Bagber, Sturminster Newton

12.07 acres (4.88 ha) of permanent pasture, with the benefit of single bank fishing rights

The Property - On the market after nearly 30 years of ownership, the Land at Bagber Bridge offers an opportunity to acquire 12.07 acres (4.88 ha) of agricultural land in an accessible, rural location with the benefit of nearly 800 metres of single bank fishing rights on the River Lydden. The land provides a blank canvas for various uses subject to the necessary consents.

Situation - The land is situated in quiet, rural location between the historic market town of Sturminster Newton and the substantial village of Stalbridge. The land enjoys pleasant views of surrounding Blackmore Vale countryside and adjoins the pretty, winding River Lydden. The land is bounded by mature hedgerows, stock proof fencing and of course the river. Sturminster Newton is a popular town rich in history with a vibrant community and features a selection of independent shops, cafes, and traditional pubs.

The Land - Comprising one parcel extending to approximately 12.07 acres (4.88 ha) of permanent pasture, the land has been grazed by sheep annually for over 28 years. The land benefits from productive alluvium and valley gravel soil and is suited to livestock grazing in spring and summer months. The parcel is generally level in topography and could facilitate a range of recreational, ecological, agricultural, horticultural or equestrian uses subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

The River - The property’s northeastern boundary is comprised of approximately 795 metres of meandering riverbank, the property will be sold with the benefit of single bank fishing rights for the whole stretch adjoining the parcel. The River Lydden, with its source rising under a chalk escarpment near the village of Buckland Newton, is a tributary of the River Stour. The river provides habitat to a host birds, mammals & aquatic species. Kingfishers are regularly seen by the current vendor as well as egrets, herons, water voles, and occasionally the illusive otter.

Fishing - Throughout the course of the vendors ownership, 100 Barbel have been introduced to the stretch as well as 4,000 Roach all of which were provided by the Environment Agency. The fishing has been privately sold on an informal day rod basis. Highlights of the species caught, and associated weights include the following:

•Pike at 16lbs
•Chub at 5lbs
•Perch at 2lbs 4ozs
•Roach at 2lbs 1oz
•Dace at 10ozs
•Rainbow Trout at 12ozs

There are ten pools along the stretch of river with the bridge pool, (pool 1 on sale plan) being the deepest at approximately 12ft in the summer and 18ft in the winter. The Barbel and roach were released into pools 2, 3 and 4. The banks have been maintained by the vendor with some areas of nettles left to provide habitat for butterflies and other insects.

Services - Mains electricity & mains water are not connected. A gas main passes through the southern part of the parcel as well as fibre internet cabling (see sale plan for approximate location).

Access - Via the council-maintained highway, through a single gate.

Material Information - The entirety of the land is situated in Flood Zone 3 (An Area of High Risk of Flooding). The land does flood in winter months during very heavy rainfall.

Local Authority - Dorset Council -


Tenure And Possession - Freehold with vacant possession on completion.

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