OUR SECTORS

Pleydell Smithyman are leading business consultants and design specialists for the garden centre, farm shop and rural development sectors across the UK.
With over 30 years’ industry experience and a proven track record of delivering commercial success, we help businesses transform their offering, grow profits and secure planning success with a bespoke, integrated approach.

Pleydell Smithyman offers a multidisciplinary range professional services covering strategic business consultancy, planning expertise, architectural design, landscape and ecological services, retail and restaurant design, and masterplanning - all tailored to your business objectives, budget, and sector-specific challenges.
Our multidisciplinary capabilities ensure every project is commercially viable, creatively informed and delivery focused.
Expert planning strategy, preparation and application support that maximises approval success and aligns commercial opportunity with local planning policies.
Commercial and retail architectural design for garden centres, farm shops, restaurants, rural developments and mixed-use sites, delivering creative design with commercial impact.
In-depth business planning, market benchmarking, feasibility studies, commercial reviews and strategic site planning to optimise performance and profitability.
Landscape architecture, ecological assessments, environmental strategy and green infrastructure planning that enhances function, aesthetics and biodiversity.
Retail planning, interior design and catering strategy to maximise customer flow, lengthen visits and elevate overall visitor experience across shopping & dining.
Long-term visionary planning, strategic site planning and integrated development frameworks to help guide future growth and diversification.
Brand identity, visual communications, signage, menus and retail display graphics that strengthen brand presence and optimise customer engagement.
OUR APPROACH
STRATEGY
"What does success look like?” Developing value driven objectives & devising bespoke visions for businesses
CREATIVITY
Exploring innovative and meaningful design options,
and identifying commercially sound solutions
DELIVERY
Utilising professional
and technical expertise and proven project management – making it happen
WHY CHOOSE US?

WE ARE A LEADING
GARDEN CENTRE, FARM SHOP & FOOD RETAIL CONSULTANCY
WE CREATE BUILDINGS & DESIGN BUSINESSES


WE HAVE OVER 30 YEARS OF GARDEN CENTRE INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
WE ADAPT PLACES TO ADD VALUE


WE HAVE A PLANNING APPLICATION SUCCESS RATE OF 98%
WE HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED OVER 3000 PROJECTS


WE DEVELOP BUSINESS STRATEGIES TO INCREASE YOUR PROFIT
WE ARE CREATIVELY
AND COMMERCIALLY FOCUSED

FIND OUT HOW WE
CAN HELP YOUR BUSINESS
Pleydell Smithyman is your partner for growth and innovation in garden centre consultancy, farm shop development and rural business planning.
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01952 433 211
20a The Wharfage
Ironbridge
Telford
Shropshire
TF8 7NH




