AssetSphere were instructed by an existing landowning client near Westbury to act on their behalf in connection with a Network Rail bridge-repair scheme. To carry out the repairs, Network Rail required access over our client’s land, and use part of it as a compound for vehicle and equipment storage.
The project, first raised in 2023, faced lengthy delays but was finally delivered in July 2025. Our client had just opened a glamping business on the land, meaning that disruption from the works would have a direct impact on bookings and revenue. Campers were unable to visit the site for three weeks, creating the risk of significant financial losses if advanced compensation was not secured.
AssetSphere took a proactive approach to protecting the client’s interests and negotiating a substantial advance compensation payment from Network Rail to cover all glamping booking losses during the three-week closure. A temporary access and compound licence was negotiated and put in place, not only providing security and indemnity throughout the scheme, but also securing a weekly payment reflecting the disturbance caused to our clients for the agreed period of occupation.
Throughout the process, we maintained close oversight, ensuring contractors complied with the licence terms and left the land in a satisfactory condition once the works were complete.
The bridge repairs were completed in July 2025, and the site was left in a condition satisfactory to the landowner. Although the scheme was disruptive, the client was fairly and reasonably compensated for the loss of income and disturbance caused by the works. Network Rail completed their necessary works when the ground and weather conditions were most suitable, resulting in no additional damage or ground reinstatement required.
The clients were satisfied with the remuneration secured and the way AssetSphere safeguarded their position throughout a complex and protracted scheme.