Land at Whitton - Lot 1

LOT ONE – 42.82 ACRES (17.33 HECTARES)

A productive block of level permanent grassland extending in all to approximately 42.82 acres (17.33 hectares). The land is bound by hedge and fence boundaries with access onto the council maintained road. The land benefits from natural water, and we are informed that mains is available in the public highway. The land may have arable cropping potential, subject to the necessary consents.

THE LAND

The land lies within a ring fence and is situated approximately 3.5 miles east of the market town of Ludlow, with good road links to the A49.

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The land is currently used for grazing livestock and benefits from natural water. The land is easily accessible via the roadside frontage onto the council maintained road.

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The land would have excellent stocking capabilities in this renowned farming area of South Shropshire. This productive grassland is classified as Grade 2 and 3 and could also support a wide range of arable cropping including root and cereal crops, subject to consent. The vendor can provide historic field records if required.

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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 future. The land benefits from a plethora of biodiversity in the form of permanent pasture, mature trees, woodland, hedgerows, and natural water which may provide opportunities including mitigating carbon in the future.

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. No Basic Payment Entitlements will transfer with the sale of this property.

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP

None.

INGOINGS

The land is sold free from ingoings.

SERVICES

None.

TENURE

We have been informed that the property is freehold. Vacant possession will be given on 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 both Lots 1 and 2 which is shown on the lotting plan within these details.
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.

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 ///wonderful.diet.clauses

Lot 2 ///social.describe.increased

DIRECTIONS

From the town of Ludlow, proceed south on the A49. After approximately 4 miles, turn left at the crossroads shortly before Ashford Bowdler, sign posted to Caynham. Continue along the road for approximately 4 miles, then turn right. Proceed along the road for 500m, before both Lots 1 and 2 can be found on the right handside of the road 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 Friday 24th March 2023 at 12 noon. Tenders are to be delivered to; McCartneys LLP, 54 High Street, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BJ marked “Tender – Land at Whitton, Ludlow”.

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The tender forms and legal pack will be available from the Vendor’s solicitors and agents approximately fourteen days prior to the tender closing date. The Vendor’s solicitors and agents may make a charge for the contract packs.

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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.

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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 Registry Identity Form (ID1) must also accompany the submitted tender for each potential purchaser. The deposit cheque should be made payable to Norris and Miles Solicitors.

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The Vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest, or indeed, any offer. The Vendor reserves the right to accept offers prior to the tender date.

COMPLETION

Completion is scheduled for 21st April 2023 (this may be earlier by agreement and subject to legal documentation).

SOLICITORS

Norris and Miles Solicitors, 6 Market Square, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, WR15 8BW
Mr Nick Walker Tel:

PRICE GUIDE

Offers in the region of £12,000/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.

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
4. The images show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time they were taken/created. Any areas, measurements or distances given are approximate (truncated)