Land for sale
Slamannan, Falkirk, Stirling and Falkirk, FK1 3DR
Guide Price
£870,000
Residential Tags: Farmhouse
Property Tags: Development Potential, Equestrian, Grain Storage, Livestock Farm, Smallholding, Traditional Buildings
Land Tags: Arable Land, Pasture Land
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Nov 2021
- Removed: Nov 2021
- Residential Tags: Farmhouse
- Property Tags: Development Potential, Equestrian, Grain Storage, Livestock Farm, Smallholding, Traditional Buildings
- Land Tags: Arable Land, Pasture Land
SITUATION
Dyke Farm is situated just ½ a mile to the north of the popular settlement of Slamannan and approximately 5.5 miles south west of the town Falkirk providing an excellent range of shops, retail outlets, and other professional services together with good leisure and recreational facilities.
Dyke Farm is conveniently located within Central Scotland only a short distance from all main arterial routes including the M9 and M8 allowing swift access to Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh, with Edinburgh Airport and the Forth Road Bridge beyond. Rail links are available from nearby Polmont and Falkirk train stations, both with services to Edinburgh and Glasgow, and a regular bus service leads from Avonbridge to surrounding areas as well as Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Nursery and primary schooling is available at Slamannan Primary school which is located just under a mile from the property, with secondary schooling available at Falkirk High School located some 6 miles from the property.
The surrounding area is well catered for by established agricultural contractors and suppliers alongside excellent and ever growing equestrian and agricultural outlets at Stirling Agricultural Centre about 22 miles to the north west of the property.
DESCRIPTION
Dyke Farm comprises a productive and versatile mixed farming unit extending to about 47.92 Ha (118.41 Acres) in total and is centred on an attractive traditional farmhouse and an adaptable range of traditional and modern farm buildings. The farmhouse and farm buildings are located centrally within the holding and are accessed directly off the minor public road which leads east from the B803. The farmland is split into 6 separate blocks by a network of public roads which lead in various directions from the farmhouse and farmyard.
The land has been classified as a mixture of Grade 4 and Grade 5 by the James Hutton Institute and is predominantly all down to a mix of silage, pasture and grazing ground.
HISTORY
The current owners acquired the property in 1988 and the farming system was centred on a mixed livestock and sheep enterprise with cereals grown as part of the rotation and with grain and straw used for home consumption. The land has benefitted from a healthy application of farmyard manure over the years helping to improve and maintain the fertility and structure of the soil.
The farm steading has been used as a base for the current owner’s livestock and sheep enterprise, and although latterly stocking numbers have been reduced in recent years, the farm with the addition of approximately 200 acres let on a seasonal basis, originally carried around 145 suckler cows plus followers with 1,100 sheep.
METHOD OF SALE
Dyke Farm is offered for sale a whole or in 3 lots as follows:
LOT 1 DYKE FARM COMPRISES A PRODUCTIVE AND VERSATILE SMALL HOLDING EXTENDING TO 12.68 HA (31.33 ACRES) IN TOTAL.
The property is centred on an attractive traditional farmhouse and an adaptable range of traditional and modern farm buildings. The farmhouse and farm buildings are located to the north of the holding and are accessed directly off the minor public road which leads east from the B803. The farmland is split into 3 separate enclosures lies to the south and east of farmhouse and farmyard. The range of traditional and modern farm buildings would be well suited to a range of equestrian or amenity uses, but also may present further development potential (subject to obtaining necessary planning consents) for other residential or other business uses.
DYKE FARMHOUSE
Dyke Farmhouse is located centrally within the holding and is accessed directly off the minor public road which leads east from the B803 culminating in a large area of tarmac and concrete to the rear of the house providing ample space for parking for a number of vehicles. The farmhouse is of traditional stone construction set under a slate roof and benefits from southerly views over the surrounding countryside towards Slamannan. The house provides spacious and well laid out accommodation over two levels and benefits from a sufficient area of surrounding ground which may provide the opportunity for potential extension of the existing accommodation. The accommodation and room dimensions are set out in more detail in the floor plans contained within these particulars.
Garden Ground
To the front of the farmhouse there is an attractive area of garden ground which is mostly laid to lawn and is enclosed by a stone wall to the front and a number of mature trees to the west providing a significant level of shelter and privacy. To the north west of the property there is a further area of lawn and a drying green which is accessed via a separate drive which leads to the rear of the farmhouse and adjacent traditional building. There is a small tin roofed store adjacent to the farmhouse.
FARM BUILDINGS
The farm buildings within Lot 1 are situated in a group adjacent to the farmhouse and to the south of the minor public road. They provide an excellent range of adaptable modern and traditional buildings as follows:
Traditional Barn (21.0m x 6.5m) located adjacent to the farmhouse of stone and slate construction with a concrete floor. The building may present further development opportunities for alternative residential or business use subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. The barley bruising, mixer and bins situated in this buildings are included in the sale.
Pole Barn (22.7m x 18.2m) of timber frame construction under a tin roof with block walls and a stone floor with a central feed passage.
Implement Shed (28.3m x 8.5m + 18.2m x 4.95m) of steel portal and timber frame construction under a tin roof with a part concrete and part stone floor. The building is currently used as a workshop and for machinery storage.
Modern Store (12.1m x 7.32m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile roof and side cladding with a part concrete and earth floor.
Pair of adjoining straw sheds:
Straw Shed 1 (24.3m x 12.1m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile roof with concrete panel walls and an earth and stone floor.
Straw Shed 2/Grain Store 2 (30.4m x 12.1m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile roof with concrete panel walls with a part concrete and earth/stone floor.
Cattle Court (30.9m x 17.7m) of steel portal frame construction under a corrugated roof with block walls, Yorkshire board side cladding, and a stone floor with a central feed passage.
Timber Stable (7.31m x 3.65m) located in the yard area of timber frame construction providing two stables.
Office (3.6m x 2.39m) located adjacent to the farmhouse, of brick construction under a tin roof with a concrete floor.
LOT 1 FARMLAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 12.68 HA (31.33 ACRES)
The farmland in Lot 1 extends to approximately 12.68 Ha (31.33 Acres) in total and is located to the south of the farmhouse and buildings and is accessed directly from the farm steading or via the public road which bounds the land to the west. The land has been classified as Grade 4 and Grade 5 by the James Hutton Institute and is currently all down to pasture. The land is generally of a southerly aspect rising from 147m adjacent to the River Avon to 167m above sea level at its highest point to north western boundary of the farm steading.
LOT 2 – LAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 28.53 HA (70.50 ACRES)
The land within Lot 2 extends in total to approximately 28.53 Ha (70.50 Acres) and is located to the north of the range of farm buildings and comprises a mix of pasture and grazing ground. The land is of a southerly aspect and rises from 163m on the south western boundary to 180m above sea level at its highest point on the northern boundary of the land holding. The enclosures are accessed directly from the B803. The farmland is classified as Grade 4 and 5 by the James Hutton Institute.
LOT 3 – FARM BUILDINGS AND LAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 6.71 HA (16.58 ACRES)
Located on the opposite side of the public road from Lot 1, there is the remainder of the modern farm steading comprising:
Pole Barn 2 (24.7m x 8.8m) of timber frame construction under a box profile roof with concrete panel walls and a stone floor.
Outdoor Silage Pit, with concrete walls and floor and capacity for approximately 2,000 tonnes plus.
Lambing Shed (48.7m x 9.06m) of steel portal frame construction under a tin roof with block and concrete panel walls, a stone floor and Ventair side cladding.
Principal Cattle Shed (48.7m x 23.2m) of steel portal frame construction under a corrugated roof with block walls and two raised concrete feed passages.
Lean-to Sheds, adjoining to the principal Cattle Shed there are two Lean-to Sheds:
Shed 1 (48.7m x 8.4m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile non-drip sheet roof, block walls, box profile side cladding and a stone floor.
Shed 2 (48.7m x 8.4m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile non-drip sheet roof, block walls, Yorkshire board side cladding and a stone floor.
Yard Area, located to north of the buildings there is large area of hard standing used for machinery and fodder storage.
LOT 3 FARMLAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 6.71 HA (16.58 ACRES)
The land within Lot 3 extends in total to approximately 6.71 Ha (16.58 Acres) and surrounds the farm buildings and comprises a mix of ploughable pasture and grazing ground. The land is generally level with a slight westerly aspect and rising from 163m on the western boundary to 170m above sea level at its highest point on the south eastern boundary of the land holding. The enclosures are accessed from the farm buildings or directly from the minor public road which bounds the land to the south. The farmland is all classified as Grade 4.1 by the James Hutton Institute and the majority of the ground is well suited to use for fodder production and grazing land.
WHAT3WORD
EPC Rating = F
Marketed by: Galbraith, Stirling
Dyke Farm is situated just ½ a mile to the north of the popular settlement of Slamannan and approximately 5.5 miles south west of the town Falkirk providing an excellent range of shops, retail outlets, and other professional services together with good leisure and recreational facilities.
Dyke Farm is conveniently located within Central Scotland only a short distance from all main arterial routes including the M9 and M8 allowing swift access to Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh, with Edinburgh Airport and the Forth Road Bridge beyond. Rail links are available from nearby Polmont and Falkirk train stations, both with services to Edinburgh and Glasgow, and a regular bus service leads from Avonbridge to surrounding areas as well as Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Nursery and primary schooling is available at Slamannan Primary school which is located just under a mile from the property, with secondary schooling available at Falkirk High School located some 6 miles from the property.
The surrounding area is well catered for by established agricultural contractors and suppliers alongside excellent and ever growing equestrian and agricultural outlets at Stirling Agricultural Centre about 22 miles to the north west of the property.
DESCRIPTION
Dyke Farm comprises a productive and versatile mixed farming unit extending to about 47.92 Ha (118.41 Acres) in total and is centred on an attractive traditional farmhouse and an adaptable range of traditional and modern farm buildings. The farmhouse and farm buildings are located centrally within the holding and are accessed directly off the minor public road which leads east from the B803. The farmland is split into 6 separate blocks by a network of public roads which lead in various directions from the farmhouse and farmyard.
The land has been classified as a mixture of Grade 4 and Grade 5 by the James Hutton Institute and is predominantly all down to a mix of silage, pasture and grazing ground.
HISTORY
The current owners acquired the property in 1988 and the farming system was centred on a mixed livestock and sheep enterprise with cereals grown as part of the rotation and with grain and straw used for home consumption. The land has benefitted from a healthy application of farmyard manure over the years helping to improve and maintain the fertility and structure of the soil.
The farm steading has been used as a base for the current owner’s livestock and sheep enterprise, and although latterly stocking numbers have been reduced in recent years, the farm with the addition of approximately 200 acres let on a seasonal basis, originally carried around 145 suckler cows plus followers with 1,100 sheep.
METHOD OF SALE
Dyke Farm is offered for sale a whole or in 3 lots as follows:
LOT 1 DYKE FARM COMPRISES A PRODUCTIVE AND VERSATILE SMALL HOLDING EXTENDING TO 12.68 HA (31.33 ACRES) IN TOTAL.
The property is centred on an attractive traditional farmhouse and an adaptable range of traditional and modern farm buildings. The farmhouse and farm buildings are located to the north of the holding and are accessed directly off the minor public road which leads east from the B803. The farmland is split into 3 separate enclosures lies to the south and east of farmhouse and farmyard. The range of traditional and modern farm buildings would be well suited to a range of equestrian or amenity uses, but also may present further development potential (subject to obtaining necessary planning consents) for other residential or other business uses.
DYKE FARMHOUSE
Dyke Farmhouse is located centrally within the holding and is accessed directly off the minor public road which leads east from the B803 culminating in a large area of tarmac and concrete to the rear of the house providing ample space for parking for a number of vehicles. The farmhouse is of traditional stone construction set under a slate roof and benefits from southerly views over the surrounding countryside towards Slamannan. The house provides spacious and well laid out accommodation over two levels and benefits from a sufficient area of surrounding ground which may provide the opportunity for potential extension of the existing accommodation. The accommodation and room dimensions are set out in more detail in the floor plans contained within these particulars.
Garden Ground
To the front of the farmhouse there is an attractive area of garden ground which is mostly laid to lawn and is enclosed by a stone wall to the front and a number of mature trees to the west providing a significant level of shelter and privacy. To the north west of the property there is a further area of lawn and a drying green which is accessed via a separate drive which leads to the rear of the farmhouse and adjacent traditional building. There is a small tin roofed store adjacent to the farmhouse.
FARM BUILDINGS
The farm buildings within Lot 1 are situated in a group adjacent to the farmhouse and to the south of the minor public road. They provide an excellent range of adaptable modern and traditional buildings as follows:
Traditional Barn (21.0m x 6.5m) located adjacent to the farmhouse of stone and slate construction with a concrete floor. The building may present further development opportunities for alternative residential or business use subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. The barley bruising, mixer and bins situated in this buildings are included in the sale.
Pole Barn (22.7m x 18.2m) of timber frame construction under a tin roof with block walls and a stone floor with a central feed passage.
Implement Shed (28.3m x 8.5m + 18.2m x 4.95m) of steel portal and timber frame construction under a tin roof with a part concrete and part stone floor. The building is currently used as a workshop and for machinery storage.
Modern Store (12.1m x 7.32m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile roof and side cladding with a part concrete and earth floor.
Pair of adjoining straw sheds:
Straw Shed 1 (24.3m x 12.1m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile roof with concrete panel walls and an earth and stone floor.
Straw Shed 2/Grain Store 2 (30.4m x 12.1m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile roof with concrete panel walls with a part concrete and earth/stone floor.
Cattle Court (30.9m x 17.7m) of steel portal frame construction under a corrugated roof with block walls, Yorkshire board side cladding, and a stone floor with a central feed passage.
Timber Stable (7.31m x 3.65m) located in the yard area of timber frame construction providing two stables.
Office (3.6m x 2.39m) located adjacent to the farmhouse, of brick construction under a tin roof with a concrete floor.
LOT 1 FARMLAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 12.68 HA (31.33 ACRES)
The farmland in Lot 1 extends to approximately 12.68 Ha (31.33 Acres) in total and is located to the south of the farmhouse and buildings and is accessed directly from the farm steading or via the public road which bounds the land to the west. The land has been classified as Grade 4 and Grade 5 by the James Hutton Institute and is currently all down to pasture. The land is generally of a southerly aspect rising from 147m adjacent to the River Avon to 167m above sea level at its highest point to north western boundary of the farm steading.
LOT 2 – LAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 28.53 HA (70.50 ACRES)
The land within Lot 2 extends in total to approximately 28.53 Ha (70.50 Acres) and is located to the north of the range of farm buildings and comprises a mix of pasture and grazing ground. The land is of a southerly aspect and rises from 163m on the south western boundary to 180m above sea level at its highest point on the northern boundary of the land holding. The enclosures are accessed directly from the B803. The farmland is classified as Grade 4 and 5 by the James Hutton Institute.
LOT 3 – FARM BUILDINGS AND LAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 6.71 HA (16.58 ACRES)
Located on the opposite side of the public road from Lot 1, there is the remainder of the modern farm steading comprising:
Pole Barn 2 (24.7m x 8.8m) of timber frame construction under a box profile roof with concrete panel walls and a stone floor.
Outdoor Silage Pit, with concrete walls and floor and capacity for approximately 2,000 tonnes plus.
Lambing Shed (48.7m x 9.06m) of steel portal frame construction under a tin roof with block and concrete panel walls, a stone floor and Ventair side cladding.
Principal Cattle Shed (48.7m x 23.2m) of steel portal frame construction under a corrugated roof with block walls and two raised concrete feed passages.
Lean-to Sheds, adjoining to the principal Cattle Shed there are two Lean-to Sheds:
Shed 1 (48.7m x 8.4m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile non-drip sheet roof, block walls, box profile side cladding and a stone floor.
Shed 2 (48.7m x 8.4m) of steel portal frame construction under a box profile non-drip sheet roof, block walls, Yorkshire board side cladding and a stone floor.
Yard Area, located to north of the buildings there is large area of hard standing used for machinery and fodder storage.
LOT 3 FARMLAND EXTENDING TO ABOUT 6.71 HA (16.58 ACRES)
The land within Lot 3 extends in total to approximately 6.71 Ha (16.58 Acres) and surrounds the farm buildings and comprises a mix of ploughable pasture and grazing ground. The land is generally level with a slight westerly aspect and rising from 163m on the western boundary to 170m above sea level at its highest point on the south eastern boundary of the land holding. The enclosures are accessed from the farm buildings or directly from the minor public road which bounds the land to the south. The farmland is all classified as Grade 4.1 by the James Hutton Institute and the majority of the ground is well suited to use for fodder production and grazing land.
WHAT3WORD
EPC Rating = F
Marketed by: Galbraith, Stirling
Land Registry Data
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