Beaminster, Dorset, DT8
- Land size
- 9.3 acres
Key Features
- 9.30 acres of sloping pasture land
- Set within the West Dorset National Landscape
- Direct access
- Stunning far reaching views over the surrounding landscape
Description
An exciting opportunity to acquire a single enclosure of permanent pasture, extending to approx. 9.30 acres (3.76ha) to the outskirts of the rural market town of Beaminster, with views across the West Dorset National Landscape
LOCATION
Nestled in the heart of the West Dorset countryside and National Landscape, the land lies to the west of Beaminster, being widely regarded as one of the region’s most desirable rural locations, with its charming market town that perfectly blends rural tranquillity with rich heritage. Surrounded by rolling hills, pockets of woodland and unspoilt farmland, it offers a quintessential English village atmosphere yet remains well connected to the wider region. Beaminster itself boasts an attractive historic centre, characterised by elegant Georgian and Hamstone buildings, independent shops, cosy cafés and traditional pubs. The town is well served by local amenities, including primary and secondary schools, healthcare facilities and a strong sense of community. Beaminster provides an excellent rural base with excellent connectivity for a rural location. The land is conveniently positioned within easy reach of the A3066 and A35, allowing efficient transport links to Bridport a(6.50 miles), being a short distance from the Jurassic Coast, Chard (12.30 miles), Dorchester (18.20 miles) and the wider West Country with the A303; linking to the M5 and provides swift access to local agricultural services and livestock markets.
DESCRIPTION
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly attractive and versatile parcel of paddock, enviably positioned in an elevated setting with sweeping views across the surrounding National Landscape, offering a truly outstanding rural outlook. Extending to approximately 9.30 acres (3.76 hectares), the land comprises a single, gently to moderately sloping enclosure of permanent pasture, predominantly classified as Grade III on the Provisional Agricultural Land Classification, with a smaller area of Grade V to the northwest. The paddock has been historically grazed, presenting considerable appeal for continued agricultural use, equestrian pursuits, or wider amenity purposes, subject to the necessary planning consents. The land is currently enclosed by stockproof post and wire fencing, with mature trees enhancing sections of the boundary, and comprises freely draining, slightly acidic loamy soils. The southern boundary sites former temporary stables adjacent to the gated access.
OUTGOINGS, RIGHTS OF WAY, ETC
A public footpath (DT|W43|2) transverses the northern part of the paddock from east to west, and neighbouring owners benefit from a right of access over the north-eastern section to their cover crop, and a vehicular access from the southern gateway across the boundary.
The holding, as far as required by the Vendors, will be conveyed, subject to all other public or private rights of way, easements, and wayleaves of telegraph and telephone poles, stays and wires, electric pylons, poles and fibre cables, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any).
AGRI-ENVIORNMENTAL SCHEMES
The property is not subject to any schemes.
SERVICES
There is no dedicated water supply at present but there has been a private arrangement in the past by negotiation with the neighbouring landowner.
FLOOD RISK
The holding is located in an area at a very low risk from river or sea flooding and a very low risk from surface water flooding. (Gov.uk)
SPORTING AND MINERAL RIGHTS
The sporting and mineral rights across the land, insofar as they are owned, will be included in the freehold sale.
DESIGNATIONS
The land is located within the West Dorset National Landscape
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TENURE
The freehold will be available with vacant possession available upon completion.
AGENTS NOTE
The land will be sold as seen.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
For clarification we wish to inform any prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. They must not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, heating systems, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are points which are of particular importance to you please contact the office prior to viewing the property.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- TBC
- Date Posted
- 2026-06-03
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 188 Farmland & Pasture listings in South West England (5+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Heating
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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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
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
40 Mbps
Superfast · available to 90% of premises
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; 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
- Beaminster St Mary's Academy0.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 140
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School1.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 93
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Salway Ash Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 109
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 132
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School4.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 33
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Beaminster School1.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 673
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Christian
- The Sir John Colfox Academy4.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 756
- Type
- Academy converter
- Wadham School5.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 763
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- The Woodroffe School9.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 886
- Type
- Foundation school
- Holyrood Academy10 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,282
- 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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
From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Surface water
The detail behind these bandings
The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.
- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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Greenslade Taylor Hunt, Dorchester
45 High West Street, Dorchester, DT1 1UT
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