Cradley, Malvern, Herefordshire

A scenic ring fence farm extending to about 449.7 acres (181.9 hectares). Additional 167.7 acres available as separate lot.



Lot 1 – Hill Farm
• Three storeys, 8-bedroom farmhouse extending to about 4,457 sq. ft.
• Range of traditional and modern farm buildings extending to about 25,375 sq. ft.
• Scenic ring fence holding of mainly grassland with some arable and woodland
• In all about 449.70 acres (181.98 hectares)

The Farmhouse
The house at Hill Farm is beautifully positioned with some exceptional views over unspoiled countryside, particularly to the Malvern Hills which dominate the skyline. The traditional farmhouse has substantial local stone elevations featuring stone quoins and dressings beneath pitched and gabled tiled roofs. The house requires modernisation but offers excellent scope for reconfiguration and improvement with accommodation extending to about 4,457 sq. ft.

The building is currently divided between the main house and a self-contained annexe but the entire could easily be amalgamated again into a single-family house. Some interior features of note include panelled doors, window shutters, ceiling cornices and original fireplaces.

The Farmland
Hill Farm comprises about 449.70 acres off scenic rolling fields and picturesque valleys all within a ring fence of which about 65.33 acres is woodland.

The land is mainly permanent pasture utilised for the grazing of livestock with some areas of temporary grass and arable. The boundaries comprise of established well maintained hedgerows with good stockproof fencing across the holding. The majority of fields benefit from water troughs or natural water sources with the River Leadon forming the boundary to the west.

The woodland has been commercially managed with the standing timber harvested as appropriate. It provides useful shelterbelts as well as offering excellent sporting potential.

The land is mainly classified as grade 2 with a small pocket of grade 1 and some of the southern parcels being grade 3. According to Soilscapes, the soils may be described as slightly acid loamy and clayey soils with impeded drainage. These soils are flexible and well suited to grass production and autumn sown cereal crops.

The land can be easily accessed from the central farmstead which in turn has good access to the A4103. There is also a useful track which runs the full length of the property parallel to the western boundary and connect the A4103 in the north to Brook Lane in the south.

There is an additional Lot separately available, which comprises about 162.80 acres of mainly grade 2 and 3 arable land plus about 4.90 acres of woodland.

The Farm Buildings
The farm buildings are positioned centrally to the holding adjacent to the farmhouse. They sit within a useful yard area that is concreted in places. The buildings are well suited to a livestock operation, and many have water and electric connected.

Situation
Approached by a long private drive, Hill Farm stands in a wonderful, elevated position with most attractive topography across the farm and beyond, and some exceptional views. The location is a short distance from Cradley, an attractive village situated close to the Herefordshire/Worcestershire border, lying at the western edge of the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set within gently rolling countryside, the village offers a peaceful rural environment combined with excellent access to nearby towns and regional centres. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open pasture and wooded hillsides with great scope for riding, walking, cycling and numerous other outdoor pursuits.

The nearby A4103 provides a direct road link between the Cathedral cities of Hereford and Worcester whilst the spa town of Malvern is a short drive to the south east, offering a wide range of amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and a variety of cultural attractions. Ledbury, a delightful Herefordshire market town, lies around 9 miles to the south and provides further retail, dining and leisure options. There is an excellent range of schools in the region which include The Kings School and Royal Grammar School in Worcester, Malvern College, Hereford Cathedral School, Bromsgrove School, Cheltenham College and Cheltenham Ladies College.

For rail connections, Ledbury, Colwall and Great Malvern stations are all within easy reach and provide regular mainline services to Worcester, Birmingham, Hereford and London Paddington. Worcester Parkway station is just 16 miles distant.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are included in the sale.

Services
Mains electricity is connected. Water is provided through a borehole installed in 2023. Heating is via an oil-fired central heating system. Drainage is to a Private Septic Tank.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

If the private drainage system requires updating/replacement, it is assumed that prior to offers being made, associated costs have been considered and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations, no further information will be provided by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 06/05/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 06/05/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The land is sold freehold and vacant possession will be available on completion subject to holdover. The Property is registered with the Land Registry under part of title number HE4681.

An area of about 6.38 acres known as Land at Mouses Corner situated at the northern end of Lot 1 is subject to a 1986 Agricultural Holdings Act Tenancy.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Value Added Tax (VAT)
The final agreed sale figure will be subject to VAT at the prevailing rate on the non-residential element of the property.

Sporting and Timber Rights
The sporting and timber rights will be transferred with the freehold title where owned.

Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ)
The Property lies within a Surface Water Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ) Area and is subject to the usual restrictions.

Local Authority
Herefordshire Council

Flood Risk
A small area of land adjacent to the River Leadon is situated within Floodzone 2 & 3.

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The Property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi easements, wayleaves and rights of way both declared and undeclared.

Environmental Schemes
Details available on request.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

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.
More detailed boundary plans of the property are available on request.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – WR13 5JT

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