Land for sale

Attractive farmland and hill ground within the Cairngorms National Park offering an array of opportunities

Description

Broughdearg is an extensive block of land extending to about 1,026 acres in total, comprising 136 acres of good pasture land and 884 acres of hill. Broughdearg forms the southern boundary of the Invercauld Estate, a traditional Highland estate spanning from Deeside in the north to Perthshire in the south. Broughdearg is largely run in hand for amenity, farming and sporting purposes.

Nestled in a highly desirable, picturesque and easily accessible area of Highland Perthshire, Broughdearg comprises an attractive composition of land types. The land rises from the mid-point of the Shee Water on the western boundary and encompasses productive grazings before gently rising up on to the hill ground. Wonderful views can be enjoyed from much of Broughdearg and in particular from Duchray Hill which lies on the north eastern fringe of the land holding.

The land offered for sale lies fully within the Cairngorms National Park which covers over 4,500 sq kms of land. The National Park offers a plethora of recreational and leisure activities catering for all interests and all ages. It attracts over 1.9 million visitors each year.

Given the popularity of the area, the variety of land types and scale offered at Broughdearg, there is a unique opportunity to create a rural business or tourism enterprise that makes the most of this unique part of Scotland. NPF 4 (National Planning Framework 4) which was published in February 2023 provides support for economic growth of the tourism industry in all areas.

Broughdearg would suit a variety of buyers including those looking to bolt on additional acres to their existing land holding or for those interested in woodland creation or other projects related to natural capital. Similarly, the land may appeal to a lifestyle buyer looking to acquire their own part of Scotland that is within easy reach of the major population centres.

Lot 1
A pre-application for a new house, located to the north of Broughdearg Farmhouse (under third-party ownership), has been approved by the local authority. It is suggested that a house with four or five bedrooms over two storeys could be supported on the site. The proposed services include private water from this hill, mains electricity and a private drainage system. The proposed house would be accessed from the main entrance into Broughdearg via the track which runs past Broughdearg Farmhouse.

Lot 2
Broughdearg Hill adjoins Lot 1 to both the north and east from where it gently rises to the highest point – Duchray Hill – which peaks at 702 metres above sea level. From Duchray Hill there is a ridgeline which runs to Meall an Ruighe and beyond to Creag na Bruaich forming a natural, sheltered and south westerly facing bowl. On the northern side of the ridge the land continues and gently falls away to the most northern boundary of Broughdearg, the Allt Mor Burn.

Given the natural topography and aspect of the land there is excellent potential for woodland creation at Broughdearg. There are no conservation or environmental designations over the land and the Cairngorm National Park Forest Strategy, along with other objectives, “promotes the creation of new woodlands”. If trees were to be planted they could potentially generate carbon units through the UK Woodland Carbon Code, the British standard for climate change mitigation afforestation projects. The Timber Transport Forum classifies the A93 as an Agreed Rout for timber extraction.

In recent years the vendors commissioned surveys and in 2022 submitted a planting application to Scottish Forestry for a mixed native and commercial planting scheme. The planting scheme was approved in October 2023 and comprised 112HA of Scots pine, 16HA of native upland birch and 10HA of native low density woodland on the outer edge of the scheme. Whilst the scheme was approved and a contract was issued at the time, this was not signed and it has now expired, enabling an incoming purchaser to potentially reactivate the proposed scheme or alternatively create a new plan.

Sheltered pockets of the hill attract a small number of red deer during the autumn and winter months providing some sporting opportunities at Broughdearg when conditions and seasons allow.

TELECOMS MAST There is a telecoms mast which is located to the north of the proposed house site (Lot 1). The mast is currently leased to CTIL (Cornerstone Telecommunications Infrastructure Limited) until 29th October 2027. The mast g nerates a rent of £7,099.31 per annum. A copy of the lease is available from the Selling Agents.

Lot 3
The low lying pasture land (referred to as in-bye) lies to the east of the Shee Water. The fields are well fenced and have water supplies from natural sources or troughs fed from a private water supply. In recent years some fields have been re-seeded and have produced crops of silage / hay for winter feed. The land could also support summer grazing for cattle, horses or sheep. Equally, these flat fields are ideal for schooling horses or running a smallholding.

The land at Broughdearg is classified as a mixture of Class 4 (2), 6 (2) and 6 (3) by the James Hutton Institute of Soil Research.

The in-bye land at Broughdearg is registered with SGRIPID and has the following holding number: 671/0055

Location

Broughdearg lies in Glenshee in Highland Perthshire, a county renowned for its wonderful and varied landscapes which include tranquil river banks, productive farmland and rolling heather moors. Broughdearg lies almost equidistant between Blairgowrie (16 miles) and Braemar (17 miles) in Royal Deeside. Known as the gateway to Glenshee, and locally as ‘Blair’, Blairgowrie (16 miles) has an excellent selection of local shops and is the centre for the Perthshire soft fruit growing industry. The Dalmunzie Castle Hotel is located approximately 4.5 miles from Broughdearg and provides both dining and accommodation.

The highland village of Braemar, which lies 17 miles to the north, is particularly popular with tourists with its world famous Highland Gathering held annually in September, and the recently refurbished Fife Arms – a boutique 5 star hotel situated in the heart of the village.

The larger regional centres of Perth (32 miles) and Dundee (35 miles) are within easy reach and offer a range of professional services, shops, cultural and leisure facilities. Dundee Airport offers flights to and from London Heathrow and Belfast. Perth Airport at Scone (30 miles) can accommodate small private aircraft. There are mainline railway stations in both Perth and Dundee which connect to Edinburgh and the south.

There is an abundance of sport and leisure attractions available locally including the extensive downhill ski centre at Glenshee (9 miles), mountain biking trails, salmon fishing on the rivers Tay and Ericht, championship golf courses at Rosemount (Blairgowrie), Carnoustie, Gleneagles and St. Andrews, together with hill walking and traditional field sports in the Cairngorms National Park.




Acreage: 1026 Acres

Directions

Broughdearg is situated off the A93 which connects Blairgowrie and Braemar. From the south, head north from Blairgowrie following the A93 through Bridge of Cally. Continue on the A93 for approximately 10 miles and turn right at the signpost for Broughdearg. From the north, head south on the A93 past Glenshee Ski Centre and the Spittal of Glenshee. Continue on the road for a further 8.5 miles and turn left at the signpost for Broughdearg.

For sat nav purposes the postcode is PH10 7QB.

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