Land for sale

Introducing a good sized block of agricultural land capable of conversion back to an arable rotation or retention as productive grass.

Introduction - Introducing a good sized block of agricultural land extending to 58.19 acres capable of conversion back to an arable rotation or retention as productive grass, along with a mixed woodland extending to 0.75 acres.

Location - The land is located in the Parish of Ryhall in the county of Rutland. Abutting the B1176 the fields lie 1/2 mile to the north of Ryhall village.

Description - The land was in an arable rotation up to and including the 2016 BPS scheme year. In 2017 it was all declared as Temporary Grass, which has remained its cropping status since. The farmland comprises four parcels, with good road frontage to the B1176 public highway. The fields are of a good size and bounded by Hawthorn hedging making them ideal for livestock production or conversion back to an arable rotation.

The woodland area comprises a mix of soft wood pine and native broadleaf trees.

The land is defined as Grade 3 by the Agricultural Land Classification of England and Wales. It is all described as being from the Elmton 3 soil association by the Soil Survey of England and Wales. The Elmton 3 series is described as "Shallow well drained brashy calcareous fine loamy soils over Limestone".

Method Of Sale - The land is offered for sale by Private Treaty, either as a whole or in two lots. Then owners will consider splitting the woodland away from the grass as a separate lot and interested parties should detail their preference when making an offer.

Tenure And Posession - The farmland is currently subject to a Seasonal Grazing Licence which is due to expire on 30th September 2024.

Overage Provision - The property is sold subject to an Overage provision in the event of any planning permission being granted for any non-agricultural use of the land. The overage provision shall be for a period of 21 years from the date of completion and the seller shall be entitled to 30% of any uplift in value resulting from the granting of planning consent.

Environmental Schemes - The land is currently included within a Lowland Grazing Offer which commenced on 1st January 2023 and ends on 31st December 2026. The management options across all four fields are GS4 Legume & Herb-Rich Sward with BE3 Hedgerow Management applicable to the boundary hedges.

Rpa Delinked Payments - The land is sold without the benefit of any Historic Reference Amount associated with Delinked Payments.

Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights, including existing Rights of Way, both public and private, light, support, drainage, water and other obligations, easements, quasi-easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains, water and gas and other pipes whether referred to or not in these particulars.

Field TF0312 1101 is crossed by a Public Footpath as well as electricity poles and overhead wires.

Sporting, Timber And Mineral Rights - All timber and mineral rights are to be included within the sale insofar as they are owned.

Access And Boundaries - The land is predominately bounded by hawthorn hedging. The successful purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundary responsibilities.

Statutory Designation - The property is within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.

Outgoings - The land is subject to the Environment Agency General Drainage Charge.

Services - There are no mains services attached to the land.

Vat - In the event that the sale becomes subject to VAT this will be payable by the purchaser in addition to the purchase price. It is however the selling agents understanding that the farm has not opted to VAT.

Anti-Money Laundering - In line with Anti-Money Laundering Legislative requirements the successful purchaser will be required to provide Proof of Identity, Proof of Funds and a full address to the selling agents upon acceptance of a satisfactory offer, prior to the Solicitors being instructed.

Local Authority - Rutland County Council, Catmose, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6HP. [use Contact Agent Button]

Health And Safety - Given the potential hazards associated with a working farm, we ask that all persons viewing the land be vigilant when making your inspection for your own personal safety. Please respect the standing hay crop or grazing livestock and endeavour to cause as little damage as possible.

Viewing - The land may be viewed at any reasonable daylight hour with a set of sales particulars to hand.