Land for sale

Fantastic equestrian facilities in about 11.56 acres (4.68 ha). 50 m x 30 m flood lit ménage. 12 Stables and office. Freehold.

Situation - The riding center is located in the parish of Sheldon in the Blackdown Hills, surrounded by rolling hills and wooded valleys within this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking and riding opportunities via paths and lanes leading into nearby woodland.

To the north, Hemyock and Culmstock boast active communities with a good range of facilities, including the renowned Western Counties Equine Hospital.

The nearby market towns of Wellington and Honiton offer convenient amenities. Wellington features a Waitrose supermarket and access to the M5, while Honiton has a mainline station on the London Waterloo line and easy access to the A30/A303.

This area of the South West is well-positioned with excellent equestrian event centers such as Bicton, Chard Equestrian, and Pontispool, which cater to a range of competitions.

Stable Yard & Office - Created just over 15 years ago, the quality yard has been meticulously designed and constructed. Built with substantial timber on a concrete base and a fiber-cement roof, the facility includes 12 spacious stables, an extensive tack room, a feed room, a covered wash-down area, an office, and a hay and straw store. All these are sheltered by tall hedges and tree-lined boundaries. There is a floodlit entrance to the stables and new energy efficient lighting installed throughout.

Additionally, there is a large concrete apron with post-and-rail fencing and a stone yard beyond.

Ménage - 50 m x 30 m (164'0" m x 98'5" m) - Surrounded by post and rail fencing and sheltered by large earth banks, this flood lit space has a well maintained surface. There is new energy efficient lighting for the Menage plus outdoor sockets.

Land - Set within a large, gently sloping field, the land is surrounded by a mature hedge and tree-lined boundary that provides natural shelter. The field has been divided into numerous paddocks with electric fencing, all accessible via a partially stone track along the side.

Services - Septic tank drainage (not tested). Mains water shared from the farm via meter. Mains electric .Mobile coverage likely inside and outside with EE, O2, Three and Vodafone (Ofcom)

Business Rates - The riding centre is business rated at £7,500 per year. Small business rate relief maybe available. See VOA website for calculations.

Tenure - The land is freehold. The Sheldon Riding Centre is currently held on a monthly rolling contract. The Tenancy can be terminated to give vacant possession on completion.

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