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Litlington Road, Royston SG8
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Land
53.29 acre(s)
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Features and description
AN EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE 53.29 ACRES OF GRADE 2 AGRICULTURAL LAND, LOCATED ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF THE VILLAGE OF STEEPLE MORDEN, CAMBRIDGESHIRE
Introduction - An excellent opportunity to purchase agricultural land either as a whole or in up to three lots, located on the outskirts of the village of Steeple Morden. The field parcels vary in size and are positioned between the villages of Steeple Morden and Litlington. Royston is situated approximately 5 miles to the south east and the University City of Cambridge is 16 miles to the north east. The land is located in the South Cambridgeshire District of Cambridgeshire.
Method Of Sale - The land is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in up to three lots, with vacant possession upon completion.
Lot 1 - 53.29 Acres North Of Litlilngton Road - The land is located to the north of Litlington Road and is a block of arable land which extends to approximately 53.29 acres (21.57 hectares) in total. The land is partially enclosed by mature hedgerows and gently undulating, rising to the southern boundary. The land is divided into three arable fields and is classified as Grade 2, being of the Wantage 2 series of shallow, well drained calcareous silty soils over argillaceous chalk. Access is available directly off Litlington Road along two private farm tracks, which are both outside of the demise. The western field parcel is set back from Litlington Road, with access via a third-party access track to the land, whereby the track ownership changes and falls within the demise of the subject property.
There is a central drain which dissects the two field parcels to the east and with some historic drainage flowing into the ditch. There are various public footpaths crossing the land.
Tenure And Possession - The land is offered for sale with vacant possession on completion.
Drainage Rates - Environment Agency drainage rates are currently payable at the standard rates.
Vat - The land is not registered for VAT however if the sale of the property or any right attached to it is deemed a chargeable supply for the purpose of VAT, such tax shall be payable by the purchaser in addition to the sale price.
Town And Country Planning - The entirety of the property is located in South Cambridgeshire District Council and policies are regulated by the South Cambridgeshire Local Plan, adopted in September 2018 and the National Planning Policy Framework. A search of the online planning register for South Cambridgeshire District Council was carried out and no relevant historic planning consents were found for the subject property.
The land is sold subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, town planning schedules, applications, permissions and resolutions which may be or come into force. The purchaser(s) will be deemed to have full knowledge and have satisfied themselves as to the provisions of any such matters affecting the property.
Basic Payment Scheme - The land has been claimed for Basic Payment Scheme entitlements and is registered on the Rural Land Register. The seller will retain any historic delinked payments.
Environmental And Grant Schemes - The land is not currently entered into any Countryside Stewardship, Sustainable Farming Incentive or other schemes.
Sporting, Timber And Minerals - All sporting, timber and mineral rights are included in the sale insofar as they are owned.
Wayleaves, Easements, Covenants And Rights Of Way - The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements, covenants and rights of way whether or not disclosed.
Tenant Right And Dilapidations - There will be no ingoing valuation and the purchaser shall not claim for dilapidations, if any, in relation to the property.
The land will be left in stubble with straw either chopped and spread or baled and removed. The land currently down to AB9, will be topped prior to completion.
Exchange And Completion - Exchange of contracts shall be within 6 weeks of the purchaser(s) solicitor receiving a draft contract. Completion will be by agreement between the parties.
Boundaries - The vendor and vendor’s agents will do their best to specify the ownership of boundary hedges, tree belts and ditches but will not be bound to determine these. The property is available for inspection and the purchaser(s) will be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the ownership and location of the boundaries.
Plans, Areas And Schedules - Plans attached to the particulars are based upon the Ordnance Survey and are for identification purposes only.
Local Authority - South Cambridgeshire District Council, South Cambridgeshire Hall, Cambourne Business Park, Great Cambourne, Cambourne, Cambridge CB23 6EA
Viewings And Further Information - The land can be viewed by prior arrangement with the Sole Agents. For further information please contact Jonathan Purkiss or Henry Lankfer.
As always, potential hazards exist on working farms and it is requested that all viewings are undertaken with care and regard to safety.
Nearest Postcode
SG8 0RT
what3words
Lot 1 ///disengage.engage.oils
Lot 2 ///hits.await.sapping
Lot 3 ///imparting.brambles.forum
Lot 4 ///fists.troubled.reservoir
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations - Buyers will be required to provide proof of identity and address to the Selling Agent following acceptance of an offer (subject to contract) and prior to Solicitors being instructed.
Sellers Solicitors - Fowler de Pledge, 23 Greenside, Waterbeach, Cambridge, CB25 9HW
Agents Notes - For clarification we wish to inform purchaser(s) that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. None of the statements contained in these particulars as to the property shall be relied on as statements of fact. All measurements are given as a guide and no liability can be accepted for errors arising therefrom. The plan and acreages use gross acreages taken from the Ordnance Survey sheets and are for identification purposes only. The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the state and condition thereof and as to the ownership or any tree boundary or any part of the property. If communications, condition of the property, situation or such factors are of a particular importance to you please discuss these priorities with us before arranging an appointment to view. This should avoid a wasted journey. March 2026.
Introduction - An excellent opportunity to purchase agricultural land either as a whole or in up to three lots, located on the outskirts of the village of Steeple Morden. The field parcels vary in size and are positioned between the villages of Steeple Morden and Litlington. Royston is situated approximately 5 miles to the south east and the University City of Cambridge is 16 miles to the north east. The land is located in the South Cambridgeshire District of Cambridgeshire.
Method Of Sale - The land is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in up to three lots, with vacant possession upon completion.
Lot 1 - 53.29 Acres North Of Litlilngton Road - The land is located to the north of Litlington Road and is a block of arable land which extends to approximately 53.29 acres (21.57 hectares) in total. The land is partially enclosed by mature hedgerows and gently undulating, rising to the southern boundary. The land is divided into three arable fields and is classified as Grade 2, being of the Wantage 2 series of shallow, well drained calcareous silty soils over argillaceous chalk. Access is available directly off Litlington Road along two private farm tracks, which are both outside of the demise. The western field parcel is set back from Litlington Road, with access via a third-party access track to the land, whereby the track ownership changes and falls within the demise of the subject property.
There is a central drain which dissects the two field parcels to the east and with some historic drainage flowing into the ditch. There are various public footpaths crossing the land.
Tenure And Possession - The land is offered for sale with vacant possession on completion.
Drainage Rates - Environment Agency drainage rates are currently payable at the standard rates.
Vat - The land is not registered for VAT however if the sale of the property or any right attached to it is deemed a chargeable supply for the purpose of VAT, such tax shall be payable by the purchaser in addition to the sale price.
Town And Country Planning - The entirety of the property is located in South Cambridgeshire District Council and policies are regulated by the South Cambridgeshire Local Plan, adopted in September 2018 and the National Planning Policy Framework. A search of the online planning register for South Cambridgeshire District Council was carried out and no relevant historic planning consents were found for the subject property.
The land is sold subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, town planning schedules, applications, permissions and resolutions which may be or come into force. The purchaser(s) will be deemed to have full knowledge and have satisfied themselves as to the provisions of any such matters affecting the property.
Basic Payment Scheme - The land has been claimed for Basic Payment Scheme entitlements and is registered on the Rural Land Register. The seller will retain any historic delinked payments.
Environmental And Grant Schemes - The land is not currently entered into any Countryside Stewardship, Sustainable Farming Incentive or other schemes.
Sporting, Timber And Minerals - All sporting, timber and mineral rights are included in the sale insofar as they are owned.
Wayleaves, Easements, Covenants And Rights Of Way - The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements, covenants and rights of way whether or not disclosed.
Tenant Right And Dilapidations - There will be no ingoing valuation and the purchaser shall not claim for dilapidations, if any, in relation to the property.
The land will be left in stubble with straw either chopped and spread or baled and removed. The land currently down to AB9, will be topped prior to completion.
Exchange And Completion - Exchange of contracts shall be within 6 weeks of the purchaser(s) solicitor receiving a draft contract. Completion will be by agreement between the parties.
Boundaries - The vendor and vendor’s agents will do their best to specify the ownership of boundary hedges, tree belts and ditches but will not be bound to determine these. The property is available for inspection and the purchaser(s) will be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the ownership and location of the boundaries.
Plans, Areas And Schedules - Plans attached to the particulars are based upon the Ordnance Survey and are for identification purposes only.
Local Authority - South Cambridgeshire District Council, South Cambridgeshire Hall, Cambourne Business Park, Great Cambourne, Cambourne, Cambridge CB23 6EA
Viewings And Further Information - The land can be viewed by prior arrangement with the Sole Agents. For further information please contact Jonathan Purkiss or Henry Lankfer.
As always, potential hazards exist on working farms and it is requested that all viewings are undertaken with care and regard to safety.
Nearest Postcode
SG8 0RT
what3words
Lot 1 ///disengage.engage.oils
Lot 2 ///hits.await.sapping
Lot 3 ///imparting.brambles.forum
Lot 4 ///fists.troubled.reservoir
Anti-Money Laundering Regulations - Buyers will be required to provide proof of identity and address to the Selling Agent following acceptance of an offer (subject to contract) and prior to Solicitors being instructed.
Sellers Solicitors - Fowler de Pledge, 23 Greenside, Waterbeach, Cambridge, CB25 9HW
Agents Notes - For clarification we wish to inform purchaser(s) that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. None of the statements contained in these particulars as to the property shall be relied on as statements of fact. All measurements are given as a guide and no liability can be accepted for errors arising therefrom. The plan and acreages use gross acreages taken from the Ordnance Survey sheets and are for identification purposes only. The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the state and condition thereof and as to the ownership or any tree boundary or any part of the property. If communications, condition of the property, situation or such factors are of a particular importance to you please discuss these priorities with us before arranging an appointment to view. This should avoid a wasted journey. March 2026.
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Established in 1825, Cheffins estate agency business operates from five offices across the Anglia region including Cambridge, Saffron Walden, Newmarket, Ely and Haverhill; we also have an office in London. We understand that moving house is a major event and we do everything we can to make it as smooth as possible. Cheffins has a proven track record in buying, selling and letting residential property. The team at Cheffins has significant market experience and buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants are accustomed to a dedicated personal and professional service delivered with integrity. Our London office team complement our regional expertise by getting exposure for your house to buyers and sellers in the capital providing an extra dimension to our regional service and making sure your house is seen by as many prospective buyers as possible. Call us today for a free, no obligation sales valuation on your property or to find out how much your property could be worth should you choose to rent it out.