Land for sale

A nice parcel of productive land in a good location - James Hickman, Farms & Land.

#TheGardenOfEngland

An excellent opportunity to a acquire parcel of arable and marsh pastureland on the Tenterden to Rye Road (B2082) just to the south of the historic hamlet of Smallhythe.

The largest part of the land is a parcel of productive arable which has road frontage and access.

Vacant possession will be available after harvest.

About 37.80 acres

Guide Price: £275,000 to £300,000

Smallhythe is a picturesque hamlet located in the Tenterden district of Kent. Officially known as Small Hythe, it is situated about 2.8 miles south of Tenterden. The name "Hythe" is derived from the Old English word meaning "landing place" or "harbour," indicating its historical connection to river trade and transportation. The most famous attraction in Smallhythe is Smallhythe Place, a half-timbered house that was once the home of the renowned Victorian actress Ellen Terry. The house is now owned by the National Trust and serves as a museum dedicated to Ellen Terry's life and career. The museum features a collection of memorabilia, costumes, and personal items belonging to Terry, offering visitors a glimpse into the world of theatre during the Victorian era. Smallhythe is also home to St. John the Baptist Church, a charming medieval church with origins dating back to the 12th century. The church features a Norman tower and other architectural elements from various periods, making it a notable landmark in the area. Set amidst the scenic countryside of the Kentish Weald, offering visitors tranquil surroundings and picturesque landscapes. The area is characterised by rolling hills, lush farmland, and meandering waterways, making it popular among nature lovers, walkers, and cyclists.

The Farmland

The land comprises about 20.50 acres of productive arable and about 17.30 acres of marsh pastureland which is accessed from the arable field. The land is all completely level and the arable land has been farmed by a local farmer in the last few years. There are 2 access points into the arable field which links into the pasture field via a bridge which now requires immediate repair to make it useable and safe.

Soil Type

The majority of the land is Soilscape 21 and a very small part of the arable field, close to Smallhythe Place is Soilscape 18 using Soilscape ().

Tenure, Possession & Completion

The land is all freehold and currently let to a local farmer until harvest, vacant possession will therefore be available after harvest.

Method of Sale

The land is offered for sale by Private Treaty with offers invited. However, in the event of competing offers interested parties may be asked to submit their “best and final” offer. The seller also reserves the right to offer the land by informal tender or auction if the need arises.

Stewardship Schemes

We are not aware of any stewardship schemes currently running on the land.

Services

No services are currently connected.

Wayleaves, Easements, Rights of Way

The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, easements and quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves and easements for masts, towers, stays, cables, drains,
communications, water and gas and other pipes whether referred to in these particulars or not.

Footpaths

Public footpath No AT76T passes along the northern edge of the arable land. ().

Sporting Rights

These are included in the sale.

Local Authority/Planning

All planning enquiries relating to any future planning or change of use of the land should be directed to Ashford Borough Council (ashford.gov.uk).

Photographs

The photographs were taken in April 2024.

Boundaries, Plans and Areas

The plans on these sales particulars and the acreages quoted are strictly for identification and guidance only. They are based on Ordnance Survey plans and interested parties are reminded that the land is sold in accordance with the owners Land Registry Title plan/s and must satisfy themselves as to the boundaries and the quantity of land being purchased.

The Purchaser(s) will be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and any error or mistake shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation thereof. The specified areas are given for guidance only and without responsibility. Purchasers should not reply on the stated areas as a statement or representation of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

Viewings/ Health and Safety

Viewings are by appointment with Hobbs Parker’s Ashford office on[use Contact Agent Button] or our Tenterden office on[use Contact Agent Button].

Prospective purchasers must have regard for their own safety during viewings. The Vendors and their agents do not accept any responsibility for any accident or injury as a result of viewing.

Our Ref: FAL240009