Land for sale

THE LAND

The land lies within a ring fence, extending in all to approximately 38.09 acres (15.42 hectares). The property is situated approximately 8 miles north of the market town of Hereford and 8.5 miles south west of Leominster, with good road links straight onto the A4110.

The land is currently growing a crop of Winter Wheat and benefits from mains water. The land is easily accessible via two gateways with roadside frontage onto the main A4110 and the council maintained road to Westhope.

The land would have excellent arable or stocking capabilities in this renowned farming area of North Hereford. This productive arable land is classified as Grade 2 and could also support a wide range of arable cropping including root and cereal crops. The vendor can provide historic field records if required.

The topography and nature of the land may offer additional biodiversity and natural capital opportunities, and subsequently provide possible income generation and capital growth in (truncated)

LOT ONE – 15.93 ACRES (6.45 HECTARES)

A productive block of level arable land extending in all to approximately 15.92 acres (6.44 hectares). The land is bound by hedge and fence boundaries with a gated access directly onto the A4110. The land benefits abuts a stream to the eastern boundary. The land is currently cropped with Winter Wheat.


Parcel ID Description Acres Hectares
SO4649 1555 Arable land 15.93 6.45
TOTAL 15.93 ac 6.45 ha

LOT TWO – 22.16 ACRES (8.97 HECTARES)

A productive block of level arable land which extends to approximately 22.16 acres (8.97 hectares). The land is bound by hedge and fence boundaries with access onto the council maintained road. The land benefits from a mains water supply. The land is currently cropped with Winter Wheat.

Parcel ID Description Acres Hectares
SO4649 0279 Arable land 22.16 8.97
TOTAL 22.16 ac 8.97 ha

SPORTING RIGHTS

Sporting rights will be included in the sale as they may be held by the Vendor.

MINERAL RIGHTS

Mineral rights will be included in the sale as they may be held by the Vendor.

TIMBER

Any standing timber is included in the sale.

BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME

The land is registered with the Rural Payments Agency for Basic Payment purposes. The land is situated in the Non SDA region of England for Basic Payment purposes. The Basic Payment Entitlements will transfer with the sale of this property.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

None.

INGOINGS

The purchaser(s) will take to the crops at the date of exchange and will be required to pay the following ingoing:
Lot 1 - £1,470
Lot 2 - £2,030
The purchaser(s) is responsible for the crop from the date of exchange.

SERVICES

Lot 2: Mains water supply.

TENURE

We have been informed that the property is freehold. Vacant possession will be given on completion.

OVERAGE / PLANNING UPLIFT

There will be an Overage Clause in the Sale Contract stating that should planning consent be granted for a non-agricultural use that leads to an increase in value over and above agricultural value then the vendors will be entitled to 25% of such increase. Such Overage Clause will run for 25 years from the date of completion.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

Those items mentioned in the sale particulars are included in the freehold sale. All other fixtures and fittings and furnishings are expressly excluded

EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES AND RIGHTS OF WAY

There is a public footpath which crosses Lot 1 and 2.
A right to pass services through Lot 1 with the right of entry for maintenance and repair is reserved. There are easements through Lot 1 and 2 for water pipes, with Lot 2 serving adjoining land. The Soakaway of Canon Pyon Primary School is located within Lot 2. Further information is available from the Solicitors.
The property is offered subject to, and with the benefit of, any rights-of-way both public and private, all wayleaves, easements and other rights whether or not specifically referred to.

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING

The property is offered subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient orders, public rights-of-way, town planning schedules, or resolutions which may be or may come into force. The purchaser(s) will be deemed to have full knowledge of these and have satisfied themselves as to the effects such matters have on the property.

AUTHORITIES

Hereford Council:
Rural Payment Agency:

PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES

These are based on Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been checked and compiled by the vendor’s agents and the purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or misstatement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.

BOUNDARIES, ROADS AND FENCES

The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and neither the Vendor nor the Vendors agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries of ownership thereof.

WHAT3WORDS

Lot 1 ///eased.sprinkle.fixtures

Lot 2 ///finishers.argue.dive

DIRECTIONS

From the town of Hereford, proceed south on the A4110. After approximately 8 miles, the land is found on your right opposite Canon Pyon Primary School as indicated by the McCartneys For Sale boards.

METHOD OF SALE

The property is offered for sale as a whole, or in two lots, by Formal Tender (unless previously sold). For any enquiries of a legal nature, please contact the solicitors as detailed below.

Tenders close Monday 27th March 2023 at 12 noon. Tenders are to be delivered to; McCartneys LLP, Wylcwm House, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1AE marked “Tender – Land at Lawtons Hope, Canon Pyon”.
The tender forms and legal pack will be available from the Vendor’s solicitors and agents approximately seven days prior to the tender closing date. The Vendor’s solicitors and agents may make a charge for the contract packs.
Please note, prospective purchasers are deemed to have read and inspected the contract of sale as prepared by the Vendor’s solicitors. The detail in these particulars is for guidance only and should not be relied upon.
The submitted tender should include a deposit cheque (or BACS by arrangement) of 10% of the purchase price. Due to Money Laundering Legislation, a completed Land (truncated)

COMPLETION

Completion is scheduled for 24th April 2023 (this may be earlier by agreement and subject to legal documentation).

SOLICITORS

T A Matthews Solicitors, 1st Floor, Broadway House, 32-35 Broad Street, Hereford HR4 9AR
Trudie Nicholas Tel:
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PRICE GUIDE

Offers in the region of £15,000/acre.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

The agents advise all prospective purchasers when viewing the property to take due care.

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment through the selling agents.

AGENTS ADDRESS

McCartneys LLP, Wylcwm House, Knighton, Powys, LD7 1AE
Telephone:

IMPORTANT NOTICE

McCartneys, for themselves and for the Vendor of this property and any joint agents give notice that;
1. These particulars are intended for guidance only. They are prepared and issued in good faith and are intended to give a fair description but do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Any information should not be relied on as statement or representation of fact or that the property or its services are in good condition.
2. McCartneys have not made any investigations into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution and potential land, air and water contamination, the purchaser is responsible for making his/her own enquiries in this regard.
3. Neither McCartneys nor any of their employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property
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