Land with river frontage and significant environmental credentials.
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Description

The farmland at Besley Farm can be accessed directly from River Lane. Predominantly water meadow (about 86 acres) the land provides a rich habitat for flora and fauna. It is currently livestock grazed by a local farmer.

To the west lies higher ground, which is down to grass and could be used for horses, from which there are fine views of the South Downs.

The River Arun runs along the entire eastern boundary, the fishing is currently let to a local angling club but could be taken back in-hand. There are two railway underpasses to the land that lies alongside the river.

Location

This land is situated in the downland village of Watersfield, within the Arun valley and within reach of Pulborough Brooks and the South Downs.

Local amenities include a range of local shopping, including Charlie's Farm Shop in Bury and a well regarded community run shop in the neighbouring village of Fittleworth. There are two supermarkets in Pulborough which is approximately 3 miles away. Pulborough has a mainline station offering a service to London Victoria from 72 minutes and there is also a direct link to Gatwick.

Further shopping, leisure and cultural amenities may be found in Chichester and Horsham. There is a choice of schools within reach, including Dorset House, Windlesham and Seaford College. Recreational opportunities include golf at a number of clubs including West Sussex golf club, polo at Cowdray Park; racing and flying at Goodwood and sailing at Chichester Harbour. In addition, the RSPB centre at Pulborough Brooks is a superb venue for birdwatching and walking the wetlands.




Acreage: 102.1 Acres

Directions

From the centre of Watersfield village, turn into River Lane and continue almost to the very end. The gated entrance to the land is on the right (see the sale plan).

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Postcode: RH20 1NG

Additional Info

Method of Sale: The property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in 2 lots.

Tenure and Possession: The farmland and fishing are sold subject to the remaining terms of their tenancy/licence agreements.

Lotting: In the event of a sale in lots, cross rights and reservations may be imposed and granted for the provision of access, maintenance and services.

Local Authorities
Horsham District Council: South Downs National Park Authority: West Sussex County Council:
Minerals, Sporting and Timber Rights: The minerals, sporting and timber rights, so far as they are owned are included in the sale.

Planning: The Estate is offered subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient orders, public rights of way, town planning schedules or resolutions and planning charges which may be or come into force. The purchaser will be deemed to have full knowledge of these and satisfied themselves as to the effects that such matters have on the property.

BPS and CSS: Basic Payment Entitlements are no longer transferable and therefore not included in the sale. There is a Countryside Stewardship Scheme in place over the land until 31/12/2027. The purchaser(s) will be expected to continue the scheme for the remainder of its term or indemnify the vendor against any losses.

VAT: In the event that the sale of the property, or part of it or any right attached to it, becomes chargeable for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable by the purchaser in addition to the consideration.

Easements, Covenants, Rights of Way and Restrictions: The Estate is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements, quasi-easements, rights of way, covenants and restrictions whether mentioned in these particulars or not. There are no public of rights of way running across the farm.

Employees (TUPE): There is no TUPE applicable.

Statutory Designations: The farm lies entirely within the South Downs National Park (SDNP).