We are an independent company based in South London, offering great Qual field recruitment.
We believe that the key to a successful and enjoyable working relationship is flexibility and communication. We take a friendly, no nonsense approach to business to ensure that your projects run smoothly, your findings are brought to life and your clients are delighted.
Our story
The Field was founded in 2012, by Claire Sheppard and Laura Brooks who met in 2004, when they both worked at 2CV Research
After 11 years as partners they have gone their seperate ways in business, but remain firm friends.
If you’d like to contact Laura for Video editing projects you can reach her on laura.brooksie@gmail.com
2023 brought in a new era of the Field, focussing on Fieldwork only to the same high standard of the last 11 years, looking forward to the next decade.
Sue Hyde joined in 2024 - bringing a wealth of field experience so now our clients get over 40 years of field experience with 2 great field brains for the price of one
The FOUNDER
Claire Sheppard
I have over 20 years experience in Market Research working at Viewpoint, Fieldworks (Quadrangle) and as Head of UK Qual Field at 2CV research. I love the fact that we get to work on such a range of topics and am especially interested in doing research that helps society.
I studied English and Politics at the University of Sunderland and have also served my time in retail and bar work. Outside of work, I am a parent to a little boy Joe, married to Steve of Sheps Sports Massage and have a little rescue dog Brienne. I’m a cancer survivor and a community campaigner living in Peckham, South London.
I’m also a political activist for the Green Party and have stood in 6 elections in 5 years, including the Greater London Assembly 2021 & 2024 where I came second as candidate for Lambeth & Southwark, I also came second in the General Election July 2025 for Peckham.
HEAD OF UK QUAL FIELD
Sue Hyde
I have worked co-ordinating fieldwork for market research projects since 2004, ensuring the smooth running of studies and correct specification of respondents in samples across the country and worldwide.
Having learned the ropes from Claire when we worked at 2cv, I am delighted to now be working with her at The Field. I am passionate about ensuring a positive experience for all our respondents and delivering the best service for our clients.
Outside of work I am kept busy by my two kids but when I get the chance, I enjoy watching live music, theatre and going to the cinema. I also enjoy dancing and, having attended a stage school when I was younger and studied drama and theatre studies at Middlesex University, I am always ready to break out those jazz hands!