LAND AT BRYN IFAN, CAPEL UCHAF, CLYNNOG FAWR

A rare opportunity to purchase approximately 451.29 acres of farmland comprising of grassland suitable for grazing and cropping, rush pasture and upland grazing of which 312.17 acres is classed as common ground with Bryn Ifan holding common grazing rights.

LOCATION
The farmland at Bryn Ifan is located approximately 2.3 miles from the village of Clynnog Fawr. The holding is located 11 miles from the County town of Caernarfon and 20 miles from the University City of Bangor.

LAND
Bryn Ifan is a mixture of productive grassland suitable for cropping and grazing, rush pasture and upland grazing which in total extends to approximately 451.29 acres. The farmland is split into separate blocks which are all easily accessible from the public highway.

The lowland block extends in total to approximately 111.61 acres and is as mixture of permanent pasture and improved grassland with some area of rush on the western boundary. The grass land is level or gently sloping and well suited for cattle and sheep grazing as well as
silage production.

The land is split into a number of good-sized parcels and appears is in very good heart. There is access to the land from the public highway at different locations with one area suitable for livestock handling with basic stock handling facilities. The boundaries are a mixture of stone walls and livestock fencing.

The upland is located to the south of the lowland block and is comprised of two ringfenced blocks split by a small rural road.

The land below the road extends to approximately 60.61 acres and is comprised of permanent pasture, rush pasture and marsh ground. The land is suitable for livestock grazing with cattle and sheep in the summer months and sheep grazing throughout the year. This land is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Significance.

The upland block above the road extends to approximately 279.06 acres of rough grazing and rocky outcrops. The land is typical of Yr Eifl mountain range and suitable for sheep grazing for much of the year.

Approximately 312.17 acres of the upland is registered as common land being registered under CL113 and being appurtenant to Bryn Ifan farm. Further details are available from the selling agent.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES
The farm has benefited from inclusion within Glastir Entry and Glastir Advanced agri-environment schemes.

The Vendors have claimed the 2022 Glastir Payment which was offered on an annual extension and is due to end on the 31st December 2022.

We understand that any purchaser may, if they wish, take on the Glastir scheme in respect of Bryn Ifan even if no current Glastir contract is held by the purchaser, or may add the land to a current existing Glastir contract. Alternatively, there is no obligation for any new purchaser to take on a Glastir contract.

More detailed information is available from the selling agents in respect of payment rates, however, it is advised that all purchasers take independent advice in respect of Glastir.

METHOD OF SALE
The holding is offered for sale by private treaty as a single lot.

TENURE & POSSESSION
The freehold of the holding is offered for sale with vacant possession.

BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME
The holding is registered by Rural Payment Wales.

No Basic Payment Scheme Entitlements are included with the sale however may be available to purchase by separate negotiation. The Vendors have claimed the 2022 payment.

More detailed information is available from the selling agents, however, it is advised that all purchasers take independent advice on the ability to claim under the Basic Payment Scheme.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Vendors’ solicitors:
Edward Nutting
Lanyon Bowdler Solicitors
1&2 Connaught House
Riverside Business Park
Benarth Road
Conwy LL32 8UB

SERVICES
The lowland block is located adjacent to a mains water pipe which could provide a mains water supply subject to Dwr Cymru connection.

WAYLEAVES EASEMENTS & RIGHTS OF WAY
The property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Given the potential hazards of livestock farm we would ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection, for your own personal safety.

VAT
Any guide prices quoted or discussed are exclusive of VAT. In the event that a sale of the property or any lot or part of the property or entitlements become a chargeable supply for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable (or become payable by the purchaser) in addition to the purchase price.

SPORTING TIMBER & MINERAL RIGHTS
The Mines and Minerals together with the ancillary powers of working are excepted. The Sporting and Shooting rights are excepted for the lowland block.

LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Cyngor Gwynedd Council

VIEWINGS
Strictly by confirmed appointment with the vendor’s agents, Carter Jonas.

DIRECTIONS
Enter the village of Clynnog Fawr and take Llys Eban road past the village hall then turn immediately right in an easterly direction signposted for Capel Uchaf. Follow this country road for approximately 2 miles until a right turn can be taken. The lowland block is now located on your left hand side. Follow the road for approximately 0.4 miles and you will arrive at a gate leading to the livestock handling area on your left and with access to the upper fields. The fields to the west are also included within the lowland block.

To arrive at the upland block continue to follow the lane and take the first right turn when the road splits, following this until you arrive at a T junction. Turn left and follow the road for approximately 0.4 miles and the 60.61 acre block will be located below the road and the larger upland block above. Shortly after entering the land there is a small dilapidated former farmhouse located on your right. Please park sensibly in this location and access the upland block from here.

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