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New Barn Farm with 7.49 acres and Agricultural Barns was purchased in June 2015.
The current infrastructure could provide the chance to establish a niche 'farm to fork' experience utilising the range of modern farm buildings including a farm shop, butchery and offices. To compliment this, a recent planning permission has sought to demolish two of the older buildings and replace them with a new building incorporating a much larger restaurant and shop. In this instance the design of the restaurant has been cleverly thought through, with the building orientated to overlook the scheduled ancient monument and far-reaching westerly countryside views. The farm buildings and surrounding land, total approximately 7.49 acres which is laid to pasture with stock fencing.
SITUATION
New Barn Farm is situated in the Hamlet of Knowlton in the civil Parish of Woodlands, Dorset. It is about 6 miles north of the town of Wimborne Minster and about 1 mile south of the village of Wimborne St Giles. The village is home to the Church of the Ascension which is a Grade II listed building, built originally in the 12th century and sits in the middle of Church Henge. Remedy Oak Golf Cub is south of the village.
New Barn Farm sits within the Knowlton South Circle Henge, the largest and possibly earliest of four late neolithic henge monuments in Knowlton. These henges and other prehistoric monuments in Knowlton form one of the most significant prehistoric sites in Britain.
Woodlands parish was established when the hamlets of Baggeridge, Woodlands and Knowlton (the earliest settlement) were detached from Horton in the 19th century. Woodlands village was first recorded in 1244 and was part of the Shaftesbury estate until after the Second World war.
Nearby Wimborne Minster is an enchanting market town, which is rich in character and steeped in history, known as the town of kings, smugglers and ancient legends.
It is an oasis of charm where the old and new softly merge in its meandering ancient streets, open spaces, flower gardens and plethora of shops, cafes and restaurants. Its location on the banks of the rivers Stour and Allen as well as its history, dating to pre-Roman times,
makes it an interesting and picturesque town to visit.
Set between the two rivers, the town is perfectly placed for riverside walks, leisurely cycle rides or a range of activities to allow you to enjoy the great outdoors in the surrounding area - from nature reserves to dog-friendly walking routes, you'll relax and unwind in an instant.
The farm with 7.49 acres and 4 agricultural barns, have been adapted by the current owners to primarily stock goats, from the Boer breed.
The owners began with the Boer goats in 2016, and since then the herd has grown to over 300 goats. The goat business has been run alongside The Farm Shop, which is closed at present, and the small flock of Rare Breed Dorset Down Sheep consisting of 23 breeding sheep.
Planning consent has been sought to demolish two of the existing Dutch barns and erect a farm shop & restaurant with kitchen, toilets and viewing gallery for visitors to Knowlton Circles. The planning also caters for the creation of a car park in the existing yard. Planning reference P/FUL/2023/04134 ().
Currently, the yard consists of the large barn, which houses a workshop, mezzanine with numerous storage rooms and the butchery for processing the goat meat. There is also a large farm office, kitchenette and W/C and shower room. A door from the barn leads into the current café and farm shop which consists of the main shop area plus a room with seating for the café.
There are two 4 bay open sided barns which currently houses the goats, a covered livestock barn with Yorkshire Boarding and a hay barn.
The whole of the yard has good hardstanding and also enjoys separate access onto Lumber Lane. The land is all good pasture and grazing land which is fenced, with a hard standing track running through the middle.
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GENERAL REMARKS AND STIPULATIONS
Method of Sale
The property is offered for sale by private treaty.
Rights of Way
There are no public rights of way crossing the Property.
Services
Mains water, electricity, and private drainage (sewage treatment plant serving the houses). Oil fired and electric heating.
Broadband availability
Standard broadband is available (Ofcom).
Mobile Phone Coverage
Good phone coverage (Ofcom).
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession.
Local Authority
Dorset County Council.
Postcode
BH21 5AE
Parking
Off street parking is available.
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