Land at Hopes House, Penton, Carlisle, CA6

Lot 2 Land at Hope House Includes approximately 42.89 acres of land and offers a purchaser the opportunity to acquire a useful block of primarily grazing land with a small proportion of woodland. Benefiting from an existing stewardship agreement, the land offers scope for both commercial farming and environmental income and value. It is considered that the land also offers scope to access third party revenue schemes such as Nutrient Neutrality and alike. Included within the offering is an outlying 3.95 paddock, which offers scope for a further outlying sale is a purchaser wishes to capitalize on the premise of paying more for less.

Land at Hopes House is a ringfenced block of bare land extending to approximately 17.35 ha (42.89 ac), benefiting from an established additional income stream.

The land has been well cared for, with new woodland planting and the thoughtful use of infield trees creating a landscape reminiscent of times past. At the same time, the holding embraces the modern principles of regenerative agriculture and farming in harmony with the environment. As a result, an existing income stream has been secured, with further scope for opportunities within the evolving world of environmental credits and associated funding.

The land presents an exceptional blend of productive pasture, refined natural capital, and elevated amenity value. Predominantly Grade 4 permanent pasture, the landscape is enriched by elegant pockets of woodland hat provide both visual charm and longterm commercial opportunity through environmental schemes and sustainable harvesting.

Currently grazed by a local farmer who works in tandem with a woodland pasture agreement, the holding showcases the seamless integration of traditional agriculture with modern environmental stewardship. Carefully planted shelter belts enhance livestock performance, while the region’s renowned agricultural capability underscores the land’s suitability for livestock farming.

The property’s traditional hay meadows offer valuable winter fodder and support a thriving ecosystem, contributing to a landscape rich in yearround flora and fauna. A network of natural watercourses including the picturesque Rae Burn along the western boundary further elevates the land’s character and biodiversity.

Recent grantfunded improvements have strengthened both internal and external boundaries, with additional enhancements planned, including the creation of wildlife ponds south of the house, an investment that will significantly enhance the property’s amenity and ecological appeal.

A Woodland Pasture Agreement provides a dependable annual income until 2030, while laying the groundwork for future opportunities in emerging natural capital markets such as Biodiversity Net Gain, Nutrient Neutrality, and Carbon Trading. With these foundations already in place, the land offers a rare opportunity to combine agricultural productivity with forwardlooking environmental value.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES
The land is entered into a Higher Tier Stewardship agreement (AG 96045) running until 31 December 2030, which can be transferred in full or in part to the purchaser. If transferred, payments are to be apportioned from completion to the end of the scheme year, and the buyer agrees to follow the scheme rules until formal transfer.

The agreement can be terminated, but the purchaser must indemnify the vendors against any losses arising from termination and/or noncompliance. All transfer or termination costs will be £400 + VAT per transfer, payable by the purchaser to YRPS who will handle the transfer(s). Full details of the Woodland Pasture Agreement are available on request.

LOCATION
Hopes House is located in the county of Cumberland and within its border heartlands. The village/hamlet of Penton lies approximately 4.5 miles to the North. Longtown lies circa 8 miles to the southwest with Brampton approximately 11 miles to the south. Carlisle, the county’s major city lies 15 miles to the South.

Longtown and Brampton both offer an extensive range of shops, services andpublic transport links. The nearby (circa 4 miles) Shankill primary school offers excellent initial schooling, with further schooling available at Brampton, Longtown and Carlisle.

Carlisle offers an extensive range of shops and amenities as well as leisure and professional services. In addition, there is a main line train station with a direct line to London and the major cities in-between. Links to the east are provided via the train station at Brampton as well as the A69. The M6 and M74 are within easy reach being at Longtown and Carlisle.

The connectivity of Hopes House should not be underestimated; it is easily done when you are surrounded with such tranquility and calm.

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ACCESS
Access to the property is via farm road which adjoins the public highway.

GENERAL REMARKS & STIPULATIONS
Method of Sale
The property is to be offered for sale by Private Treaty.

Areas
The areas and measurements stated have been assessed in accordance with OS data and digital mapping. Interested parties should though satisfy themselves in this regard.

Sporting Rights and Mineral Rights
Included in the sale in so far as they are owned.

Tenure
Freehold with Vacant Possession on Completion.

Services
Mains Water, mains electric, private drainage.

Rates and Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
The farmhouse is banded as C for Council Tax purposes and has an EPC rating of D

Wayleaves/Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights including rights of way, whether public or private, rights of light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights, obligations and easements, quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether or not constituted in the title deeds or referred to in these particulars.

There is a public footpath which crosses the property, albeit understood to be very rarely used.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations
Prospective Buyers should be aware that in the event that they are successful, they will be required to provide us with documents in relation to Money Laundering Regulations, one being photographic ID, i.e. driving license or passport and the other being a utility

Local Authority
Carlisle City Council.

Viewings
Viewings should not be unaccompanied and are by prior appointment only.
Harry Morshead: harry.