Land for sale

* Best and Final Offers by 12 noon on Thursday, April 8th 2021 *An Opportunity to purchase a 8.94 acre (3.62 ha) ring-fenced block of amenity grassland with small stone barn close to the village of Ampleforth within the North York Moors National Park.The land is gently undulating enjoying a secluded location set back from the road with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. There is excellent road frontage with water supplied by a natural stream and electricity crossing the site. There is scope for a range of uses including agriculture, amenity and equestrian use and the potential to convert or removate the barn (subject to the necessary consents).

BEST AND FINAL OFFERS BY 12 NOON ON THURSDAY, APRIL 8TH 2021
LOCATION
The land lies 100m to the north of the village of Ampleforth immediately east of High Bank Road. It is located approximately 4 miles south of Helmsley, 9 miles east of Thirsk and 6 miles north east of Easingwold. The land lies between 70 and 130m above sea level.
DESCRIPTION
8.94 Acres (3.62 ha). The land comprises a ring-fenced block of gently sloping permanent grassland. The land is divided into two parcels which are well fenced with stock proof post and wire to the boundaries. Access is off High Bank with a wide gated access and stock handling area at the entrance.
Upon the land is a small stone barn which has scope for conversion or renovation (subject to the necessary consents) and enjoys enviable views over the North York Moors National Par.
A small stream flows through the land and supplies a small wildlife pond. It is bounded by a mix of semi mature native woodland comprising alder, ash and holly among other species.
BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME & ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES
The land is not registered for the BPS and no BPS Entitlements are included in the sale. None of the land is in any Environmental Stewardship Scheme.
PLANNNG MATTERS
The current owner considers that there may be scope to establish a new dwelling on the site under paragraph 79 of the National Planning Policy Framework. Initial discussions have been held with the planning authority and preliminary sketches produced but no formal application has been submitted. Purchasers should seek their own independent planning advice on the matter.
SERVICES
A natural stream flows through the land providing water for livestock. Electricity crosses the site however there is no current connection.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
DIRECTIONS
From Helmsley, proceed west on the A170 towards Thirsk. After 4 miles, take the left hand turn signed Ampleforth and continue on High Street for 1/2 mile before turning right onto High Bank. Proceed down the road and the land is on the left-hand side marked by a Lister Haigh For Sale board before reaching the village.
MINERAL RIGHTS
The mineral rights are included in the sale.
SPORTING RIGHTS
The sporting rights are included in the sale.
RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all restrictive covenants, both public and private, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS & RIGHTS OF WAY
The property is sold subject to all Rights of Way, public and private, which may affect the property.
Notwithstanding the above, an overhead electricity line crosses the site which is believed to be covered under a wayleave agreement.
NITRATE VULNERABLE ZONES
None of the land is within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
North York Moors National Park Authority, Danby Lodge, Lodge Lane, Whitby, YO21 2NB
Tel: 01439 772700 www.northyorkmoors.org.uk
METHOD OF SALE
The property is offered for sale by private treaty although the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by any other method.
TENURE AND OCCUPATION
The tenure of the property is understood to be freehold. Vacant possession will be available upon completion.
VIEWING
The property may be viewed at any reasonable time while in possession of these particulars.
PLANS AND AREAS
The plans attached to these particulars are a copy of the Ordnance Survey Promap Plan. The areas given may vary from the Rural Land Registry plans and previous Ordnance Survey Sheets, field data sheets and deed plans. All plans in these particulars are for identification purposes only and areas are approximate and subject to the verification in the title documents.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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