Ford Lane, Henton, BA5

A unique opportunity to acquire an attractive agricultural holding set on the outskirts of the popular Somerset village of Henton. Ideally suited to anyone with an agricultural or equestrian interest (STPP), with good hacking routes nearby and may also offer potential for alternative development, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents. The property comprises of 2no. versatile modern agricultural buildings and pastureland, the whole totalling approximately 12.17 acres (4.93 hectares). Full planning consent granted 22nd November 2017 (Ref. 2017/3101) for an additional building, which is not built but the consent could be potentially be resubmitted/renewed.

With reference to the sale plan, the buildings are separated from the field via a raised earth bank and comprise:

A. 6-bay Livestock Housing with rear lean-to (6,440ft²) – RSJ frame with an open fronted elevation, remaining elevations concrete panel with spaced timber board above. Cement fibre cladded roof.

B. 4-bay Fodder Store (1,930ft²) – RSJ frame with open sided elevations under a cement fibre cladded roof.

The land is held within two useful enclosures and is gently undulating in aspect. Enclosed by natural hedges, stock proof fencing and ditches. The soil comprises a slightly acidic loam clay type with moderate to high natural fertility. Classified as Grade 3 on the Agricultural Land Classification Map.

Uplift Clause

None.

Designations

Not situated within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ), AONB or SSSI.

Environmental Stewardship Schemes

Not subject to any environmental or countryside stewardship schemes.

Footpaths and Rights of Way

Subject to 2no. public footpaths. Further details of any other rights of way (if applicable) will be contained within the auction Legal Pack.

Fixture and Fittings

Items of machinery etc which are currently on site will be removed prior to completion.

Solicitors

Mogers Drewett, Wells

Daniel Cockhead acting

Telephone:

Registering to bid and Administration fee

Cooper and Tanner requires all bidders who wish to bid at our Auction to register beforehand, whether you are intending on bidding in the room, by proxy or online. As part of the registration process, you will be asked to provide card details in order that the Buyer’s Administration Fee of £1,395 inc VAT can be paid if you are successful. A week before the auction a hold will be placed on your account for this sum, which will then be released if you are unsuccessful. This fee will only be taken if you are the successful buyer. The fee is retained by Cooper and Tanner and does not form part of your deposit or completion settlement. Please also be aware that the Buyer’s Administration fee is payable per lot purchased and applicable to all pre-auction sales. If you are successful in purchasing more than one lot, we will contact you following the auction to take subsequent payments for additional lots bought. All checks required by current anti-money laundering legislation must be satisfactorily completed, as part of the registration process before prior approval to bid will be granted; this will include providing proof of funds.

Fees

Potential buyers should be aware that there may be additional fees payable to the Vendor’s solicitor on completion of the sale, details of which will be contained within the auction pack for each lot. At the launch of the property onto the market this information is not always available and so interested parties must refer to the auction pack and satisfy their enquiries.

Deposit

Successful bidders will be required to pay to the Cooper and Tanner Client Account the deposit of 10% of the purchase price within 24 hours of the auction. The account details will be provided to the successful bidder on conclusion of the auction. Once funds are cleared, they will be transferred on to the account of the solicitor acting for the seller. Please ensure that funds are in an account suitable to be able to make an Electronic Transfer from.

Local Council: Somerset Council.

Telephone: .

Drainage Rates: None.

Services: No services connected. Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries into the adequacy and availability of any services.

Tenure: Freehold with vacant possession.

Completion

Completion has been set for 9th July 2026 or earlier by arrangement.

Viewing: At any reasonable time on foot with a set of the sale details. The postcode for the nearest property is BA5 1PD

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