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If you own rural land you should be a member of the CLA

If you own land in the country you have rights and responsibilities over that land. The CLA fights for your rights and ensures you know all about your responsibilities. The CLA is the only organisation dedicated to defending your interests as a rural landowner and is your only truly independent and authoritative source of advice. Whether you own one acre or a thousand you should be a member.


What you get as a member

Advice from the experts – from the CLA’s in-house barristers, surveyors, planning and tax specialists and from your regional team.
Free, unbiased support – free and unlimited practical help and advice on every aspect of your land ownership which can be invaluable.
Working to protect your interests – landowners cannot complain about the law if we do not act together vigorously to defend our interests.

Find out how we work to protect your interests

Sharing ideas – an unrivalled national network where you can share ideas and best practice.
New business opportunities – ideas for starting new ventures and opportunities for expanding in new markets.
Social events – a full programme of regional meetings, workshops and advice clinics.
CLA Member Services – a range of specific services such as insurance, financial planning, utilities and healthcare; in many cases, time and cost savings can offset the cost of your subscription.

The CLA makes a real difference. Anyone who lives in the countryside and owns rural land will benefit from joining the CLA.

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How we can help you

Some of the areas where we help members.

  • Capital Gains Tax – enabling you to make the most of any reliefs.
  • Single Payment Scheme – are you meeting the cross compliance rules?
  • Contracts – ensuring your contracts and licences are legal.
  • Employment – what are your responsibilities?
  • Field sports – do you know the law on your land?
  • Fly-tipping – are you liable for clearing up?
  • Travellers – where does the law stand?
  • Rights and responsibilities – your rights and responsibilities over your own land are varied and can change.  
  • Grants – do you know the latest position and what is available?
  • Renewable energy – what is the best route for you?
  • Inheritance Tax – does it threaten your family’s ownership?
  • Occupier’s liability – do you know you are liable for visitors’ and trespassers’ safety?
  • Planning – have you taken everything into consideration?
  • Utilities – what rights do companies have?

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What does it cost?

Membership starts from only £182 per annum.

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