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Guide Price£240,000

The Old Fairground, Wingham, Canterbury, Kent, CT3

Land size
5.5 acres

Key Features

  • GUIDE PRICE £240,000 - £260,000
  • Land For Sale
  • Approx 5.5 acres of Land
  • EPC Rating - Exempt

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial parcel of land in a private setting on the edge of this attractive and historic Kent village.

Reeds Rains Folkestone are delighted to offer for sale approximately 5.5 acres of amenity land situated at the Old Fairground, to the west of North Court Close, Wingham, near Canterbury.

Occupying a desirable village-edge position, the land comprises two adjoining parcels offering easy access, space, privacy, and a convenient location close to local amenities and the surrounding Kent countryside.

The land is being offered as a single lot, providing an opportunity to acquire a sizeable holding in this popular village location. It may appeal to a variety of purchasers, including those seeking private amenity land, buyers with equestrian interests, individuals looking for long-term land ownership, and investors seeking to add land to their portfolio.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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The Land

The combined holding extends to approximately 5.5 acres and comprises two parcels: Parcel One: Approximately 0.8–1 acre. Parcel Two: Approximately 4.5 acres. Both parcels have access from North Court Close, a quiet residential cul-de-sac. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the relevant title arrangements, access rights and boundaries. The current owners advise that the land is private and that there is no public access across it. The size and setting may appeal to purchasers looking for land for suitable recreational, grazing, or equestrian purposes, subject to the characteristics of the land and any applicable permissions or restrictions. Its substantial acreage may also interest those considering long-term ownership or a land investment.

An Attractive Village Location

Wingham is a highly regarded and picturesque village in Kent, conveniently situated within reach of the historic city of Canterbury and the surrounding countryside. The village offers a good range of local amenities, including a village store, bakery, doctor's surgery, dental practice, primary school, public houses, and restaurants. The historic character of Wingham is reflected in the beautiful Grade I Listed Church of St Mary the Virgin. The surrounding area also offers a variety of leisure and recreational opportunities, including Wingham Wildlife Park, Howletts Wild Animal Park, golf courses, and sporting facilities. Canterbury provides an extensive range of shopping, dining ,and cultural attractions, including the Marlowe Theatre, alongside rail connections and other transport links.

Location and Setting

Situated on the edge of the village, the land combines a private setting with convenient access to local amenities and the wider Canterbury area. Its size, position and rural character make it an interesting proposition for those seeking amenity land, equestrian-related opportunities, a long-term landholding or a potential addition to an investment portfolio.

Important Information

The land is offered as amenity land and is being sold as two adjoining parcels together in one lot. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding boundaries, access rights, permitted uses, title conditions and any other matters relevant to their intended use. The existing marketing information identifies parts of the location as falling within Flood Zones 2 and 3. The current owners report no known history of flooding. Buyers should undertake their own due diligence regarding flood risk and ground conditions.

Further Information

For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact Reeds Rains Folkestone.

Land 1

The smaller of the land parcels is title number TT32981 which measures approximately 0.8 -1 acre.

Land 2

The larger of the land parcels is title number TT24840 which measures approximately 4.5 acres.

EPC Rating

EPC - Exempt

Agents Note

If an offer is accepted on a property marketed by Reeds Rains, all purchasers are required to complete ID verification checks. This is a legal obligation under Anti-Money Laundering Regulations and we use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks. The fee is £30 plus VAT (£36 including VAT) per transaction, payable once the offer is agreed and before the sales memorandum is issued. Please note that once paid, this charge is non-refundable.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-04-18

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 3 Amenity Land listings in South East England (5+ acres).

This Property£43,636 / acre
Amenity Land Average (5+ acres) £31,496 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
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Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Wingham Primary School545 metresOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    204
    Type
    Community school
  • Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School1.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Littlebourne Church of England Primary School2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    102
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Preston Primary School2.1 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    129
    Type
    Community school
  • Goodnestone Church of England Primary School2.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    48
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Orion Spires3.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    620
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Barton Manor School4.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    596
    Type
    Free schools
  • St Anselm's Catholic School, Canterbury4.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,116
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,258
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Gender
    Girls
  • Barton Court Grammar School5.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    995
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Co-op Ash - Canterbury, Ash, Kent, CT32.8 miles
Co-op Aylesham, Aylesham3.4 miles
Co-op Sturry - Island Road, Sturry4.3 miles

GP surgery

Ash Surgery2.9 miles

Pharmacy

Boots2.9 miles

Hospital

St Martins Hospital4.6 miles

Green space

Allotments Or Community Growing Spaces240 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Adisham Rail Station2.4 miles

Nearest bus stop

The Anchor293 metres

Typical drive times

Deal19 min · 11 miles
Fordwich11 min · 6.6 miles
Sandwich10 min · 6 miles
Canterbury (city)16 min · 7.1 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

High risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 3, about 40 metres away.

Surface water

High risk (1 in 30)

Not at the pin: mapped about 50 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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85 Sandgate Road, Folkestone, CT20 2AF

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