Bucks Cross, Bideford

Three large fields and a small area of woodland overlooking the North Devon coast. 69.75 acres. Land used in arable rotation and for grazing. Direct access to the A39 on the southern boundary. For sale by private treaty. FREEHOLD

Situation - The land at Bucks Barton is situated in an unspoilt part of North Devon, overlooking the rugged coastline a short distance from the Cornish border and near to the famous fishing village of Clovelly, known for its steep cobbled streets and historic cottages.

Buck’s Cross, a semi-rural hamlet on the A39 is half a mile away, with the Atlantic Academy here providing secondary education up to GCSE level, a shop and post office and The Merry Harriers garden centre and restaurant nearby.

The village of Woolsery (Woolfardisworthy), located 2.4 miles away and has a primary school, local shop / Post Office, a garage, church, and popular fish and chip shop. The village pub, The Farmers Arms, is a renowned gastro pub with produce sourced from the owners’ farm and named Pub of the year in 2025 by Visit England.

There are more extensive shopping facilities and amenities available at the port and market town of Bideford (8 miles) and the picturesque Hartland Quay and the village of Bradworthy are all within easy reach.

The regional centre of Barnstaple (17 miles) provides all the area's main business, shopping and commercial facilities and also rail services to Exeter along the scenic Tarka Line. There are also good transport links via the A39 which connects to the A361 at Barnstaple and the M5 motorway (Junction 27).

There is direct access to the South West Coast Path with Bucks Mills within walking distance to the east and The Hobby Drive to the west providing access to Clovelly on foot.

Description - LOT 2: Land north-west of Bucks Barton (69.75 acres (28.23 hectares).

The land forms part of Bucks Barton which has been owned by the same family since 1951 and is an historic farm situated in a stunning position with views from the land over the North Devon coastline with Lundy Island, Baggy Point and Saunton Sands all visible on a clear day and breath-taking sunsets to the west, especially during the summer months.

The land is situated within the North Devon coast Area of Outstanding Beauty (AONB) at between 150 and 200 metres above sea level and is classified as Grade 3 with the soils being described as freely draining slightly acid loamy soils,

The land within LOT 2 comprises three large fields and a small area of woodland. Two of the fields are used in arable rotation and are level and gently sloping. The third field is more sloping and used for grazing with stunning views over the coast. There is direct access to the A39 on the southern boundary.

Services - Mains water (metered). If LOT 2 is sold separately to LOT 1, the purchaser of LOT 2 will be required to establish a new mains water connection.

Tenure - The property is owned freehold and is registered on the Land Registry.

The land is currently let on a grazing licence (until the 31st October 2025) and a cropping licence (until the end of August 2025).

Local Authority - Torridge District Council. Council Tax: Bucks Barton: Band D. Bucks Barton Lodge: Band B.

Designations & Land Management - The property is within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and not within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ).

There is a Countryside Stewardship agreement (Mid-Tier) in place which ends on the 31st December 2027.

Sporting And Mineral Rights - The sporting and mineral rights insofar as they are owned are included with the freehold.

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.

There are two public footpaths passing through the farm. One is within the LOT 1 land and the other is the South West Coast Path on the northern boundary of LOT 2.

The property Currabinny has a right of access over the first section of the Buck’s Barton driveway.

Viewing - Strictly by prior appointment with Stags. Please call to arrange an appointment or email: .

Directions - From Bucks Cross on the A39 to the west of Bideford, proceed west on the A39 and after 0.5 miles the entrance to Bucks Barton will be found on the right. For LOT 2, continue on the A39 and shortly after the road bends to the left, the entrance gate to the land will be found on the right.

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Disclaimer - Stags gives notice that: 1. These particulars are a general guide to the description of the property and are not to be relied upon for any purpose. 2. These particulars do not constitute part of an offer or contract. 3. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and fittings have not been tested or assessed. Purchasers must satisfy themselves. 4. All photographs, measurements, floorplans and distances referred to are given as a guide only. 5. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. 6. Whilst we have tried to describe the property as accurately as possible, if there is anything you have particular concerns over or sensitivities to, or would like further information about, please ask prior to arranging a viewing.

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