Buckland Brewer, Bideford, Devon, EX39

An attractive and conveniently located block of productive pasture land currently managed for conservation purposes although with potential for a variety of agricultural and amenity uses. In all about 68.39 Acres.


This sale represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a large parcel of productive agricultural and amenity land occupying a convenient and readily accessible rural position between Buckland Brewer and Parkham. The land is contained within one large block and primarily divided by natural hedgerows into a number of convenient and manageable enclosures, although having been extensively grazed the internal fencing does now require attention in some areas. Direct road access is available to the land in the south west corner.
The land is primarily level and gently undulating, comprising mainly traditional pasture, with small belts of mixed deciduous woodland, bisected by a pretty stream which provides some natural watering. In recent years the land has been farmed for conservation purposes with minimal artificial inputs, utilised primarily for livestock grazing and occasional fodder production. The traditional hedgerows and pasture have been sympathetically managed to provide varied habitats for a wide range of flora and fauna, affording a wonderful conservation area. Nevertheless, the potential undoubtedly exists to bring the land back into more intensive agricultural production, subject to obtaining any necessary consents and the expiration of the current Countryside Stewardship agreement. The lands convenient location, superb views and aesthetic appeal may also make it suitable for a variety of conservation, equestrian or other amenity uses.
Extending in total to about 68.39 Acres (27.67 Ha) the land is offered for sale as a whole, as shown on the attached identification plan and described within these sale particulars.

Tenure
The land is of freehold tenure with vacant possession available upon completion of the sale. Please note:- The land has not yet been registered with the Land Registry.

Services
The land benefits from some natural watering.
The land will be sold without any mains services of any kind and prospective purchaser’s should make their own enquires as to the availability of these and any other services.

Basic Payment Scheme
The Basic Payment Scheme has now ended and the land will be sold without any entitlements or de-linked payments.

Agri-Environment Schemes & Designations
We understand that the land is currently subject to a 5 year Mid-Tier Countryside Stewardship agreement, which commenced on the 1st January 2024 (Ref: 1647492). The property will be sold subject to the terms of this agreement and prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the contents and obligations of this agreement and will covenant to farm in accordance with the management prescriptions. Further details are available from the Agents.

Rights of Way, Easements, Etc.
We are not aware of any rights of way crossing the land. The land, as far as required by the Vendors, will be conveyed, subject to all public or private rights of way, easements, and wayleaves of telegraph and telephone poles, stays and wires, electric pylons, poles and cables, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any).

Sporting and Mineral Rights
The sporting and mineral rights across the land, insofar as they are owned, will be included in the freehold sale.

Important Notice
Whilst we endeavour to make our sales details accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular interest to you please contact the office and we will be pleased to confirm the position for you, particularly if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
None of the statements contained within these particulars are to be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Interested applicants are advised to make their own enquiries and investigations before finalising their offer to purchase.

The land occupies a tucked away and yet convenient rural position surrounded by unspoilt rolling countryside within a predominantly agricultural landscape, lying between the sought after villages of Buckland Brewer and Parkham, nestled in the heart of the county. Despite its peaceful rural location the land is well situated for easy access to the surrounding districts and main routes of communication.
The village of Buckland Brewer to the east provides a thriving and active local community, with a local primary school, public house, parish church and village hall, whilst the larger North Devon port town of Bideford may be found to the north east same direction affording a much wider range of shopping, banking, educational and recreational services. From Bideford the A39 affords an easy link to the regional centre of Barnstaple from where the A361 North Devon link road provides access to Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27). Mainline intercity rail links are available at Exeter and Tiverton Parkway, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.
The land is surrounded by picturesque Devon countryside providing a wealth of recreational activities including walking, horse riding, cycling, fishing on the rivers Torridge and Taw, hunting, shooting and golf courses at Northam, Barnstaple and High Bickington. To the north east and south east the National Parks of Exmoor and Dartmoor offer beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths. The stunning North Devon coast provides access to the renowned South West Coast Path and popular tourist destinations including Westward Ho! and the picturesque historic fishing village of Clovelly, with popular beaches at Peppercombe, Bucks Mills and Instow.