Dodford, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire

A conveniently located holding that sits in an elevated position with productive grassland and a range of useful buildings.

Description
Extending as a whole to approximately 28.39 acres (11.33 hectares) the Land off Monsieurs Hall Lane comprises productive grassland that has been split into useful paddocks and hay fields. The property currently has a single point of access off Monsieurs Hall Lane but has long road frontage also to Timberhonger Lane. The land is bounded by mature hedgerows and trees and is situated in an elevated position with far reaching views.

Accessing the property by a set of double gates you enter a hardstanding yard area where an established DIY livery business is currently being run. There are three main buildings:
1. Steel framed building with mono pitch roof containing 5 loose boxes (about 67.5 sqm)
2. Timber stable block with 2 loose boxes (about 25 sqm)
3. Concrete building with secure tack/ feed room and 4 loose boxes (about 170 sqm)

Mains water and electric is available in this part of the property. Further to the above there are also a number of small garden sheds being used for the storage of hay.

A useful concrete track leads from this first yard area and provides access off to the paddocks before leading up to a 20m x 40m manège with a sand and rubber surface enclosed by a timber post and rail fence.

The adjacent steel portal framed building provides an excellent expanse of storage space currently used for hay and implements. The building extends in total to about 1,050 sqm and we estimate the eaves height to be approximately 6m in the main section. The building currently has an earth floor but offers excellent scope for improvement and alternative uses subject to the relevant planning permissions. There are currently no services to the building.

The land is used for equestrian grazing and hay production. It is classified as Grade 3 and gently rolling but easily accessed and managed from a central track. Water is provided to the paddocks from one mains supply.

Situation
The property is accessed off Monsieurs Hall Lane which leads to the Kidderminster Road (A448) in the north and Timberhonger Lane to the south. Situated just west of Bromsgrove the land is conveniently located with access to the local road network and amenities.

The area is characterised by winding lanes and rolling farmland with local bridleways offering excellent hacking opportunities.

Land quality and soil type
The land is classified as Grade 3 according to the Natural England Regional Agricultural Land Classification Maps. The soil may be described as freely draining slightly acidic sandy soil.

Services
The purchaser is responsible for establishing the cost for the connection of the appropriate services/utilities to the property. Mains water and single phase electricity are currently connected to the property.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

Tenure
The land is sold freehold and vacant possession will be available on completion. The Property is registered with the Land Registry title number WR73853.

Sporting, timber and mineral rights
The sporting, timber and mineral rights will be transferred with the freehold title where owned.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However, the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Bromsgrove District Council

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The Property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi easements, wayleaves and rights of way both declared and undeclared.

We are aware that there are two public footpaths crossing the property. We understand that the neighbouring property benefits from an easement for a septic tank which is located in the first field. There is also an 11kV National Grid Distribution pole and the necessary wayleaves are in place.

Business rates
The Property is currently subject to Business Rates and is registered as a Stables & Premises with a rateable value of £1,400.

Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, AML due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – B61 9AQ
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Agents notes
The property has been used for equestrian and livery purposes for nearly 24 years. The vendor is currently going through a process of obtaining a Certificate of Lawful Use Existing to confirm as such with the local planning authority.