Aston-On-Clun, Craven Arms, Shropshire

LAND AT BROOME. ASTON-ON-CLUN

The land is currently planted with Winter Wheat over the 26.81 acres (10.85 hectares) of gently sloping to level topography and is bordered with mature hedgerows. Water is occasionally available through a natural pond which borders the hedgerow against the road, however in the warmer spring and summer months it is known to dry up. Access is available off the Broome to Rowton road.

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The land has currently been used for arable purposes in a rotation of wheat, potatoes and spring barley. It has produced plentiful crops for many years but also has the potential for livestock grazing or fodder conservation, if desired. The land is situated in the Shropshire Hills National Landscape which is a well renowned farming area close to the Marches border and is classified as being freely draining, slightly acidic loamy soil by LandIS. The land leads itself to a variety of uses including agriculture, amenity, equestrian, tourism and offers future opportunities for investment in natural capital, carbon sequestration and biodiversity.

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The land is located within the popular Clun Valley, which is designated as a National Landscape. The land sits nearby to renowned walks such as the Offa’s Dyke footpath, The Shropshire Way and the ancient Iron age fort of the Bury Ditches, along with many other footpaths and bridleways. The market town of Craven Arms is a rural market town and parish situated amongst the South Shropshire countryside close to the Welsh borders and the Marches and is located on the A49 carriageway between Shrewsbury and Hereford and the heart of Wales railway line. The town lies in the valley of the River Onny.

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The town benefits from a railway station linking north to Shrewsbury, Crewe and Manchester and south to Ludlow, Hereford, Cardiff and Swansea as well as local bus links. Local amenities include, a Post Office, Primary School, Doctors surgery and Dental practice, two Public Houses, a large supermarket and many convenience stores amongst other light commercial businesses.

SPORTING & MINERAL RIGHTS

These are in hand and will pass with the sale of the freehold.

TIMBER

All standing timber is included in the sale.

RURAL PAYMENT AGENCY & POLICY

We have been informed that the property is registered with the Rural Payment Agency (RPA) and the land is entered into a Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) Agreement currently.

SERVICES

The land is not connected to any services.

TENURE

We have been informed that the land is freehold, with vacant possession given on completion. The vendor will harvest the crop and leave in the stubble for the successful purchaser to plant an autumn crop.

EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES AND RIGHTS OF WAY

The property is offered subject to, and with the benefit of, any rights-of-way both public and private, all wayleaves, easements and other rights whether or not specifically referred to.

METHOD OF SALE

The property is offered for sale as a whole by Informal Tender (unless previously sold). The tender forms will be available from the Vendor’s agents. Tenders close Friday 28th August at 12 noon. Tenders are to be delivered to; McCartneys LLP, Corvedale Road, Craven Arms, Shropshire, SY7 9NE marked “Tender – Land at Broome”. The Vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest, or indeed, any offer. The Vendor reserves the right to accept offers prior to the tender date.

SOLICITORS

Andrew Whittle, Greens Solicitors, Ludlow /

GUIDE PRICES

£12,500/acre

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING

The land is offered subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient orders, public rights-of-way, town planning schedules, or resolutions which may be or may come into force. The purchaser(s) will be deemed to have full knowledge of these and have satisfied themselves as to the effects such matters have on the property.

AUTHORITIES

Shropshire Council: RPA:

PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES

These are based on Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been checked and compiled by the vendor’s agents and the purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or misstatement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.

BOUNDARIES, ROADS AND FENCES

The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and neither the Vendor nor the Vendors agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries of ownership thereof.

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VIEWINGS AND HEALTH AND SAFETY

Strictly by appointment through the selling agents. The agents advise all prospective purchasers when viewing the land to take due care.

ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING

The successful purchaser should please provide a photographic form of ID such as driver’s licence or passport, and a utility bill or bank statement confirming their home address.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

McCartneys, for themselves and for the Vendor of this property and any joint agents give notice that;

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These particulars are intended for guidance only. They are prepared and issued in good faith and are intended to give a fair description but do not constitute part of an offer or contract. Any information should not be relied on as statement or representation of fact or that the property or its services are in good condition.

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McCartneys have not made any investigations into the existence or otherwise of any issues concerning pollution and potential land, air and water contamination, the purchaser is responsible for making his/her own enquiries in this regard.

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Neither McCartneys nor any of their employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property

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The images show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time they were taken/created.

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Any areas, measurements or distances given are approximate only. Any plans are for identification purposes only.

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Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consents have been obtained. An intending purchaser must verify these matters. Potential purchaser(s) should not rely upon the use stated in these particulars and should check their proposed use with the relevant planning authority to ensure it is permitted.