A detached bungalow and buildings, standing in approx.70.63 acres and positioned on the outskirts of the historic town of Newark-on-Trent.

*Best & Final - 12 noon 10th November*


*Best & Final - 12 noon 10th November*

Situation
Kelham Road Farm is located on the north west outskirts of the picturesque town Newark-on-Trent in the county of Nottinghamshire. Situated on the banks of the River Trent, the town is steeped in history with the remains of Newark Castle positioned on the edge of the river, dating back to the early 12th century.

Newark-on-Trent has a wide range of services and amenities, including numerous supermarkets, high-street shops, bars, restaurants, a hospital and railway station.

On the educational front, there are several state schools within a few mile radius, as well as numerous local independent schools including Wellow House School and Highfields School.

The area is well-placed for commuting; the nearby A46 provides links to Lincoln, Leicester and Nottingham (via the A52), and to the A1 that provides connections to the north and south of the country. Newark Station is less than a 0.5 mile walk from the property and East Midlands airport can be reached in under an hour.

Lot Summary
Kelham Road Farm is available as a whole or in up to two lots:

Lot 1 - Bungalow, buildings and 7.95 acres of arable land.

Lot 2 - 62.68 acres of arable land.

Lot 1
The former dairy farm is set back from the main road and is accessed by a private driveway off Kelham Road, that leads to the bungalow, buildings, yard and land beyond.

Of brick construction under a pitched pantile roof with attached garage, the bungalow has pleasant views to the rear of the property and across to Newark Castle.

The accommodation comprises; entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen with fitted floor and wall units, dining room, garden room, two double bedrooms, bathroom and store.

Outside there is a flagged patio to the front, with a concrete walkway around the bungalow. Adjacent is a tarmacadam drive providing parking for numerous vehicles, as well as strip of lawn which runs the length of the yard.

There are ranges of modern agricultural buildings of various constructions and sizes, as well as numerous timber sheds and garages.

The farm land comprises about 7.95 acres (3.21 hectares) of flat, arable land that is currently in wild bird cover. The land is classified as Grade 3 according to the Natural England Regional Agricultural Land Classification Maps. The soils are described as stoneless clayey soils variably affected by groundwater, some with sandy subsoils and some similar fine loamy soils.

Lot 2
Comprising in all about 62.68 acres (25.36 hectares) of flat arable land that is currently in with potatoes. The land is classified predominantly as Grade 3 with some of the western block being Grade 2 and the soil type is the same as Lot 1.

The land is separated by the A46, with a majority lying to the west of the road and accessed through an underpass. The lot as a whole is accessed through Lot 1 and is shown brown on the sale plan.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains electricity, gas and water are connected, with drainage to a private system. Heating to the bungalow is by way of gas-fired central heating.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around [70 Mbps] (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 21/04/2023). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

None of the services, appliances, heating installations, broadband, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

Tenure and Tenancies
The property is offered for sale Freehold, with the bungalow, buildings and yard benefiting from vacant possession on completion whilst the land is subject to a Farm Business Tenancy that will end following this year’s harvest.

Basic Payment Scheme and Environmental Stewardship
The land is registered with the Rural Payments Agency for the Basic Payment Scheme. Payments for the current scheme year will be retained by the tenants for which the purchaser(s) will be required to indemnify against any loss due to a breach of cross compliance up to the end of the current scheme year.

The entitlements are not included within the sale.

The land is currently in a Countryside Stewardship scheme, further details available upon request.

Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ)
The land lies within a Surface Water NVZ area and is subject to the usual restrictions.

A46 Newark Bypass
National Highways are proposing an improvement to the A46 Newark Bypass and the proposal is currently under consultation. The proposed scheme may affect the Property. Further details available upon request.

Sporting, Mineral and Timber Rights
Sporting, mineral and timber rights, where owned, are included within the freehold title.

Local Authority
Newark and Sherwood District Council

Council tax band D

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way
The property is sold subject to or with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements, quasi-easements, rights of way, covenants and restrictions whether defined in these particulars or not.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
By strict appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – NG24 1BU

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From the A1, exit at the junction signed Newark, Lincoln (A46) and Sleaford (A17) then follow the signs for A46 Leicester. Follow the A46 for approximately 2 miles and at the Cattle Market Roundabout take the first exit on to Great North Road. Follow the road for 0.2 miles and take the first right on to Kelham Road continue for 0.1 miles and the property will be on your left, identified by a Fisher German sale board.

Health & Safety
For you own personal safety we ask you to take great care and be as vigilant as possible when undertaking an inspection of the property.