Ripponden Road, Denshaw, Saddleworth, OL3
- Land size
- 36 acres
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- EQUESTRIAN SMALL HOLDING
- POPULAR DENSHAW
- DETACHED BUNGALOW
- 36 ACRES OF LAND APPROX
- WORKING LIVERY WITH 27 STABLES
- LARGE BARN & WORKSHOP
- PRE PLANNING GRANTED FOR FOUR HOUSES
- FREEHOLD
- EPC RATING - E
- VIEWING RECOMMENDED
Description
A rare opportunity in Saddleworth to acquire an equestrian smallholding with approx 36 acres, working livery and 27 stables along with a detached stone bungalow. Viewing highly recommended. EPC: E.
Situated at the top of picturesque Denshaw in sought after Saddleworth, Bent Heath Farm presents a fabulous opportunity to acquire an equestrian smallholding.
Viewing comes highly recommended to appreciate home on offer, the bungalow will reveal a front porch, entrance hall, large open plan lounge / diner featuring wood burner and exposed beams opening into a shaker style kitchen fitted with matching units, electric double oven with hob over and integrated dishwasher. There is a useful utility room and separate boiler room.
There are 3 double bedrooms, the master having a modern ensuite shower room. The main bathroom is fitted with an attractive white suite comprising deep panelled bath, walk in shower enclosure, pedestal wash basin and low level wc.
There is a separate sitting which could be used as a further bedroom with stairs leading to an office / store area with Velux windows.
The property is gas central heated and the windows are uPVC double glazed. Drainage is via a septic tank.
There are approx 36 acres of grazing land along with 2 large barns both with water and electric. Both sets of loose boxes also have electric. Barn 1 is approx 100ft x 60ft. There are 27 stables int total including those in the barn. There is a turn out area to the side of the barn and the arena is approx 18m x 40m.
The wind turbine generates a rental income of £5000 per year (index related) with a bonus scheme attached and has a 10 year contract left to run.
Bent Heath Farm is situated off Ripponden Road with an incredible far reaching outlook over moorlands and reservoirs including Dowry, Ogden, Rooden & Piethorne which are also within walking distance as is the Pennine Bridleway literally on your doorstep.
A wonderful rural location while still being within
commutable distance of Manchester, Huddersfield and Leeds via the M62 just over 2 miles away. The popular villages of Denshaw and Delph are within easy reach and provide an excellent choice of shops, amenities and primary schools. The vibrant village of Uppermill is also a short distance away with its array of cafes, pubs and restaurants.
Gas and water are connected, whilst drainage is via a septic tank. The extension is gas central heating with the LPG gas tanks filled yearly.
The main house is under floor heating with an air source unit.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- D
- Date Posted
- 2026-06-25
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Yes
- 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
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- Parking
- Driveway, Gated Parking
- 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
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
- Christ Church CofE Primary School0.9 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 47
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Thomas' Church of England Primary School2.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 111
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Buckstones Primary School2.2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 207
- Type
- Community school
- East Crompton St George's CofE School2.4 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 122
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Delph Primary School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 205
- Type
- Foundation school
Secondary
- Hollingworth Academy2.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,331
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Crompton House Church of England Academy3.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,865
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy3.6 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 975
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Waterhead Academy3.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 761
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Saddleworth School3.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,444
- 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
Walking trail
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Getting Around
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Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- 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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Ryder & Dutton, Uppermill
79 High Street, Uppermill, Saddleworth, OL3 6AP
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