Land West of Dubbs Knoll Road, Guilden Morden, Cambridgeshire

The land comprises Land Registry Title Number CB436189 and lies within the administrative boundary of South Cambridgeshire District Council.

The land extends to approximately 2.84 acres (1.15 hectares) and consists of redundant agricultural land. The land is generally level, gradually falling towards the ditch along the eastern boundary, is well-contained, and broadly rectangular in shape. The land is bound by residential properties to the north and south, Dubbs Knoll Road to the east from which access is taken, and woodland to the west.

LOCATION

The land is situated at the northern end of Guilden Morden, less than half a mile from the village centre. The nearest railway station is Ashwell and Morden, located approximately 4 miles to the south of the parcel, which provides direct services to London King's Cross in under an hour.

Guilden Morden is located circa 9 miles north-west of the town of Royston. The A505 is located 4 miles to the south providing connectivity east to Royston and west to Baldock and Letchworth Garden City, where Junction 9 of the A1(M) offers connectivity to the wider road network to the north and south.

The village benefits from a primary school rated "Good" by Ofsted, village hall and a community-owned public house. Other essential amenities are available in the village of Ashwell, located 3 miles to the south, including a pharmacy, GP surgery, shop and additional public houses. More extensive services and amenities can be found in nearby Royston.

PLANNING OVERVIEW

The land is within the jurisdiction of South Cambridgeshire District Council. An outline planning application was refused and subsequently dismissed at appeal in July 2018 for residential development comprising 20 dwellings (reference: S/0937/17/OL).

A further outline planning application was submitted on the southern section of the land for 8 affordable dwellings which was rejected in July 2024 (reference: 23/03097/OUT).

The refusals were primarily based on concerns regarding the impact on the character of the local area and conflict with the established development hierarchy.

With the revision of the NPPF in December 2024, which increased housing targets under the new standard method, local authorities' requirements have risen, including for South Cambridgeshire. As a result, some villages may need to accommodate additional residential development as part of meeting these targets.

TENURE & POSSESSION

The land is to be sold freehold, with Vacant Possession.

EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES & RIGHTS OF WAY

The land is offered subject to, and with the benefit or burden of all existing rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not specifically referred to in these particulars.

OVERAGE

We are not specifying any overage mechanism at this stage. It is for bidders to determine whether they wish to propose overage as part of their offer structure. Any such proposal may be considered as a potential value enhancer, but only where it does not reduce or negatively impact the headline purchase price. If bidders elect to include overage, they should clearly set out the basis, trigger events, and methodology for calculating any uplift in value.

VAT

Prospective purchasers should be aware that any price quoted or discussed is exclusive of VAT. VAT is payable on the purchase price and all offers should be clearly stated as a figure plus VAT.

BOUNDARIES

Boundaries shown on the plans are for identification only, and buyers must verify them independently. Any errors or omissions will not permit contract cancellation or give rise to  compensation claims.

BIDDING GUIDELINES

Offers should be submitted in accordance with the Bidding Guidelines.

METHOD OF SALE

Offers are invited for the whole via the Private Treaty method of sale with rights reserved to conclude marketing through an informal tender process. Prospective purchasers are directed to the Sales Summary and Bidding Guidelines contained within the Information Pack for further information.

The vendor is not obliged to accept the highest or indeed any offer received.

INFORMATION PACK

Access to an Information Pack containing all relevant sales information, technical reports and planning information is available on request. Please contact the Selling Agents.

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING

In accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, once an offer is accepted, the purchaser(s) must provide any requested information to complete the necessary due diligence as a legal requirement.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

We ask that you exercise caution when viewing the property. Neither the seller nor the selling agents are responsible for the safety of those viewing the property, and accordingly, those viewing the property do so at their own risk.

REGISTERED TITLE

The property is registered under Title Number CB436189.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

South Cambridgeshire District Council
Address: South Cambridgeshire Hall, Cambourne, Cambridge, CB23 6EA

GUIDE PRICE

Offers in excess of £150,000.

The land is available for sale by Private Treaty.

VIEWINGS

Strictly by appointment with the selling agents. Interested parties are requested to contact the agents to arrange a viewing.