Lynsay Bell Manson is an architect, owner of Studio LBA and Orwell Farm’s rural business hub, a mum, a wife and plenty more besides. She runs two brilliant businesses, delivers beautiful projects, raises an awesome kid, has her own rural idyl and plenty more besides and I loved chatting to Lynsay for this episode of the Women in Wellies Podcast.

Well this conversation really takes us on a journey that demonstrates Lynsay’s entrepreneurial energy, determination, spontaneity and the power of the gut instinct. From winging her way into her interview for architecture at university Lynsay has carved her path, built a business, shifted the business and overcome hard times. Growing a family - some with hooves - and building a highly sustainable rural business hub alongside running an architecture practice is something to be admired.

This is an episode packed with reminders to give things a go, to build a team around us who we can depend on and to remember to have fun, ride the horses, go to the events and make the connections along the way - there is something in here for everyone so do tune in and listen!

Please note : just a word of warning, this episode contains a conversation about miscarriage.

The Women in Wellies Podcast is sponsored by Scottish Law firm, Gillespie Macandrew, advising on all areas of land & rural business, private client, energy and real estate.

Connect with Lynsay on social media : LinkedIn - Lynsay Bell Manson and Studio LBA \\ Instagram - @lynsaybellmanson and @studio_lba

Episode Recorded on 11th June 2025.

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Kitty Grubb is Farmer Success Manager at Regenfied based in Edinburgh having grown up on a mixed farm in Sussex as one of five siblings. Defining herself as a “travelling saleswoman” Kitty takes us through her journey from studying French & Spanish at university to working in recruitment and head hunting before a transition to regenerative agriculture.

Kitty’s determination and passion for the rural sector shine through in her stories of how she ended up with a job in regenerative agriculture, the inspiration and drive behind Regenified and the importance of community as farming changes. We discuss the changes in the land seen through regenerative practices and the impact of shared experience perfectly timed as many flocked to Groundswell this week to do just this.

A conversation filled with joy, enthusiasm and a love for the farming and rural sector - tune in now!

The Women in Wellies Podcast is sponsored by Scottish Law firm, Gillespie Macandrew, advising on all areas of land & rural business, private client, energy and real estate.

Connect with Kitty on social media : LinkedIn - Kitty Grubb and Regnified \\ Instagram - @kittygrubb and @regenified

Documentaries :

Kiss the Ground (Amazon Prime) : https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0C9TFWQLH/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r

Common Ground (Amazon Prime) : https://www.amazon.com/Common-Ground-Joshua-Tickell/dp/B0DSQ7LC5W

Book : Dirt to Soil by Gabe Brown : https://amzn.eu/d/e4JvzU5

Episode Recorded on 30th May 2025.

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Jennifer is Head of Rural Agency and an Associate at DM Hall, mother of two, volunteer with cubs, RICS Scotland Board Member and studying (and making it look effortless)!

Join us as Jennifer takes us on her journey from business studies with textile chemistry to project management for interior design and even event management before finding her place in the rural sector and training to become a rural surveyor. This episode sells the best parts of working in rural from feeding lambs to the fabulous opportunities to be out and about (maybe a less good day being shot at!) alongside the importance of team, balance and making tough decisions.

Like other Mum’s who have joined us on the Women in Wellies Podcast we chat about the juggle, the setting of boundaries and the non-negotiables that Jennifer has set. The importance of ongoing learning, building a network and being involved - use your voice are all key themes throughout this conversation and if you want to be inspired to consider a career in the rural surveying profession then this conversation is definitely for you!

The Women in Wellies Podcast is sponsored by Scottish Law firm, Gillespie Macandrew, advising on all areas of land & rural business, private client, energy and real estate.

Connect with Jennifer on social media : LinkedIn - Jennifer Campbell and DM Hall \\ Instagram - @dmhallsurveyors

Episode Recorded on 23rd May 2025.

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