Howe Lane, Binfield, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42

Land and buildings with potential for alternative uses.

Description

Location:
The property is in Berkshire, in close proximity to Bracknell (7.2km / 4.8 miles) and Maidenhead (8.9km / 5.5 miles). London is 48 km / 30 miles to the east.

The area benefits from excellent transport connectivity with Junctions 8/9 of the M4 Motorway approximately 8km (5 miles) to the north-east and some 16.9km (10.5 miles) to Junction 3 of the M3 providing direct routes to London, Reading, Heathrow Airport and the wider motorway network.

Maidenhead and Bracknell Railway Stations offer regular services to Central London, Reading and other urban conurbations in the south of England. The Elizabeth Line operates out of Maidenhead Station, providing a direct link to Heathrow Airport and London Paddington in under 30 minutes.

Heathrow Airport can be reached via the Elizabeth Line with journey times to London Paddington in under 30 minutes.

Situation:
The site is approximately 215 acres (87 hectares). Each block has historically been used for the grazing of horses and livestock. The land benefits from direct road access from the cluster of modern farm buildings on the western boundary.

The property is situated 10km to the north of Bracknell town centre, bounded by Drift Road (north), Birds Hill Golf Club (east), Pendry’s Lane (south) and Howe Lane (west). Main vehicular access is via Howe Lane with a secondary access on Drift Road.

The surrounding area is characterised by open countryside and greenbelt land offering a balance of rural charm with convenient access to nearby urban amenities.

Situated close to some of the UK's best known sporting and recreational venues; the farm is in the heart of the UK’s most prominent polo region. The Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club is only 8.5km (5.3 miles) and the world renowned Guards Polo Club is only 16.4 km (10.2 miles) to the north-west. The area’s rich equestrian tradition is further enhanced by the proximity to Ascot Racecourse which is less than 12.5km (7.7 miles) from the property. The Wentworth Golf Club, acclaimed championship PGA golf course is 18.3km (11.4 miles) to the south-east.

GENERAL REMARKS AND STIPULATIONS:

Method of Sale:
The Freehold of Buck Farm is offered for sale by private treaty.

Tenure:
Vacant possession is to be provided on completion.

Local authority:
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead, SL6 1RF


Planning:
Planning permission was previously granted to construct three polo pitches and convert the existing buildings into ancillary accommodation. These permissions allow a total of 165,332 cubic metres of suitable material to be imported on to the site for construction purposes. Polo pitches 1 and 2 are grassed over and used for grazing at present.

Planning permission is believed to have lapsed but the property still possesses significant opportunity for establishment of a significant equestrian facility.

Soil:
According to the Soil Survey of England and Wales, the land lies over good ground. The soil makeup consists of a mix of ground types. The land is Wickham 4, which is typical of the area and is known to be fine, loamy and over clay.

Environmental Permits:
Permits were granted by the Environment Agency for tipping activities for the construction of polo fields which have been surrendered. The permits were surrendered in 2011 and 2013, although tipping continued. These permits allowed a total of 200,000 tonnes to be imported to the site.

Site Surveys and Reports:
An Environmental Due Diligence Report by Connix Consulting Limited dated May 2025 is available to download. A topographical and volumetric survey was undertaken by Greenhatch Group in April 2025 and has confirmed that 873,662 cubic metres of material have been brought onto the farm. An Asbestos Management Survey Report was undertaken of the farm buildings by Casa Environmental Services Limited in February 2025. We draw your attention to the recommendations within the report to remove asbestos containing materials in poor condition and debris. A Material Classification Survey Assessment was undertaken by TRC in March 2025 which reported that no significant contamination had occurred.

All technical survey's can be made available upon request by the purchaser.

Tenure:
The property is held freehold.

VAT:
In the event that the sale of the farm, or part of it or any right attached to it, becomes chargeable for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable by the purchaser in addition to the consideration.

Mineral, Sporting and Timber Rights:
As far as they are owned and leased, the mineral and sporting rights as well as the standing timber on the farm are included within the sale.

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way:
Buck Farm is sold subject to and with the benefit of all matters contained in and referred to in the title deeds together with all existing rights of way whether public or private, including wayleaves, easements, covenants, restrictions and obligations whether specifically mentioned in these sale particulars or not. The buyer(s) shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and the ownership thereof.

Health and Safety:
Given the potential hazards of a working farm we would ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around the farm buildings and water courses.

Viewings:
Strictly by prior appointment only and pre-arranged through Savills.

Directions:
Address: Buck Farm, Howe Lane, Binfield, Bracknell, Berkshire
Postcode: RG42 5QS
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Acreage: 215 Acres