects come to fruition and making a real difference.

Skilled at finding practical, workable solutions to complex employee, tenant and property issues, his efficiency and speed of response is second only to his ability to take on professional challenges and create a positive outcome.

Based in Perth but working throughout Scotland, Ralph heads up the Estate Management and Professional team. He is immersed in the intricacies of the rural sector, picking up any legislative baton and running to ensure he and his clients are ahead of the game.

Ralph is MRICS accredited.

It’s impossible to run an estate this size alone and I value Ralph’s insight and energy.

Ralph is always on the end of the phone with sage advice, no matter what the problem or issue. He remains calm and I certainly wouldn't have managed without his support and guidance.

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Property & Estates Management

Maximise the performance of your property assets

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Estates Management

We look beyond the assets to understand your long-term aspirations

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Rural Land Diversification

Our specialists breathe life and value into rural places and spaces.

Our insights

Insights 02.02.26

The Scottish distillery sector is, by its nature, rooted in the long term. From the land that produces the raw materials to the environmental assets that support sustainability ambitions, success depends on careful stewardship, clear strategy and trusted professional advice delivered by advisers with deep sector and place-based knowledge.

From Grain to Glass: Supporting Landowners at Every Stage of the Distillery Journey

Insights 11.02.26

Since the original Land Reform (Scotland) Act in 2003 land reform has continued to be a significant feature of the rural policy landscape in Scotland. Rather than a single event, it represents an ongoing process of legislative change that landowners have been engaging with for many years.

Farmland Sales in 2026: How to Achieve the Best Outcome

Insights 08.08.25

A new generation of agricultural subsidies is forming against a backdrop of climate targets looming, biodiversity loss accelerating, and young people unsure whether farming offers a truly viable future.

Scottish subsidies are the roots of the future

Insights 25.04.25

The agricultural sector braces for significant upheaval as the much-reported changes to inheritance tax reliefs threaten the viability, and in extreme cases the future, of family farming businesses across the UK.

Land, Taxes and Legacies: Protecting Your Property's Future

Blog 07.03.25

Scotland’s land reform agenda continues to be in the spotlight, with the Scottish Government’s Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee having concluded its Stage 1 evidence hearings from various stakeholders on the Land Reform Bill.

Scottish Land Reforms: What Landowners Need to Know

Blog 06.03.25

On 20 February the Scottish Government published its long-awaited Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill which sets biodiversity targets, revises deer management policies, and updates National Park regulations.

Scotland’s Natural Environment Bill: What It Means for Landowners

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Insights 12.02.25

Our Rural, Estate Management & Professional Services team, discuss how taking strategic action can combat the challenges that Scottish estates are currently facing.

Traditional Scottish estates taking strategic decisions to adapt to the challenges of today

Blog 22.07.24

Whilst the detail of many elements of the future farm subsidy schemes remain unclear, some changes to the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) will come into effect from 2025.

Change Ahead for Farm Subsidy in Scotland