Land for sale
Key information
Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- Prime opportunity to develop a commercial equestrian complex
- Access to superb gallops and off road hacking
- Within easy reach of some of the finest racecourses, competition centres and veterinary practices
Description
A site with full planning consent for a commercial equestrian complex.
Ideally located in Upper Lambourn, close to the Jockey Club Estates impressive gallops and others, all within easy reach of some of the finest veterinary practices in the country.
Planning consent for 30 Stables, Feed, Tack, Staff and Storage Rooms, Office, Horse Walker, Lunge Ring, Owners House and Staff Accommodation.
Planning consent for a four-bedroom trainer's house comprising:
- On the ground floor; A large open-plan kitchen/diner, Family Room, Living Room, Office, Utility Room and Cloakroom
- On the first floor; Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, Three further double bedrooms and a Family bathroom.
Grooms Accommodation; two semi-detached houses, comprising the following;
- One semi-detached two-storey dwelling with four bedrooms (one en-suite shower room), two bathrooms, and a communal living room and open plan kitchen.
- The other is single-storey with two bedrooms, one bathroom and an open plan kitchen/living area.
Planning consent for equestrian facilities comprising:
- 30 stables
- Office & Staff room
- Tack Room
- Feed room
- Horse walker
- Lunge ring
- Storage
- Associated parking
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General Remarks
Method of Sale
By private treaty with vacant possession on completion.
Services
There are no services laid on to the site but mains water, electricity and drainage are all available nearby. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries as to availability.
Planning
Planning consent was granted in 2019 (ref. 18/00774/FULMAJ) for change of use of land from agricultural to equestrian use, formation of racing stable complex including new dwelling for horse trainer, residential accommodation block for staff, horse stable block, new access from the B4000 and associated infrastructure. The unit shall be used as an establishment for commercial equestrian training, and shall not be used for other commercial equestrian purposes including as a livery, for breeding, or as a riding school. The present owner has already part-implemented the consent and has discharged the planning conditions which include:
- Construction method statement
- Archaeological Survey and works
- Construction of new access to highway
- Foundations for staff accommodation
- Drainage design and works
At the time of writing, the only remaining matter is the Nutrient Neutrality provision for which there is now a defined route plan, and it is for the purchaser to decide upon which scheme they prefer.
Community Infrastructure Levy
The Community Infrastructure Levy has been paid by the vendor and is to be reimbursed to them in addition to the sale price. Contact the agents for further details.
Local Authority
West Berkshire District Council, Market Street, Newbury RG14 5LD. [use Contact Agent Button]
Boundaries, Plans, Areas, Schedules and Disputes
The Boundaries are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. The Purchaser will be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and any error or mistake shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation thereof. Should any dispute arise as to the boundaries, or any points arise on the general remarks and stipulations, particulars, schedules, or plan on the interpretation of any of them, such questions shall be referred to the selling agents whose decisions act as an expert shall be final.
Easements, Covenants, Rights of Way and Restrictions
The property is sold subject to or with the benefit of, all existing wayleaves, easements, quasi-easements, rights of way, covenants, and restrictions, whether mentioned in the particulars or not. Note that there is a footpath to the outside of the north-east boundary.
VAT
Any price guide given or discussed is exclusive of VAT. In the event that the sale of the property or any part thereof or any right attached to it becomes a chargeable supply for the purpose of VAT, such tax will be payable in addition.
Viewing
The site may be viewed by anyone carrying a copy of these details. Please inform the agents if you wish to enter the site. Viewers are reminded to be cautious around horses turned out in the paddocks.
Directions
From the centre of Lambourn with the church on your right, take the B4000 toward Upper Lambourn. The site is situated on the right after almost three-quarters of a mile, marked by a sale board. The site is accessed from the B4000.
Postcode (approximate)
RG17 8QP
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