Catherton Common, Clee Hill, Shropshire

Foreword

Land known as ‘Magpie’ is currently laid to permanent pasture in three enclosures amounting to approximately 9.64 acres (3.9 Ha), as delineated in red on the attached plan. The land is gently sloping to level, well fenced with natural water supplies. The land has been currently used for grazing livestock and lends itself to having excellent stocking capabilities with the benefit of being equipped with a fixed sheep handling area and licensed dipping bath. The land leads itself to a variety of uses including agriculture, amenity, ecological, equestrian, tourism, or recreational purposes, subject to the necessary consents and restrictions. It also offers future opportunities for investment in natural capital, carbon sequestration and biodiversity. The land is located on Magpie Hill on the edge of Catherton Common, opposite Titterstone Hill and adjacent to the Clee Hill which are renowned for their breath-taking views and being a part of the Shropshire Hills, an Area of (truncated)

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The land is located within the renowned farming area of South Shropshire, approximately less than half a mile from Cleeton St Mary, a small village in the Southeast of Shropshire, having a handful of houses and small church, however it is spoilt for its array of popular walking paths and bridleways. Amenities can be found on just under a 3-mile drive away in the village Clee Hill, the village benefits from a small convenience store, a public house, fish and chip shop, as well as a primary school. A further 5 miles east from Clee Hill the A49 can be accessed which passes by larger towns including, Ludlow, Leominster, Craven Arms and Hereford. There are a number of larger towns within the region that provide good road and rail networks including Ludlow 9 miles to the South, and Shrewsbury 30 miles to the North.

Building

There are no buildings on the land, however, there is with a fixed sheep handling area and licensed dipping bath.

Uplift Clause / Overage Agreement

The land is being offered for sale subject to an uplift clause stating that if within 25 years from the purchase date the buyer develops the land or obtains planning permission for such, 50% of any increase in value is payable to the current seller.

Possession

Vacant possession available upon completion.

Sporting Rights

These are in hand and will pass with the sale of the freehold.

Timber

All growing timber is included in the sale of the property.

Rural Payments Ageny & Policy

The land is registered with the RPA. Further information can be sought from the Rural Payments Agency, PO Box 69, Reading RG1 3YD Tel.

Agri-Environmental Scheme

There are no agri-environmental schemes upon the land.

Local Authority

Shropshire Council, Shirehall, Abbey Foregate, Shrewsbury SY2 6ND Tel.

Plans, Areas & Schedules

These are based on the Rural Land Register Map and are for reference only. They have been checked and computed by the agents and the purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error or misstatement shall not annul the sale, nor entitle either party to compensation. The plan is for the purposes of identification only.

Planning

The land is sold subject to any development plan, tree preservation order, town planning schedule, resolution or notice which may be or become to be in force, and subject to any road widening or improvement schemes, land charges and statutory provisions or bylaws without any obligation on the vendors to specify them.

Boundaries

The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and neither the vendor nor the vendor's agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or ownership thereof.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way

The property is sold subject to, and with the benefit of, all easements and quasi-easements and rights of way, declared and undeclared.

Access

The land is accessed via byway over Catherton Common.

Water

The land benefits from natural water supplies.

Guide Price

This is an indication of the seller's current minimum acceptable price. The guide price is given to assist prospective purchasers in deciding whether or not to pursue a purchase.

Method of Sale

The land is offered for sale by Informal Tender. Written tenders are to be received in writing at the McCartneys, Craven Arms office on the prepared Tender Form by no later than 12 noon on Friday 20th December 2024. Tenders to be placed in a sealed envelope and marked ‘Land at known as ‘Magpie’, Catherton Common’. The Vendor reserves the right to refuse the highest or indeed any tender.

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations

The successful purchaser should please provide a photographic form of ID such as driver’s licence or passport, and a utility bill or bank statement confirming their home address.

Health & Safety

The Agent advises all prospective purchasers when viewing the property to take due care.

Viewing

Strictly by prior appointment with the agents - McCartneys Tel: . Opening Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm WHAT3WORDS – ///vote.tunnel.conqueror