Batcombe, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4

A unique opportunity to acquire two parcels of productive permanent pasture land and woodland situated in the tranquil village of Batcombe. The land is offered for sale in two lots in total extending to approximately 16.71 acres (6.76 Ha).

Situation
The land is situated just south of the desirable Somerset village of Batcombe. It is located near the end of a no through land in a very private and peaceful location with glorious views of the village of Batcombe and surrounding countryside. The village benefits a number of local amenities to include a church, public house and village hall all within walking distance from the property. Nearby towns include Shepton Mallett which is located approximately 8 miles north west and Bruton approximately 3 miles to the south. Both towns offer a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities. The land benefits from the following road and travel links:
Road - The A303 is conveniently located 10 miles to the south giving an easy drive to/from London together with providing links to the M5 motorway.
Rail - Castle Cary railway station is approximately 7 miles to the south west and Gillingham railway station is approximately 14 miles to the south east. All stations provide mainline services to destinations such as Exeter St Davids, London Paddington and London Waterloo.
Air - Bristol Airport is approximately 20 miles to the north. It has scheduled and chartered flights to a range of national and international destinations.

Description
The property comprises gently sloping productive permanent pasture land, bounded by mature hedgerows and stock fencing. The land extends to approximately 16.71 acres (6.76 ha) divided into two lots. Each lot is further described as follows:
LOT 1—£80,000 (edged red on the attached plan) Lot 1 comprises gently sloping productive permanent pasture land extending in total to approximately 9.83 acres (3.98 ha). The land is bounded by mature hedgerows and stock fencing with an attractive area of copse within the centre of the field providing shelter for livestock. The land has been reseeded and most recently has been used for the production of silage followed by the grazing of livestock. The land offers potential for a number of end uses to include agricultural, equestrian and amenity with great sporting potential.

Access
The land is accessed via a gateway directly from the public highway.

Services
We understand there is a private water supply to the land originating from a spring. The supply is to a trough within LOT 1 which has been piped across the road into LOT 2. The purchasers of LOT 1 are to allow a supply to LOT 2 however given the nature of the spring fed supply, cannot guarantee its quantity or quality.

Access
LOT 1 - The land is accessed directly from the public highway via a gateway

Agri-Environment Schemes
We understand the land is within a Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) agreement subject to options CLIG 1 and WBD6. SFI agreements cannot be transferred between parties and therefore these field parcels will be removed from the SFI agreement by the vendors following completion. We understand the land is also subject to a Countryside Stewardship agreement until 31st December 2027 and entered into options BE3 in Lot 1 and Lot 2. The vendor agrees to remove these field parcels from the agreement and they will not transfer to an incoming purchaser unless agreed otherwise.

Rights of Way, Easements
There are no footpaths traversing the land. The property is sold as far as required by the vendor and will be conveyed subject to all rights of way, easements and way leaves of telegraphs poles, drains and wires, electric pylons and cables, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any).

Directions
From Frome head south west on the A361 towards Nunney. At the Nunney Catch roundabout, takethe first turning left onto the A359 towards Bruton. After approximately 4 miles, turn right onto Hincombe Hill and continue on this road into the village of Batcombe. The road merges with Kale Street and you will reach a junction. At the junction turn right onto Gold Hill and take the first turning left onto Vinings Hill. Take the second turning left onto Moor Lane (no through road) and the land will be located on the left and right hand side after approximately 0.4 miles. The property will also be indicated by the agents for sale boards.