Brinkworth, Wiltshire, SN15

Description

The land extends to about 176.05 acres (71.30 ha) of fertile grassland with a clay loam soil. The land is divided into two convenient sized parcels, separated by the railway line and accessible via an underpass and bridge. The grassland is a productive permanent grass ley which is cropped each year for fodder and grazed, and has been managed to a high standard, being capable of producing heavy yielding crops. The parcel of ground to the north of the railway line, extending to about 122.87 acres (49.76 ha) is level, on the top and adjacent to the B4042, then gently sloping downward with useful sized fields divided by mature stockproof hedges. There is a useful parcel of woodland with native hardwood trees including Ash and Sycamore which adds character to the holding as well as providing conservation and environmental interest. The southern parcel extends to about 53.18 acres (21.54 ha) of level ground bordered by the Brinkworth Brook and has been grazed with livestock.

Situation

The land at Lodge Farm lies in an enviable position in Brinkworth, just south of the B4042 between Royal Wootton Bassett and Malmesbury. Brinkworth is a popular village with a range of local facilities including a primary school, village hall and the Three Crowns public house. The property is well served for access to the M4 Junction 16 (7 miles) and mainline railway station at Swindon (12 miles) for fast trains to London (London Paddington 52 minutes). The market towns of Royal Wootton Bassett, Chippenham and Malmesbury all offer a good range of commercial, educational, shopping and recreational services.

2024 Licences

The land to the north of the railway line is subject to a Licence until 31st October 2024. The land to the south of the railway line is subject to a Licence until 15th November 2024.

Overage Clause

An Overage clause will be included in the contract to cover any situation where permitted development or planning permission is granted for a change of use of the land within the next 25 years to a use other than agricultural or equestrian, the vendors will be entitled to 25% of the uplift in value. Further details from the Agents.

Sporting, Timber & Mineral Rights

The sporting rights are in hand. The mineral and standing timber rights are included as far as they are owned.

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way

The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all matters contained in or referred to in the title deeds together with all existing rights of way whether public or private including wayleaves, easements, covenants, restrictions and obligations whether specifically referred to in these sale particulars or not. The buyer shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and the ownership thereof. There is a public footpath that runs east-west just to the north of the railway line BRIN26 and BRIN30 runs north-south in a field. The vehicular access to the land from the B4042 is via a right of way for all purposes up the track for about 250m and then turning left into the land.

Services

There is a metered mains water supply to the land.

Method of Sale

The property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole with vacant possession upon completion.

Schemes

The majority of the property is within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone. The land has not been entered for any SFI or Countryside Stewardship Schemes and thus creating useful opportunities to submit a suitable application and benefit financially and environmentally.

Directions

From Royal Wootton Bassett, take the B4042 westwards, through the village of Brinkworth, pass the Three Crowns public house and after a further 1 ½ miles, the property will be found on the left-hand side as indicated by the David James For Sale board.

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Money Laundering Regulations

Buyer(s) will be required to provide proof of funds and identity information so Anti Money Laundering checks can be undertaken before an offer can be accepted on any property we are marketing.

Viewing

All viewings are strictly by appointment only and arranged through our Wotton-under-Edge office . No dogs allowed.