Chittlehampton

A level and gently sloping area of pasture land. 71.74 acres (29.03 hectares). Suitable for grazing and mowing. Mostly south-west facing aspect. Including a small area of woodland which runs down to a stream. FREEHOLD

Situation - West Irishborough lies in a peaceful rural location in north Devon, surrounded by gently rolling countryside and near to the villages of Chittlehampton and Swimbridge.

Chittlehampton has the notable St. Hieritha’s parish church, Post Office & general store, active cricket and football clubs and the popular The Bell Inn pub. Swimbridge also has a fine church (of which Jack Russell, the breeder of terriers was vicar), a primary school and The Jack Russell pub.

The market town of South Molton is within 6.5 miles and has a more comprehensive range of shops, bakeries, butchers, primary and secondary schools, a supermarket as well as weekly livestock and farmers markets. Barnstaple is within 6 miles.

West Buckland School is within 6 miles and there is a bus route to Blundells School, Tiverton nearby.

The A361 (North Devon Link Road) can be accessed within 4.5 miles and provides a link to the M5 motorway at Junction 27, nearby to which is Tiverton Parkway rail station with mainline services to London Paddington. Umberleigh Station (4.8 miles) is on the picturesque Tarka Line which runs between Barnstaple and Exeter.

Exmoor National Park is nearby and is known for its hundreds of square miles of superb unspoilt scenery, and the North Devon surfing beaches of Putsborough, Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are all within reach.

For golf, The Royal North Devon Golf Club and Saunton Golf Club are both approximately 15 miles away.

Description - The land comprises Lot 2 of West Irishborough Farm and totals approximately 71.74 acres (29.03 hectares)

Lot 2 comprises the farm land to the south of the farmstead which is currently all used for grazing and mowing.

These fields are either level or gently sloping with a mostly south-west facing aspect and are enclosed by mature hedgerows.

Access is via an existing gateway on the drive to West Irishborough and there is a small area of woodland on the eastern boundary which runs down to a flowing stream.

Services - If Lot 1 and Lot 2 are sold separately, the purchaser of Lot 2 will be required to install their own borehole.

Tenure - The farm is owned freehold and is registered on the Land Registry.

Vacant possession will be available from completion.

Land Management - The farm is within a Mid Tier Countryside Stewardship agreement until 31st December 2027.

The land is let on a grazing licence until 19th October 2024. Notice can be served to terminate this licence earlier, from 1st August.

Local Authority - North Devon District Council. Tel: . (

Council Tax Band F.

Designations - The farm is within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ).

Plans & Boundary Fences - A plan, which is not to scale and is not to be relied upon, is attached to these particulars. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to its accuracy.

The purchaser of Lot 2 will be required to erect a new fence between fields 3516 and 3308.

Sporting & Mineral Rights - The sporting and mineral rights insofar as they are owned, are included with the freehold of the whole farm.

Wayleaves & Rights Of Way - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any wayleave agreements and any public or private rights of way or bridleways etc.

There are no public footpaths passing through LOT 2.

There is no annual payment for the two electricity pylons which are situated on land belonging to West Irishborough (LOT 2)

Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with Stags. Please call: or to arrange an appointment.

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Warnings - Farms and land can be dangerous places. Please take care when viewing the property, particularly in the vicinity of farm buildings and livestock.

Disclaimer - These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose.