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Porter Dodson Commercial Team advises on acquisition of Heron Farm Vineyard

Written by Lily Adam | 08-May-2026 15:13:49

Porter Dodson is delighted to have advised on the recent purchase of Heron Farm, an award-winning vineyard and café venue, on the outskirts of Honiton, East Devon.


Acting for the buyers, Nichola and Toby Gallagher and Heron Farm Devon Limited, the transaction was led by Evelyn Adfield, Head of Corporate Commercial, with support from Solicitor Lily Adam. The commercial property aspects were handled by Ben Hingley, with Kate Shawcross providing specialist advice on the employment law matters required to complete the purchase. 

 

Commenting on the transaction, Evelyn Adfield said, “It was a pleasure to support the buyers in this transaction, drawing on our commercial team’s collective expertise and collaborative approach to secure the purchase of Heron Farm, a fantastic venue and vineyard on our doorstep. We eagerly anticipate the exciting future of Heron Farm under its new ownership”. Following completion, Nichola said “I felt very supported in navigating the business purchase.”

 

For more information about how Porter Dodson’s Corporate Commercial Team can support your business to achieve its commercial ambitions with clear, tailored legal advice, please contact us.