Land Opposite Winterhayes Farm, Yetminster, Sherborne
Guide Price
£210,000
- PROPERTY TYPE
Land
- SIZE
647,737 sq ft
60,177 sq m
Key features
- Level productive grassland
- Between Yetminster and Chetnole
- Building and useful yard area and with potential for alternative uses (STPP)
- Direct road access
Description
14.87 acres (6.02 ha) of level productive pastureland with agricultural building and useful yard area. Situated conveniently between Chetnole and Yetminster. Available as a whole, or in three lots. For sale by Formal Tender.
The Property - 14.87 acres (6.02 ha) of level productive pastureland with agricultural building and useful yard area. Situated conveniently between Chetnole and Yetminster. Available as a whole or in three lots.
Lot 1 - 7.48 acres (3.03 hectares) of level pastureland arranged in 3 parcels with a useful hard standing yard area and agricultural building. The building is steel portal frame with a timber lean-to. The building has potential for alternative uses subject to the necessary planning permissions.
Lot 2 - 5.55 acres (2.25 hectares) of pasture and coppice area. The parcels are divided by the river and has separate direct road access.
Lot 3 - 1.84 acres (0.74 hectares) of level pasture land bordered by mature hedgerows and separate direct road access.
Situation - The land is situated between the village of Yetminster and Chetnole. Yetminster offers a range of everyday amenities, including a village shop, doctor’s surgery, public house, and a well-regarded primary school.
Directions - From the village of Yetminster, head south on Melbury Road towards Chetnole and Tark’s Hill. After the sharp bend to the right at Tark’s Hill take the left turn immediately after. Travel south towards the village of Chetnole for approximately 850 metres where you will find the access to Lot 3 on the left. Access to Lot 1 and 2 are beyond, just before Winterhayes Farm.
What3words - Lot 1 - //
icer.fuel.risky
Lot 2 - ///cropping.tripling.section
Lot 3 - ///throat.dugouts.bonkers
Services - There are no mains services connected. It is understood that mains water is nearby.
Tenure And Possession - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Rights Of Way - There is a footpath that crosses Lot 1.
Environmental Schemes - The land is in a Countryside Stewardship Agreement, due to end 31/12/26, with option GS4 legume and herb rich swords. The purchaser(s) will be required to manage and maintain the land in accordance with prescriptions of this option up until the end date. Further details from the selling agent.
Solicitors - Blanchards Bailey – Sarah Dunlop
Sarah.
Local Authority - Dorset Council –
Method Of Sale - The land is for sale by Formal Tender, in three lots, or as a whole. Tenders are to be submitted on the attached tender form and returned to our Burraton House office by Noon on Tuesday 27th October 2026.
Agents Notes - The buyer of Lot 2 will erect a stock proof fence along the gap in the hedge marked A on the sale plan, within 12 weeks of completion.
Tender Pack - A full tender pack is available for all prospective purchasers. It is advised that all parties seek independent legal advice and read the pack. Access to the pack is available from the Symonds & Sampson LLP Burraton House office.
The Property - 14.87 acres (6.02 ha) of level productive pastureland with agricultural building and useful yard area. Situated conveniently between Chetnole and Yetminster. Available as a whole or in three lots.
Lot 1 - 7.48 acres (3.03 hectares) of level pastureland arranged in 3 parcels with a useful hard standing yard area and agricultural building. The building is steel portal frame with a timber lean-to. The building has potential for alternative uses subject to the necessary planning permissions.
Lot 2 - 5.55 acres (2.25 hectares) of pasture and coppice area. The parcels are divided by the river and has separate direct road access.
Lot 3 - 1.84 acres (0.74 hectares) of level pasture land bordered by mature hedgerows and separate direct road access.
Situation - The land is situated between the village of Yetminster and Chetnole. Yetminster offers a range of everyday amenities, including a village shop, doctor’s surgery, public house, and a well-regarded primary school.
Directions - From the village of Yetminster, head south on Melbury Road towards Chetnole and Tark’s Hill. After the sharp bend to the right at Tark’s Hill take the left turn immediately after. Travel south towards the village of Chetnole for approximately 850 metres where you will find the access to Lot 3 on the left. Access to Lot 1 and 2 are beyond, just before Winterhayes Farm.
What3words - Lot 1 - //
icer.fuel.risky
Lot 2 - ///cropping.tripling.section
Lot 3 - ///throat.dugouts.bonkers
Services - There are no mains services connected. It is understood that mains water is nearby.
Tenure And Possession - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Rights Of Way - There is a footpath that crosses Lot 1.
Environmental Schemes - The land is in a Countryside Stewardship Agreement, due to end 31/12/26, with option GS4 legume and herb rich swords. The purchaser(s) will be required to manage and maintain the land in accordance with prescriptions of this option up until the end date. Further details from the selling agent.
Solicitors - Blanchards Bailey – Sarah Dunlop
Sarah.
Local Authority - Dorset Council –
Method Of Sale - The land is for sale by Formal Tender, in three lots, or as a whole. Tenders are to be submitted on the attached tender form and returned to our Burraton House office by Noon on Tuesday 27th October 2026.
Agents Notes - The buyer of Lot 2 will erect a stock proof fence along the gap in the hedge marked A on the sale plan, within 12 weeks of completion.
Tender Pack - A full tender pack is available for all prospective purchasers. It is advised that all parties seek independent legal advice and read the pack. Access to the pack is available from the Symonds & Sampson LLP Burraton House office.
Brochures
FINAL Particulars & Tender form.pdfLand Opposite Winterhayes Farm, Yetminster, Sherborne
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Yetminster Station1.0 miles
- Chetnole Station1.0 miles
- Thornford Station2.1 miles
About Symonds & Sampson, Dorchester
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