Leysters, Leominster, Herefordshire

LAND AT LEYSTERS

An attractive block of approximately 45.34 acres (18.34 hectares) of arable land situated at Leysters, Leominster for sale as a whole, or in two lots, by Informal Tender. Tenders close Friday 26th May 2023 at 12 noon.

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Productive Grade 3 level arable land, benefitting from roadside frontage. The land has a wide range of cropping capabilities and offers possible natural capital, carbon and bio-diversity enhancement opportunities.

THE LAND

The land is contained within two blocks, extending in all to approximately 45.34 acres (18.34 hectares). The property is conveniently situated approximately 4 miles south west of the town of Tenbury Wells and approximately 5 miles north east of the town of Leominster. The land has good roadside access and is within a short distance of the A49.

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The land is currently in arable cropping, and benefits from natural water in part. The land is easily accessible via a number of gateways with roadside frontage onto the council maintained road.

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The land has excellent cropping capabilities and could also lend itself well to livestock grazing in this renowned farming area of North Herefordshire. This productive arable land is classified as Grade 3 and is currently cropped with Oilseed . The land is currently let on a Farm Business Tenancy until 28th September 2023.

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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 mature trees, hedgerows and natural water which may provide opportunities including mitigating carbon in the future.

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The land is for sale as a whole, or in the following two lots;

LOT ONE – 30.74 ACRES (12.44 HECTARES)

A productive block of level arable land extending in all to approximately 30.74 acres (12.44 hectares). The land is split into three conveniently sized parcels and bound by hedge and fence boundaries. The land has good access onto the council maintained road and benefits from natural water along the northern boundary.

LOT TWO – 14.60 ACRES (5.90 HECTARES)

A valuable block of level arable land which is contained within one parcel, and extends to approximately 14.60 acres (5.90 hectares). The land is bound by hedge and fence boundaries with access onto the council maintained road.

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

The property is currently let on a Farm Business Tenancy until 28th September 2023. Vacant possession will be given thereafter, or earlier by arrangement. We have been informed that the property is freehold.

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

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. An overhead electricity line passes across the property in part.

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.

DIRECTIONS

From the town of Leominster, proceed north on the A49 towards Ludlow for approximately 1.5 miles, then turn right towards Leysters. Proceed along the road for 3.5 miles before turning right at the crossroads sign posted towards Leysters Church. Continue along the road, then take the first left. Follow the road for approximately 375m, before Lot 2 can be found on the right hand side of the road as indicated by the McCartneys For Sale board. Continue along the road, and Lot 1 can be found shortly after on the left hand side of the road as indicated by the McCartneys For Sale board.

WHAT3WORDS

Lot 1 ///upstarts.scale.genius

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Lot 2 ///picked.shop.sensibly

ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING

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.

METHOD OF SALE

The property is offered for sale as a whole, or in two lots, by Informal Tender (unless previously sold). The tender forms are available from the Vendor's agents. Tenders close Friday 26th May 2023 at 12 noon. Tenders are to be delivered to; McCartneys LLP, 54 High Street, Kington, Herefordshire, HR5 3BJ marked "Tender - Land at Leysters". 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.

PRICE GUIDE

Offers in the region of £12,000 - £15,000/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)