Pasture / Grassland at Highfield

Foreword

The land lies within ten enclosures set within a ring fence and amounts to approximately 40.15 acres (16.25 ha) currently laid to permanent pasture, adjacent to the River Onny, offering potential for agricultural, equestrian, amenity, or recreational purposes.

It has been farmed in good heart for many years as prime agricultural pastureland and can produce good quality livestock and commodities.

The land is predominately level with some gently sloping parcels. Most parcels are suitable for mowing, if required, and served by natural water supplies. The land is well fenced and bounded by mixed species mature hedgerows.

The land is conveniently situated within the renowned farming area of South Shropshire, approximately 4 miles from the popular market town of Craven Arms, which is close to the Welsh borders and the Marches and is located on the A49 carriageway between Shrewsbury and Hereford and the heart of Wales railway line. The town lies in the valley of the River (truncated)

Building

There are no buildings on the land.

Uplift Clause / Overage Agreement

The land is being offered for sale subject to an uplift clause stating that if within 25 years from the purchase date the buyer develops the land or obtains planning permission for such, 50% of any increase in value is payable to the current seller.

Tenure

Is Freehold.

Possession

Vacant possession available upon completion.

Sporting Rights

These are in hand and will pass with the sale of the freehold.

Timber

All growing timber is included in the sale of the property.

Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)

The land is registered with the RPA. No BPS entitlements are included in the sale, however, they will be available by separate negotiation, The land lies in the SDA region of England, Further information can be sought from the Rural Payments Agency, PO Box 69, Reading RG1 3YD Tel.

Agri-Environment Schemes

There is no stewardship agreement on the land.

Local Authority

Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury
SY2 6ND Tel.

Plans, Areas & Schedules

These are based on the Rural Land Register Map and are for reference only. They have been checked and computed by the agents and the purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error or mis-statement shall not annul the sale, nor entitle either party to compensation.
The plan is for the purposes of identification only and is based on the Ordnance Survey Sheets.

Planning

The land is sold subject to any development plan, tree preservation order, town planning schedule, resolution or notice which may be or become to be in force, and subject to any road widening or improvement schemes, land charges and statutory provisions or bylaws without any obligation on the vendors to specify them.

Boundaries

The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or ownership thereof.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way

The property is sold subject to, and with the benefit of, all easements and quasi-easements and rights of way, declared and undeclared.

There is a public footpath / bridleway that traverses the land.

There is a water reservoir in SO4087 5109 that served the neighbouring property, Bank Farm, which will retain a right of access for maintenance. There is also an electric pump sited on the side of the access.

Access

The land is approached off the Craven Arms to Churchstoke road, via a private track leading to the land. The neighbouring property benefits from a right of way over this track, and there will be maintenance responsibilities for the track, as and when required.

Water

The land benefits from natural water supplies.

Guide Price

This is an indication of the seller's current minimum acceptable price. The guide price is given to assist prospective purchasers in deciding whether or not to pursue a purchase.

Method of Sale

The land is offered for sale by Informal Tender. Written tenders are to be received in writing at the McCartneys, Craven Arms office on the prepared Tender Form by no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 21st December 2022.
Tenders to be placed in a sealed envelope and marked Land at Highfield’.
The Vendor reserves the right to refuse the highest or indeed any tender.

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations

The successful purchaser should please provide a photographic form of ID such as driver’s licence or passport, and a utility bill or bank statement confirming their home address.

Health & Safety

The Agent advises all prospective purchasers when viewing the property to take due care.

Viewing

Strictly by prior appointment with the agents - McCartneys Tel: . Opening Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm