Hambridge, Langport
Guide Price
£100,000
- PROPERTY TYPE
Land
- SIZE
325,393 sq ft
30,230 sq m
Key features
- Commercial Cider Orchard
- 7.47 Acres (3.02 Hectares)
- Road Access
- Variety of Cider Apple Trees
- For Sale by Informal Tender
- Closing Date for Offers: 11th September
- FREEHOLD
Description
A commercial cider orchard situated in a pretty location on the edge of Hambridge village. 7.47 acres (3.02 hectares). Road access. Variety of cider apple trees. For sale by informal tender (closing date 11th September 2025). FREEHOLD.
Situation - The land lies on the eastern edge of the village of Hambridge, surrounded by attractive countryside in south Somerset. The town of Ilminster lies 5.5 miles to the south and access to the A303 (Southfields Roundabout) lies within 7 miles. The M5 (junction 25) on the edge of Taunton is 12 miles to the north-west
Description - The land forms part of Playses Farm Orchard which is a well maintained commercial cider orchard producing a bi-annual crop which was previously supplying Magners but now supplies smaller more local cider producers.
The total area being sold is 7.47 acres (3.02 hectares) and includes trees producing the following varieties: Dabinett, Harry Masters, Yarlington Mill, Michelin, Coat Jersey and Chisel Jersey.
The soils are described as being lime rich loamy and clayey soils with impeded drainage. The land is classified as Grade 3.
Services - There are no services connected.
Access - There is access to the orchard via a right of way at all times for all purposes as shown on the plan (north-east corner).
Method Of Sale - The orchard is offered for sale by Informal Tenders. Offers are to be received no later than 12:00 (midday) on Thursday 11th September 2025.
All offers must be received in writing to include evidence of the source of funding. An informal tender form is available from Stags.
Tenure - The land is owned freehold.
Completion Date - The completion date will be in December 2025, after the current years apple harvest is completed.
Local Authority - Somerset Council (South Somerset area).
Overage (Development Uplift) - The land will be sold subject to a development uplift (overage) provision on the following terms: Upon planning consent being granted for any residential use within a 30 year period from the completion date, the sellers will receive 25% of any increase in value of the land (assessed by an independent valuer).
Wayleaves & Rights Of Way - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any wayleave agreement and any public or private rights of way that may affect it.
We understand that a mains sewer passes through the land, inside the western boundary.
Boundary Plan - A plan which is not to scale, is included with these sale particulars for identification purposes only.
The new boundary to the south will be fenced by the seller and is currently marked with timber stakes and flags. The eastern boundary will not be fenced by the seller but the purchaser can fence this boundary should they wish to do so. The seller also reserves the right to fence this eastern boundary.
Viewing - Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with Stags. Please call or email: to arrange an appointment.
Directions - From the Lamb and Lion pub in Hambridge, proceed along Westmoor Lane (opposite the pub) signed towards Martock. Continue for approximately 0.3 miles and the entrance gate is found on the right.
For viewings, from Westmoor Lane take the first turning right onto Playses Green, follow this road to the end and park on the concrete pad beyond the farm gates.
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Disclaimer - These particulars are a guide only and are not to be relied upon for any purpose.
Situation - The land lies on the eastern edge of the village of Hambridge, surrounded by attractive countryside in south Somerset. The town of Ilminster lies 5.5 miles to the south and access to the A303 (Southfields Roundabout) lies within 7 miles. The M5 (junction 25) on the edge of Taunton is 12 miles to the north-west
Description - The land forms part of Playses Farm Orchard which is a well maintained commercial cider orchard producing a bi-annual crop which was previously supplying Magners but now supplies smaller more local cider producers.
The total area being sold is 7.47 acres (3.02 hectares) and includes trees producing the following varieties: Dabinett, Harry Masters, Yarlington Mill, Michelin, Coat Jersey and Chisel Jersey.
The soils are described as being lime rich loamy and clayey soils with impeded drainage. The land is classified as Grade 3.
Services - There are no services connected.
Access - There is access to the orchard via a right of way at all times for all purposes as shown on the plan (north-east corner).
Method Of Sale - The orchard is offered for sale by Informal Tenders. Offers are to be received no later than 12:00 (midday) on Thursday 11th September 2025.
All offers must be received in writing to include evidence of the source of funding. An informal tender form is available from Stags.
Tenure - The land is owned freehold.
Completion Date - The completion date will be in December 2025, after the current years apple harvest is completed.
Local Authority - Somerset Council (South Somerset area).
Overage (Development Uplift) - The land will be sold subject to a development uplift (overage) provision on the following terms: Upon planning consent being granted for any residential use within a 30 year period from the completion date, the sellers will receive 25% of any increase in value of the land (assessed by an independent valuer).
Wayleaves & Rights Of Way - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any wayleave agreement and any public or private rights of way that may affect it.
We understand that a mains sewer passes through the land, inside the western boundary.
Boundary Plan - A plan which is not to scale, is included with these sale particulars for identification purposes only.
The new boundary to the south will be fenced by the seller and is currently marked with timber stakes and flags. The eastern boundary will not be fenced by the seller but the purchaser can fence this boundary should they wish to do so. The seller also reserves the right to fence this eastern boundary.
Viewing - Viewings are strictly by prior appointment with Stags. Please call or email: to arrange an appointment.
Directions - From the Lamb and Lion pub in Hambridge, proceed along Westmoor Lane (opposite the pub) signed towards Martock. Continue for approximately 0.3 miles and the entrance gate is found on the right.
For viewings, from Westmoor Lane take the first turning right onto Playses Green, follow this road to the end and park on the concrete pad beyond the farm gates.
What3words - Reference/// tidal.think.panning
Disclaimer - These particulars are a guide only and are not to be relied upon for any purpose.
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NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Crewkerne Station8.9 miles
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