Land for sale

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, 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.

Lot 2 - 2.60 Acres To The West Of Jarman Farm - The land to the west of Jarman Farm extends to approximately 2.60 acres (1.05 hectares). The land is triangular in shape and the topography of the land is relatively flat in nature. There is a water course running along the eastern aspect of the land parcel. The land is classified as Grade 2 and is of the Swaffham Prior series of well drained, calcareous course and fine loamy soils over chalk rubble. The boundaries comprise of mature trees and hedgerows and the water course providing a natural boundary to the east. Access is via a Right of Way from The Green along a private track, which includes a public footpath, which continues along the western boundary.

Lot 3 - 7.57 Acres To The West Of Cockhall Lane - The land is a regular shaped arable field which extends to approximately 7.57 acres (3.06 hectares). The land is classified as Grade 2 being of the Swaffham Prior series of well drained, calcareous course and fine loamy soils over chalk rubble. The land is located away from the main holding and is accessed off Cockhall Lane, along a Byway Open to All Traffic (215/41). The land is currently farmed as a single field parcel, which in recent years has been farmed as a single block with the adjoining Title, which is outside of the demise. The boundaries are predominantly open to the adjoining land parcels, defined in part by hedgerows.

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. 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

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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.