Simon established SF Planning in 2005 after several years’ experience in the private and public sectors which followed a BA (Hons) Degree in Town and Country Planning and a Master of Town Planning from the University of Manchester.  Simon has built the company around his reputation for providing high quality, succinct, and candid advice.

As well as overseeing the company as a whole, Simon maintains his role as a leader of planning development proposals and policy change across all sectors of the industry; taking particular enjoyment from getting challenging projects (of any scale) ‘over the line’ and providing support to charitable and community-based proposals.

When not working, Simon loves spending time with his family and friends, travelling and eating out (when possible); and is an active member of a local church.  Any remaining excess energy is burnt off on the squash court and the odd cycle ride.

Telephone: 01242 231575
Mobile: 07836 247317
Email: simon@sfplanning.co.uk

Mark has a wealth of planning experience, such as major town centre regeneration schemes, large regeneration projects; through to self-build projects, and individual dwellings.

Following graduation from the University of Southampton in 1998 with a BSc (Hons) Degree in Geography, he started his career with Cotswold District Council.  Mark achieved an MA in Town and Country Planning from the University of the West of England in 2003, quickly followed by membership of the RTPI.  In 2004 he joined Cheltenham Borough Council where he was a Senior Planner for 4½ years before joining SF Planning in May 2008.  Mark is responsible for SF Planning’s Gloucester office.

When not at work, Mark is enjoying family life with his wife, and two children.

Telephone: 01452 527997
Mobile: 07515 985130
Email: mark@sfplanning.co.uk

Becky’s experience includes giving evidence at Public Inquiry, large scale education redevelopment, dealing with enforcement matters and EIA development.  She has worked on projects all over the country including Greater Manchester, South Cambridgeshire and North Devon. 

Becky started her career in 1994 at Woodspring District Council (now North Somerset Council). She then spent seven years at Cheltenham Borough Council before making the leap into the private sector in 2004 (working in Bristol).  Becky then joined SF Planning Ltd in January 2013, and she assists Simon in managing the Cheltenham office.

Becky graduated in 1993 from the University of Sheffield with a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Urban Studies & Planning and a Post Graduate diploma in Town & Regional Planning. She has been a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute for over 20 years. 

Outside of work Becky enjoys spending time with family, travelling, practising yoga, visiting National Trust properties and fine wine & food with friends.

Telephone: 01242 231575
Mobile: 07525 462051
Email: becky@sfplanning.co.uk

Paul is currently leading on a number of projects including high density residential and mixed use developments, office to residential conversions and commercial development.  Paul works with architectural practices, clients and planning consultants all over London, the south east and south west, supplying expert review and management of planning proposals and appeals.

Paul worked in development management at the Forest of Dean District Council in Gloucestershire before joining Westminster City Council in London for 5 years. From there, Paul moved into the private sector with 3 years at a multi-disciplinary property company before joining SFP in 2015.

Paul graduated in 2003 from the University of Wales, Swansea with a BSc (Hons) in Geography and went on to complete an MA in Town and Country Planning from the University of the West of England, Bristol in 2006.

Outside of work Paul enjoys most sports and live music.

Telephone: 01242 231575
Mobile: 07715 203896
Email: paul@sfplanning.co.uk

Nathan acts on behalf of a wide range of clients and has been involved with residential, commercial, leisure, waste management, mineral, agricultural and renewable energy generation development.

Nathan has worked in the private sector since 2010, previously at an environmental planning consultancy in the Midlands prior to joining SF Planning.

Nathan graduated in 2009 from the University of Reading with a BSc (Hons) in Human Geography and went on to complete a MSc in Development Planning also at the University of Reading in 2010.

Outside of work Nathan enjoys watching rugby, playing guitar and spending time along the South West Wales coastline with his family.

Telephone: 01242 231575
Mobile: 07715 203891
Email: nathan@sfplanning.co.uk

Martin has recently joined the team following 4 years working as a Planning Inspector dealing with a wide variety of cases across the country while gaining valuable insight into appeal process.

Prior to that, he was Development Manager at Cheltenham Borough Council for almost 5 years, having previously also held senior positions in that team. In his time at Cheltenham, Martin was involved in numerous large-scale commercial and residential developments and managed a team which included planners, heritage officers, and tree specialists.

Martin has been a member of the RTPI for nearly 15 years having graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2003, studying Planning and Economics, and subsequently the University of the West of England in 2007, gaining a Masters in Town and Country Planning.

Outside of work, Martin enjoys spending time with his family, playing and watching football, as well as trying to revitalise his joy of running. He also enjoys exploring the local countryside, including the Malvern Hills, as well as the numerous local music festivals of his home town.

Telephone:01242 231575
Mobile:07521 394447
Email: martin@sfplanning.co.uk

Gary joined SF Planning in 2020. After deciding to change career in his late thirties, Gary took some time off work to be the primary carer for his young children whilst seeking opportunities in the Planning and Development industry. Joining Cheltenham Borough Council in 2015, Gary took up a role as Planning Officer in the Development Management Team where he was case officer for a large range and variety of applications.

During this time, he undertook a distance learning MSc in Urban and Rural Planning via the University of the West of England, successfully completing this in November 2019.  Gary seeks to further his knowledge and experience at SF Planning and is currently a Licentiate member of the RTPI.

Outside of work Gary enjoys his sports, particularly football, golf and cricket, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Telephone: 01242 231575
Email:  gary@sfplanning.co.uk

Aiden obtained his BSc in Geography from China and went on to complete an MSc in Environmental Sciences at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, where he explored environmental planning and sustainable city studies. Through his studies in different countries, he developed an international perspective and formed a strong sense of cultural awareness, as well as considerable resilience and adaptability.

Aiden had previously worked in the environmental sector before beginning his career in planning and joining SFP. He has demonstrated a strong interest and motivation in the field of town planning, he also contributes new perspectives and creativity to teamwork.

Outside of work, Aiden enjoys cooking, visiting cities, playing tennis and badminton, and hanging out with friends. His go-to TV show is Parks and Recreation.

Telephone:01242 231575
Email: aiden@sfplanning.co.uk

Rali’s experience is primarily in accounts, administration and credit control. Rali is originally from Bulgaria and also speaks German.

Prior moving to Gloucester and joining SF Planning Limited, she has worked as an Accounts Assistant for international companies in London.

Outside work she enjoys spending time with her family, travelling and visiting historic places.

Telephone: 01242 231575
Email: ralica@sfplanning.co.uk

Liz has experience across a wide range of planning issues and has worked on a variety of schemes across the UK, from small scale commercial developments to nationally significant infrastructure projects for landowner, developer, and local authority clients.

Liz’s background is in planning and environmental law. She has worked as a planning lawyer in private practice at both specialist and top 100 law firms before joining SF Planning.

Liz graduated in 2009 from the University of Leeds with a LLB and completed a postgraduate certificate in urban and rural planning at UWE in 2018. Liz has been a chartered member of the RTPI since 2019.

Liz is co-chair of Gloucestershire RTPI young planners who run events locally for planners in their first ten years of practice.

Outside of work, Liz enjoys swimming and visiting National Trust properties with her family.

Telephone:01242 231575
Mobile:07523 671132
Email: liz@sfplanning.co.uk