Overton Farm, Denny, FK6 5JE, Denny, FK6

Overton Farm is situated to the North East of Denny at approximately 179m above sea level, to the south of the River Carron, a site of special scientific interest. The area is well resourced in terms of agricultural infrastructure, being served by a number of grain merchants, agricultural suppliers and machinery dealers in addition to an active machinery ring. Auction Marts and abattoirs can be found in Stirling. The surrounding countryside of the Carron Valley is well regarded for outdoor pursuits with hacking routes, countryside walks and cycling routes nearby. The village amenities of Denny are within 3 miles of the property, providing shopping for everyday needs and primary schooling. The secondary schooling for the area is Denny High School. The property is ideally placed to access the amenities of both Falkirk and Stirling which include High Street shops, edge of town retailers, business amenities and sports / leisure facilities. Edinburgh and Glasgow are within easy reach of the subjects via the M9 / M876 / M80 motorway network which are only 3 miles from the property. Edinburgh and Glasgow airports are also readily accessible by road.

Overton Farm has been in the same family ownership for many generations. It has predominantly served as a beef cattle farm with some sheep grazing. The farm is being offered for sale in three separate lots or as a whole.
The land is predominantly comprised of grasslands, and has been used for cattle grazing in recent years. The land is undulating and lies at approximately 150 – 179 metres above sea level. The land is shown on the Hutton Institute Land Capability for Agriculture Plans as being predominantly of Class 3.2 in quality and as such is deemed to be suitable for the growing of grass for grazing purposes and to have some limited potential for cropping. It is recognised that the area may offer significant woodland planting potential, especially for native species. The land has F2 & F3 Class status on the National Soil Map for Scotland in relation to the capability which offers good flexibility for the growth and management of tree crops. The soils are described on the Hutton Institute Soil Plans as being non-calcareous gleys of the Rowanhill Soil Association. Field boundaries consist mainly of post and wire fencing with good access from the B818 and minor roads to the south connecting to Denny.

The farmhouse, sits next to the outbuildings, central to the holding. This vacant property is now presented for modernisation and development throughout. The Farmhouse extends to approximately 2489 sq ft (232 square metres).

The accommodation comprises:
Ground Floor: Entrance vestibule. Shower room with WC and WHB. Kitchen. Dining Room. Sitting Room. Bedroom 1. Bedroom 2.
First Floor: 3 Further Bedrooms. Linen Store. Family bathroom (bath, WC and WHB).

Water Mains supply
Drainage Septic Tank
Heating Oil fired central heating system
Council Tax Band F
EPC Available through the selling agents

FARM BUILDINGS
The farm buildings comprise of a mixed range of modern and traditional structures, including an original stone cottage. The farm buildings appear to be in a mixed state of repair and some attention to roof coverings and maintenance is required. Buildings include:
Cattle Court 147ft x 131ft (45m x 40m approximately)
Grain Store 42ft x 11ft (13m x 11.6m approximately)
Cattle Shed 101ft x 78ft (31m x 24m approximately)
Stone Cottage 32ft x 16ft (10m x 5m approximately)
Stables 42ft x 13 ft (13m x 4m approximately)
General Purpose Shed 59ft x 45ft (18m x 14m approximately)
Store 30ft x 20ft (9.2m x 6.3m approximately)
Store 32ft x 15ft (10m x 4.7m approximately)
Dutch Barn 72ft x 49ft (22m x 15m approximately)
Barn 45ft x 32ft ( 14m x 10m approximately)
Lean-to 41ft x 36ft (12.5m x 11m approximately)

No items are included unless specifically mentioned in these particulars. Some plant and machinery may be available by separate negotiation. Please contact the selling agents for further information.
The land extends to approximately 362.73 acres and is parcelled to the south of the B818, as outlined in red on the sales plan, surrounding Overton Farmhouse and outbuildings, with good access. A former quarry is situated on field 27. The soil is classed as 4.2 for agriculture and class F3 for forestry according to the James Hutton Institute. The land is affected by areas of surface water flooding identified on the current SEPA flood maps. The land is capable of a mixed livestock and arable enterprise. There are also a wealth of opportunities across this land to establish nature based projects to improve biodiversity net gain and carbon capture, the fields to the west are indicated on the HabMoS EUNIS Land Cover Scotland Map to have category D1 areas (raised and blanket bogs). Field 15 contains a steading ruin. Field 31 borders a housing estate within the town of Fankerton, to the north west of Denny. Field 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9 are within a Site of Scientific Interest.