Lot 2 - Great Botley Copse, Oxenwood, Shalbourne, SN8 3NG

DESCRIPTION:
Great Botley Copse comprises 39.59 acres of mature deciduous woodland, with adjoining 9.88 acres of arable land, plus 0.21 acres to the east of the highway.

The woodland comprises a canopy of beech, oak, sycamore, ash and cherry, with an understory of hazel, hawthorn, privet, elder and silver birch, with extensive ground flora of primrose, blue bells and wild garlic.

The woodland offers a diverse variety of woodland types with areas of mature trees, semi mature coppiced areas of newly replant woodland and areas of open ground with woodland flora. The woods offer far-reaching views over open countryside in a tranquil setting.

A large amount of ash has been cleared in recent years, approximately two-thirds of which has been replanted in 2023/24. The remaining third will need to be re-stocked in the coming years, at the purchasers expense.

Part of the woodland to the north east, approximately 14.53 acres (5.88 ha) is designated as Ancient and Semi Natural Woodland. The woodland is accessed via a gated entrance from the public highway, with a secondary access from the arable land.

A Woodland Management Plan has been approved by the Forestry Commission in July 2020, a copy is available from the Selling Agent.

There a Scheduled Monument within the woodland, known as part of "Great Botley Copse Long Barrow and Disc Barrow (List Entry 1005692)" being Neolithic burial monuments. A second Scheduled Monument "Bowl Barrow" (List Entry 1012301) is located on the western boundary of the arable land.

The arable land comprises a triangular shaped field parcel, accessed from the northern point. The soils comprise free draining shallow calcareous rich soils over chalk. The land is classified as Grade 3.

There are no public rights of way over the land.

National Grid Pylon (Reference YYM122) is situated within the arable land, with over sail running east to west.

TELECOMS MAST:
The property is subject to two telecommunication mast Leases.
Cell Site WIL134 is located on the south east boundary of the woodland and generates a rent of £2,000 p.a.

Cell Site WIL068 is situated to the northern side of the woodland and also generates £2,000 p.a.

A copy of the two Leases are available from the Selling Agent.

SPORTING RIGHTS:
The sporting rights are included in the sale of the freehold. There are frequent sightings of roe, fallow and muntjac deer.

TENURE AND POSSESSION:
Freehold with Vacant Possession on Completion.

LOCATION:
See attached Location Plan over.

Great Botley Copse is situated to the north of the rural village of Oxenwood, south of the A338. The woodland is located within the rural Parish of Shalborne, within the North Wessex Downs AONB. The property is mainly surrounded by agricultural arable land.

Grid Reference: SU295601.
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VIEWING:
Viewing is possible on foot without an appointment at any time during daylight hours so long as prospective purchasers are in possession of a set of these Sale Particulars. Please take care when viewing as the great outdoors contains unexpected hazards and woodlands are no exceptions. You should exercise common sense and caution such as wearing appropriate footwear and avoiding trip hazards and steep banks.

TITLE:
The property is registered with HM Land Registry Title No: WT281451. A copy of the Title document is available from the Selling Agent.

PLANNING
Current planning regulations permit the use of land for up to 28 days in any calendar year for any purpose including clay pigeon shooting (but not motor car or motor cycle racing, motocross, speed trials etc - which are limited to 14 days) including camping and other certain recreational uses.

The calm nature of the surroundings make this an exceptionally pleasant wood that should appeal to a wide range of aspiring woodland owners.

METHOD OF SALE:
Great Botley Copse is offered for sale Freehold and by Private Treaty. Prospective purchasers should register their interest with the Selling Agents to whom offers should be submitted.

PRICE GUIDE:
The property is being offered as whole or in two lots:-
Lot 1 - 39.59 acres of Mature Deciduous Woodland, Price Guide: £285,000
Lot 2 - 9.88 acres of Arable Land, Price Guide: £100,000
Whole - 49.47 acres of Woodland and Farmland, Price Guide: £385,000

CONTACT:
Ian Judd & Partners LLP, 4 High Street, Bishops Waltham
Ian Judd or Henry Brice

ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING COMPLIANCE
In accordance with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and
Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, the Selling Agents are required to undertake due diligence on property purchasers. Once an offer has been accepted, the prospective purchaser(s) will need to provide, as a minimum, proof of identify and residence, proof of source of funds for the purchase, and complete a purchasers questionnaire before the transaction can proceed.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Ian Judd and Partners LLP and their Clients give notice that:
1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not for part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Ian Judd and Partners have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. 3. The reference to any mechanical or electrical equipment or other facilities at the property shall not constitute a representation (unless otherwise stated) as to its state or condition or that it is capable of fulfilling its intended function and prospective purchasers/tenants should satisfy themselves as to the fitness of such equipment for their requirements. We have not made any investigations into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution of land, air or water contamination and the purchaser is responsible for making his own enquiries in this regard. 4. Tax may be payable in addition to the purchase price of any property according to law. Ian Judd and Partners is a Limited Liability Partnership. March 2024