SOLD STC
West Heath Farm, Holm, Orkney, Orkney Islands, KW17
Offers Over
£500,000
- PROPERTY TYPE
Land
- SIZE
5,224,674 sq ft
485,388 sq m
Description
Arable and grazing land with an agricultural building with potential for “one for one” development, subject to planning approval
Arable and grazing land with an agricultural building with potential for “one for one” development site, subject to planning approval.
About 48.54 ha (119.94 acres) of predominantly Grade 4(1) and 4(2).
West Heath comprises arable, temporary grassland and permanent pasture extending to 48.54 ha (119.94 acres). Part is currently cultivated for spring barley with the remainder in grass. The land is stock fenced and has access to water for livestock. There is one general purpose farm building.
Farm Building
There is a concrete walled farm building 13.0m x 4.5m located alongside the farm access track and adjacent to existing housing at Moss Road and beside field 1. This building is understood to have potential for the basis of a “one for one” house site subject to planning permission. No planning application has been made in this regard and purchasers should satisfy themselves regarding the planning policy if this is material to their interest.
Sporting
In so far as these rights form part of the property title, they are included within the sale.
Health and Safety
The property is a working farm with equipment present. Appropriate caution must always be exercised during viewings, especially when in the farm buildings or fields.
Services
Mains water troughs are located in each of the fields.
IACS
All the farmland is registered for IACS purposes.
Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) 2024
The basic payment entitlements are available for sale by separate negotiation.
Environmental Stipulations
All the land is designated as Non Less Favoured Area. The land is not situated within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVS).
Mineral Rights
The mineral rights are included.
Ingoing Valuation
The purchaser(s) shall, in addition to the purchase price, be obliged to take over and pay for a valuation to be agreed by a mutually appointed valuer(s) with respect to the following:
1. All cultivations carried out in preparation for the 2024 and/or 2025 crop valued on a labour and machinery basis.
2.All growing crops, on a seed, labour, lime, fertiliser, sprays and machinery basis with an increment representing the enhanced value of the establishment and age of such growing crops.
Note: If the amount of the valuations has not been agreed on the date xed for completion, then the purchaser shall pay to the seller such a sum as selling agents shall certify on account at the valuation pending agreement. Should the payment not be made within seven days then the interest will become payable on outstanding monies at 8% over Bank of Scotland borrowing rate.
Mortgage Finance
Bell Ingram are approved agents for the Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC) who provide loan funding for farms and rural businesses at competitive rates. We can provide assistance in securing finance for various purposes including purchase of land and property, restructuring existing debt, working capital, funds for diversification projects or farm building improvements. If you would like to find out more or discuss your proposals in confidence, please call Sarah Tyson on or email sarah.
The parish of Holm is six miles south of Kirkwall on Mainland Orkney, with splendid views over St Mary's Bay.
The picturesque little village of St Mary's is the main settlement in the area. The village has an esplanade facing south which developed during the herring fishing days. The settlement is located next to the First Churchill Barrier - a causeway linking Mainland Orkney to the nearby island of Lamb Holm. St Mary's is the venue for a variety of water based sports and has an annual regatta in July.
Close by, the town of Kirkwall is a bustling, busy town which is full of history and character. Independent retailers form the heart of the town, with shops lining the main street as it snakes its way south from the colourful harbour, providing everything you need - from fishing gear to the finest local food and drink. Kirkwall is a cosmopolitan place, with a wide choice of hotels, restaurants and cafes on offer, and the town centre was even named Scotland's Most Beautiful High Street, winning a public vote in 2019.
From Kirkwall, travel south west on the A961. After approximately 3.5 miles, bear left onto the B9052 signposted for Toab. After a further mile, the entrance to West Heath (Holland Road) is on the left.
For viewers using the ‘what3words’ app, the entrance track is at ///signal.ironic.underway
Arable and grazing land with an agricultural building with potential for “one for one” development site, subject to planning approval.
About 48.54 ha (119.94 acres) of predominantly Grade 4(1) and 4(2).
West Heath comprises arable, temporary grassland and permanent pasture extending to 48.54 ha (119.94 acres). Part is currently cultivated for spring barley with the remainder in grass. The land is stock fenced and has access to water for livestock. There is one general purpose farm building.
Farm Building
There is a concrete walled farm building 13.0m x 4.5m located alongside the farm access track and adjacent to existing housing at Moss Road and beside field 1. This building is understood to have potential for the basis of a “one for one” house site subject to planning permission. No planning application has been made in this regard and purchasers should satisfy themselves regarding the planning policy if this is material to their interest.
Sporting
In so far as these rights form part of the property title, they are included within the sale.
Health and Safety
The property is a working farm with equipment present. Appropriate caution must always be exercised during viewings, especially when in the farm buildings or fields.
Services
Mains water troughs are located in each of the fields.
IACS
All the farmland is registered for IACS purposes.
Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) 2024
The basic payment entitlements are available for sale by separate negotiation.
Environmental Stipulations
All the land is designated as Non Less Favoured Area. The land is not situated within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVS).
Mineral Rights
The mineral rights are included.
Ingoing Valuation
The purchaser(s) shall, in addition to the purchase price, be obliged to take over and pay for a valuation to be agreed by a mutually appointed valuer(s) with respect to the following:
1. All cultivations carried out in preparation for the 2024 and/or 2025 crop valued on a labour and machinery basis.
2.All growing crops, on a seed, labour, lime, fertiliser, sprays and machinery basis with an increment representing the enhanced value of the establishment and age of such growing crops.
Note: If the amount of the valuations has not been agreed on the date xed for completion, then the purchaser shall pay to the seller such a sum as selling agents shall certify on account at the valuation pending agreement. Should the payment not be made within seven days then the interest will become payable on outstanding monies at 8% over Bank of Scotland borrowing rate.
Mortgage Finance
Bell Ingram are approved agents for the Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC) who provide loan funding for farms and rural businesses at competitive rates. We can provide assistance in securing finance for various purposes including purchase of land and property, restructuring existing debt, working capital, funds for diversification projects or farm building improvements. If you would like to find out more or discuss your proposals in confidence, please call Sarah Tyson on or email sarah.
The parish of Holm is six miles south of Kirkwall on Mainland Orkney, with splendid views over St Mary's Bay.
The picturesque little village of St Mary's is the main settlement in the area. The village has an esplanade facing south which developed during the herring fishing days. The settlement is located next to the First Churchill Barrier - a causeway linking Mainland Orkney to the nearby island of Lamb Holm. St Mary's is the venue for a variety of water based sports and has an annual regatta in July.
Close by, the town of Kirkwall is a bustling, busy town which is full of history and character. Independent retailers form the heart of the town, with shops lining the main street as it snakes its way south from the colourful harbour, providing everything you need - from fishing gear to the finest local food and drink. Kirkwall is a cosmopolitan place, with a wide choice of hotels, restaurants and cafes on offer, and the town centre was even named Scotland's Most Beautiful High Street, winning a public vote in 2019.
From Kirkwall, travel south west on the A961. After approximately 3.5 miles, bear left onto the B9052 signposted for Toab. After a further mile, the entrance to West Heath (Holland Road) is on the left.
For viewers using the ‘what3words’ app, the entrance track is at ///signal.ironic.underway
Brochures
ParticularsWest Heath Farm, Holm, Orkney, Orkney Islands, KW17
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Thurso Station31.8 miles
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