Amenity Land on Purls Hill

This parcel of amenity land has been recognized by Natural England for the antiquity of the site – undulating sandy hills and designated pastureland with various noted grass species, alongside small & large mammal populations, butterfly species and insects. A beautiful and secluded wildlife haven. A lower ground area is more scrub/wetland where there was once a natural pond. The land has been largely untouched for decades and we believe that a suitable buyer will be interested in owning their own established nature reserve. The site could also offer the potential for livestock and/or the possibility of a vineyard, subject to feasibility/soil tests.

Accessed down a narrow rural lane, called Purls Hill, in an enviable and undulating piece of countryside, largely surrounded by farmland within the picturesque Colne Valley. The lane leads down to Hulls Mill and Weir before reaching the river Colne. Another local landmark is Dynes Hall, a private country estate with narrow lanes and Bluebell woods. The whole area offers an extensive network of footpaths which lead to some beautiful, scenic hilltop vantage points with far reaching views. The local villages of Great Maplestead, Gestingthorpe and The Hedinghams are nearby. Castle Hedingham, is a quintessential village with a beautiful Norman Castle. Halstead is the nearest market town with good accessibility to Braintree (A120) and Stansted, Colchester and A12.

Viewing strictly by appointment. When viewing the site, buyers must be careful not to disturb the many ant hills and in many parts, the land is rugged. Suitable footwear must be worn (ideally wellington boots).  The land is not suitable for children to be present when viewing. Access is currently restricted. Please contact the office for more details.

One public footpath.

Watermain crosses.

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