Home Farm, Stanmer, Stanmer Park, Brighton, East Sussex BN1

Brighton & Hove City Council is seeking expressions of interest from capable and forward thinking occupiers, who can demonstrate a viable, sustainable and well-managed vision for the holding. Home Farm offers a unique opportunity for an occupier to establish a new destination at the core of this nationally renowned location.

The property provides opportunity as an exceptional base for an enterprise which complements the high footfall, environmental value, cultural history and land-based activity found within Stanmer Park.

Home Farm benefits from approximately 29,500 sq.ft. of traditional and portal-framed buildings set across two locations within Stanmer Park. The buildings would be suitable for a variety of commercial uses subject to the necessary planning permissions having been obtained, as well as approval by the landlord. The building footprint and setting offer the ability to create a flagship destination that benefits from substantial existing footfall.

The surrounding land is predominantly permanent pasture and extends to approximately 245 ha (610 ac.) within the Grade II listed park and garden of Stanmer Park. The land will be available in lots or as a whole. The Land is designated by Brighton & Hove City Council as Open Access. The Council require that any incoming occupant will enter the land into available agricultural-environmental schemes. Any blocks of woodland are excluded from the holding.

Uses may include (but are not limited to):
- Educational facilities
- Outdoor leisure and wellness
- Commercial SMEs
- Charity organisations

At this stage, Brighton & Hove City Council are inviting Expression of Interest which detail the applicants vision for the property and aligns with City Downland Estate Plan. Applicants will be required to show financial standing, proposed investment and operational model. Evidence of experience in comparable or relevant sectors to the business plan is preferred. Successful applicants will demonstrate how they will add value to both the local community and the wider landscape. Please contact Knight Frank to request a full information pack.

The property is to be offered on a long-term lease and will be available to occupy from the Autumn of 2027.

Home Farm is set within the distinctive Grade II listed parkland of Stanmer Park and the wider South Downs National Park. Brighton City Centre is approximately 4.7 miles from Home Farm and has excellent transport connections including bus links, public rights away and direct access from the A27.