Land for sale

Location
The property is located off Bardy Lane between the villages of Armitage and Longdon, within the County of Staffordshire. That land is situated approximately 0.6 miles south west of the village of Armitage, approximately 1.5 miles north of the village of Longdon and approximately 6 miles north of the city of Lichfield.

Directions:
From Longdon, take the A51 north towards Rugeley. Continue along the A51 for approximately 1 mile, to Bretton Cross. At Bretton Cross turn right onto Bardy Lane, as indicated by our ‘For Sale’ board. Continue on Bardy Lane for approximately 0.1 miles and the land is located on the left as identified by our ‘For Sale’ board.

Lot 1 - 16.99 acres (6.877 ha):
An excellent opportunity to acquire a single parcel of productive arable land extending to 16.99 acres (6.877 hectares) benefitting from two lane side access points and currently sown to Winter Wheat.

The land is relatively level in nature sitting approximately 115 - 105 metres above sea level and bounded by mature hedgerow boundaries.

The land is classified as grade 3 under the MAFF Agricultural Land Classification Scheme. It is that the property is situated in a Surface Water Nitrate Vulnerable Zone

Lot 2 – 21.04 acres (8.516 ha):
An opportunity to acquire a productive parcel of arable land extending to 21.04 acres (8.516 hectares).

The property benefits from an access point of Bardy Lane and is currently sown to Winter Wheat. The land is bounded by mature hedgerows and sits at approximately 105 - 100 metres above sea level.

The land is classified as grade 3 under the MAFF Agricultural Land Classification Scheme. It is that the property is situated in a Surface Water Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.

General Information

Basic Payment Scheme:
The land is registered for the Basic Payment Scheme and associated entitlements are available, if required, subject to a transfer fee of £175 + VAT to be paid to Bagshaws LLP.

Overage Clause:
Lots 1 & 2 are subject to an overage clause for a period of 25 years, at 25% of the uplift in value of the land on the granting of planning consent for any non-agricultural of non-equestrian use.

Contract Farming Agreement:
It is understood that the land is currently farmed under a contract farming agreement. This agreement is due to expire at the end of 2018 harvest.

Services:
Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the availability and suitability of any services.

Rights Of Way, Wayleaves and Easements:
Lot One is crossed by a low voltage electricity line and public footpath.

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether defined in these particulars or not.

Sporting, Timber and Mineral Rights:
It is understood that sporting rights, standing timber and minerals are in the freehold sale.

Tenure and Possession:
The property to be sold is Freehold with Vacant Possession upon completion of the purchase.

Local Authority:
Lichfield District Council, District Council House, Frog lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6YX
Tel: 01543 308 000

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Ansons Solicitors, St Marys Chambers, 5-7 Breadmarket Street, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS13 6LQ

Tel: 01543 263 456 Ref: Mr S James

Viewing:
The land may be viewed during normal daylight hours when in possession of a copy of these particulars.

Method of Sale:
The property is to be sold by public auction.

Money Laundering Regulations:
Due to recent changes in legislation, all buyers must provide relevant documentation in order to provide proof of their identity and place of residence before bidding. The documentation collected is for this purpose only and will not be disclosed to any other party.

Deposit and Completion:
The successful bidder will be asked to sign a Contract for the sale of the property immediately as the auction finishes and will also be asked to pay a deposit equivalent to 10% of the sale price either by cheque or bankers draft. The sale of each lot is subject to a buyer’s fee of £200 + VAT (£240 inc. VAT) payable on the fall of the hammer. Unless stated otherwise at the sale, completion of purchase will be anticipated 28 days after the auction date.

Conditions of Sale:
The Conditions of Sale will be deposited at the offices of the both the Auctioneer and the Vendor’s Solicitors 7 days prior to the sale and will not be read at the sale. The Vendor’s Solicitors will be in the saleroom 15 minutes prior to the Auction to deal with any matter arising from either the Conditions of Sale or from the Sales Particulars relating to the property in general. At the time appointed the sale will commence and thereafter no further query will be dealt with and the Purchaser will be deemed to have knowledge of the Conditions of Sale and to have satisfied himself upon all matters contained or referred to therein. Copies of the Conditions of Sale will not be forwarded to interested parties unless by prior arrangement for which there will be a charge.

Agents Note;
Bagshaws LLP have made every reasonable effort to ensure these details offer an accurate and fair description of the property but give notice that all measurements, distances and areas referred to are approximate and based on information available at the time of printing. These details are for guidance only and do not constitute part of the contract for sale. Bagshaws LLP and their employees are not authorised to give any warranties or representations in relation to the sale.