Lot A - Fosgrove Lane, Shoreditch, Shoreditch, Taunton, TA3

Lot A – Guide: £200,000 - £250,000

Auction to commence 9am and close 3pm

A ring-fenced parcel of productive land (currently sown with potatoes) held within two useful sized enclosures and extending to approximately 19.25 acres (7.79 hectares). Directly accessed from the Council maintained highway known as Fosgrove Lane (formerly known as Duddlestone Lane). Predominantly level in topography with part gently sloping in aspect. Enclosed by natural hedges. Soil comprises of slightly acidic loam and clay type classified as Grade III on the DEFRA Land classification map. Offering a variety of uses including agricultural, equestrian or amenity, subject to any necessary planning consents required.

Lot B – Guide: £100,000 - £150,000

Auction to commence 9am and close 4pm

A single enclosure of meadow ground extending to approximately 8.92 acres (3.61 hectare) and including an attractive pond teaming with wildlife. Positioned on the northern boundary are two stunning ancient oak trees, the oldest believed to date back circa 450 years. Located within a peaceful location and backing onto beautiful open countryside. The field has not had the application of artificial fertilisers or chemicals for over 100 years. Directly accessed from the Council maintained highway known as Fosgrove Lane (formerly known as Duddlestone Lane) and offering a wealth of opportunities (subject to necessary planning consents). Level in topography.

Lot C – Guide: £80,000 - £120,000

Auction to commence 9am and close 5pm

A well-situated parcel of land comprising cider orchard and pastureland. The land and trees require a degree of management but would ideally suit anyone with an interest in artisan cider making, small holder, conservation, equestrian or amenity, subject to any necessary planning consents required. The plot extends to approximately 6.01 acres (2.43 hectares) and is directly accessed from the Council maintained highway known as B3170. The field has not had the application of artificial fertilisers or chemicals for over 100 years.

Tenure:

Lot A – Freehold subject to a cropping license. Vacant possession obtained 1st October 2023.

Lot B - Freehold with vacant possession.

Lot C - Freehold with vacant possession.

VAT: The purchase price is not subject to VAT

Viewing: At any reasonable time, on foot only, with a set of the sale particulars. What3words (Lot A) – tasters.waking.requested.

Closest Postcode: TA3 7BN.

Completion

Completion has been set for 16th August 2023 or earlier by mutual agreement.

Footpaths and Rights of Way

Lot A - subject to right of way abutting part eastern and southern boundaries in favour of a neighbouring property.

Lot B - subject to a public footpath crossing north to south.

Further details of the above contained within the legal pack.

Agent’s Note

Situated within Lot B and C are underground septic tanks used for the benefit of the adjacent properties. Further details contained within the legal pack.

Bidders Registration Fee

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Deposit

Successful bidders will be required to pay to the Cooper and Tanner Client Account the deposit of 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours at the fall of the electronic gavel. The account details will be provided to the successful bidder on conclusion of the auction. Once funds are cleared, they will be transferred on to the account of the solicitor acting for the seller. Please ensure that funds are in an account suitable to be able to make an Electronic Transfer from.

Solicitors

Clarke Willmott, Taunton

Telephone:

Mark Buckerfield acting

Local Council: Somerset Council.

Telephone:

Services: Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries into the adequacy and availability of any services.

Uplift Clause/Overage

Each Lot is offered for sale subject to an uplift clause. Further information contained within the auction legal pack.

Ref: GPT/10721.