Hoar Cross, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Guide Price
£1,215,000
- PROPERTY TYPE
Land
- SIZE
5,405,360 sq ft
502,175 sq m
Key features
- Ring-fenced block of Grade 3 arable land, grassland & woodland in a ring-fence
- About 71.47 acres of arable land
- About 37.76 acres of grassland
- About 14.86 acres of woodland
- Extending in all to about 124.09 acres (50.22 ha)
- Vacant Possession available
- For sale by private treaty as a whole or in up to two lots
Description
An excellent ring-fenced mixed arable and grassland holding in an accessible location with amenity woodland. Available as a whole or in up to two lots.
Lot 1 – About 91.21 acres (36.91 ha) of arable land, grassland and woodland.
Lot 2 - About 32.88 acres (13.31 ha) of arable land and woodland.
Extending to approximately 124.09 acres (50.22 ha) in all.
Situation and Description
The land is positioned between the villages of Newchurch and Rangemore in East Staffordshire and adjoins the A515 providing excellent access to the A50 to the north.
The arable land is capable of supporting a range of cereal crops with good yields produced, and the land is generally well drained. The grassland has been utilised principally for livestock grazing, and the ancient and semi natural woodland has been used as part of a small shoot in recent years.
Lot 1
About 91.21 acres (36.91 ha) of arable land, grassland and woodland. The arable land extends to about 42.43 acres. The grassland extends to about 37.76 acres, and the woodland and tracks comprise the remaining acreage.
The arable land has been under a legume and herb-rich sward (Countryside Stewardship Scheme) GS4 option since 2024.
Access is provided off Scotch Hill to the northern boundary with a good agricultural access track leading to the holding. An access of the A515 is available although has not been utilised for a number of years.
The land is mainly bound by mature hedgerows but individual fields are enclosed with post and wire fencing which is generally good order.
Lot 2
About 32.88 acres (13.31 ha) of arable land and woodland. The arable land extends to about 29.04 acres. The woodland comprises the remaining acreage.
The arable land has been under a legume and herb-rich sward (Countryside Stewardship Scheme) GS4 option since 2024.
Access is provided via two gateways off Scotch Hill to the northern boundary.
The land comprises a ring-fenced predominantly arable holding which is undulating in nature. The permanent grassland along the western boundary has previously been utilised for livestock grazing and is generally well fenced with post and wire fencing. The arable land is generally bound by mature hedgerows.
The land is mainly bound by mature hedgerows, but individual fields are enclosed with post and wire fencing which is generally good order.
Services
Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the availability of services and any future connections.
Tenure & Possession
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession, subject to a grazing licence over 37.77 acres of Lot 1, which expires 31st October 2025.
Ingoing crop Valuation
Subject to date of sale completion, an ingoing valuation may be required.
Method of sale
The land is offered for sale by private treaty and is available as a whole or in up to two lots.
Please note: The vendors reserve the right to conclude the sale by any means at their discretion and the Vendors are not obliged to accept the highest or indeed any offer submitted.
Local Authority
East Staffordshire Borough Council and Staffordshire County Council.
Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves, and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
A public footpath crosses the land to the southwest of Lot 1. There are a two high voltage overhead electricity lines crossing the property.
Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
Overage
The land will be sold subject to a new uplift provision which will specify that 20% of any increase in value due to development (as defined in Section 55 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990) will be payable to the Vendors or their successors in title should such development occur within 20 years from the date of completion. The uplift will be payable upon implementation or on a future sale with the benefit of a planning consent but shall not be triggered by any development for agricultural and/or equestrian purposes.
The Vendor is willing to consider offers based on varied overage terms to the above, including offers free of the new uplift provision.
VAT
We understand the property has not been opted to tax and therefore VAT will not be chargeable in addition to the purchase price.
In the event that a sale of the property or any part thereof or any right to it becomes a chargeable supply for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable in addition to the sale price.
Mineral, Sporting, and Timber Rights
The sporting and timber rights will be transferred with the freehold title where owned. We understand the sporting rights covering approximately 30 acres are reserved in perpetuity to a third party.
The mineral rights (over part) are reserved to a third party with underground workings only. Compensation provisions are provided for.
Land Quality and Soil Type
The land is classified as grade 3.
The soil type according to the LandIS interactive map powered by DEFRA and Cranfield University describes the soil as predominantly Soilscape 8 described as slightly acid loamy and clayey soils with impeded drainage and Soilscape 18 described as slowly permeable seasonally wet slightly acid but base-rich loamy and clayey soils.
Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ)
The Property lies within an NVZ Area and is subject to the usual restrictions.
Basic Payment Scheme and Environmental Schemes
The land has historically been registered for payments under the Basic Payment Scheme and all de-linked payments relevant to the land will be retained by the Vendors.
The farmland is entered into a Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme. On completion of the sale this agreement shall be terminated.
The farmland is within a Countryside Stewardship Scheme until 2028. The options include GS4 - Legume & Herb rich swards, GS2 - Permanent grassland with very low inputs and AB9 - Winter bird food.
The purchaser/s will be obliged to take over the relevant stewardship options upon completion.
Viewings
Viewings of the land may be undertaken during daylight hours only and with a copy of these particulars to hand. Viewers must confirm the time of their inspection to the selling agent prior to arrival. Please note the property is a working farm and viewers must take precautions with livestock and potential farm machinery on the property.
Directions
Postcode – DE13 8RL (nearest)
what3words: ///entertainer.capillary.insulated
Lot 1 – About 91.21 acres (36.91 ha) of arable land, grassland and woodland.
Lot 2 - About 32.88 acres (13.31 ha) of arable land and woodland.
Extending to approximately 124.09 acres (50.22 ha) in all.
Situation and Description
The land is positioned between the villages of Newchurch and Rangemore in East Staffordshire and adjoins the A515 providing excellent access to the A50 to the north.
The arable land is capable of supporting a range of cereal crops with good yields produced, and the land is generally well drained. The grassland has been utilised principally for livestock grazing, and the ancient and semi natural woodland has been used as part of a small shoot in recent years.
Lot 1
About 91.21 acres (36.91 ha) of arable land, grassland and woodland. The arable land extends to about 42.43 acres. The grassland extends to about 37.76 acres, and the woodland and tracks comprise the remaining acreage.
The arable land has been under a legume and herb-rich sward (Countryside Stewardship Scheme) GS4 option since 2024.
Access is provided off Scotch Hill to the northern boundary with a good agricultural access track leading to the holding. An access of the A515 is available although has not been utilised for a number of years.
The land is mainly bound by mature hedgerows but individual fields are enclosed with post and wire fencing which is generally good order.
Lot 2
About 32.88 acres (13.31 ha) of arable land and woodland. The arable land extends to about 29.04 acres. The woodland comprises the remaining acreage.
The arable land has been under a legume and herb-rich sward (Countryside Stewardship Scheme) GS4 option since 2024.
Access is provided via two gateways off Scotch Hill to the northern boundary.
The land comprises a ring-fenced predominantly arable holding which is undulating in nature. The permanent grassland along the western boundary has previously been utilised for livestock grazing and is generally well fenced with post and wire fencing. The arable land is generally bound by mature hedgerows.
The land is mainly bound by mature hedgerows, but individual fields are enclosed with post and wire fencing which is generally good order.
Services
Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the availability of services and any future connections.
Tenure & Possession
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession, subject to a grazing licence over 37.77 acres of Lot 1, which expires 31st October 2025.
Ingoing crop Valuation
Subject to date of sale completion, an ingoing valuation may be required.
Method of sale
The land is offered for sale by private treaty and is available as a whole or in up to two lots.
Please note: The vendors reserve the right to conclude the sale by any means at their discretion and the Vendors are not obliged to accept the highest or indeed any offer submitted.
Local Authority
East Staffordshire Borough Council and Staffordshire County Council.
Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves, and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
A public footpath crosses the land to the southwest of Lot 1. There are a two high voltage overhead electricity lines crossing the property.
Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
Overage
The land will be sold subject to a new uplift provision which will specify that 20% of any increase in value due to development (as defined in Section 55 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990) will be payable to the Vendors or their successors in title should such development occur within 20 years from the date of completion. The uplift will be payable upon implementation or on a future sale with the benefit of a planning consent but shall not be triggered by any development for agricultural and/or equestrian purposes.
The Vendor is willing to consider offers based on varied overage terms to the above, including offers free of the new uplift provision.
VAT
We understand the property has not been opted to tax and therefore VAT will not be chargeable in addition to the purchase price.
In the event that a sale of the property or any part thereof or any right to it becomes a chargeable supply for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable in addition to the sale price.
Mineral, Sporting, and Timber Rights
The sporting and timber rights will be transferred with the freehold title where owned. We understand the sporting rights covering approximately 30 acres are reserved in perpetuity to a third party.
The mineral rights (over part) are reserved to a third party with underground workings only. Compensation provisions are provided for.
Land Quality and Soil Type
The land is classified as grade 3.
The soil type according to the LandIS interactive map powered by DEFRA and Cranfield University describes the soil as predominantly Soilscape 8 described as slightly acid loamy and clayey soils with impeded drainage and Soilscape 18 described as slowly permeable seasonally wet slightly acid but base-rich loamy and clayey soils.
Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ)
The Property lies within an NVZ Area and is subject to the usual restrictions.
Basic Payment Scheme and Environmental Schemes
The land has historically been registered for payments under the Basic Payment Scheme and all de-linked payments relevant to the land will be retained by the Vendors.
The farmland is entered into a Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme. On completion of the sale this agreement shall be terminated.
The farmland is within a Countryside Stewardship Scheme until 2028. The options include GS4 - Legume & Herb rich swards, GS2 - Permanent grassland with very low inputs and AB9 - Winter bird food.
The purchaser/s will be obliged to take over the relevant stewardship options upon completion.
Viewings
Viewings of the land may be undertaken during daylight hours only and with a copy of these particulars to hand. Viewers must confirm the time of their inspection to the selling agent prior to arrival. Please note the property is a working farm and viewers must take precautions with livestock and potential farm machinery on the property.
Directions
Postcode – DE13 8RL (nearest)
what3words: ///entertainer.capillary.insulated
Brochures
ParticularsHoar Cross, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Tutbury & Hatton Station5.7 miles
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