South Farm, Ryal, Northumberland
- Land size
- 331.6 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 1
Key Features
- An impressive and historic, Grade II listed farmhouse with outstanding views requiring refurbishment but offering significant accommodation
- Includes a hall, 2 reception rooms, farmhouse kitchen, 4 bedrooms, bathroom and 3 large attic rooms
- Range of modern and traditional stone buildings with good livestock housing, covered silage clamp and grain storage
- Significant development potential subject to planning
- Productive Grade 3 arable land, ploughable pasture and permanent grazing
- Mainly south facing with panoramic views
- About 331.60 acres (134.19 hectares)
- For sale as a whole
Description
A FIRST CLASS ARABLE AND LIVESTOCK FARM WITH PROMINENT FARMHOUSE, GOOD FARM BUILDINGS AND PRODUCTIVE FARMLAND ALL IN A RING FENCE.
An impressive and historic, Grade II listed farmhouse with outstanding views requiring refurbishment but offering significant accommodation including:
Hall, 2 reception rooms, farmhouse kitchen, 4 bedrooms, bathroom and 3 large attic rooms. EPC F
Range of modern and traditional stone buildings with good livestock housing, covered silage clamp and grain storage. Significant development potential subject to planning.
Productive Grade 3 arable land, ploughable pasture and permeant grazing.
Mainly south facing with outstanding outlook
About 331.60 acres (134.19 hectares)
FOR SALE AS A WHOLE
Situation - Ryal is a charming and highly sought-after rural hamlet set within attractive rolling Northumberland countryside, offering a peaceful lifestyle while remaining conveniently placed for access to a range of nearby villages and well-served market towns. Despite its tranquil setting, the area provides an excellent balance of seclusion and accessibility.
The village itself is unspoilt and residential in nature, with no commercial amenities, contributing to its quiet, rural character. Day-to-day services are accessed in the surrounding villages and towns, all of which are within a short drive.
The nearby villages of Stamfordham (approx. 4-5 miles) and Belsay (approx. 2–3 miles) provides convenient local facilities including primary schools, garage services and a selection of pubs and informal dining options. Additional neighbouring villages such as Matfen and Great Whittington offer a strong sense of community alongside well regarded country pubs and local events, reinforcing the area’s lifestyle appeal. Matfen Hall, Country Hotel, Spa and Golf Estate is close by.
For a broader range of amenities, the attractive historic village of Corbridge (around 6–7 miles west) offers an excellent mix of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday services, together with a railway station providing links to Newcastle and Carlisle. To the east, Ponteland (approximately 6–7 miles) provides a comprehensive range of facilities including supermarkets, professional services, schooling and an extensive selection of shops and eateries, as well as easy access to Newcastle International Airport.
The principal market town of Hexham (circa 8–10 miles) serves as the area’s main commercial and administrative centre, offering a wide range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities, along with healthcare provision and transport connections.
The surrounding countryside is a key part of Ryal’s appeal, with access to excellent walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits in the immediate area. The nearby Wallington Estate provides extensive parkland, woodland and visitor amenities, while the wider Northumberland landscape—including the National Park and Hadrian’s Wall—is within easy reach, offering some of the region’s most picturesque scenery. Newcastle upon Tyne (approximately 15 miles) provides comprehensive cultural, commercial and transport links, including mainline rail services and an international airport, making the area well suited to both commuters and those seeking a rural retreat with connectivity.
Description - South Farm is a first class arable and livestock unit in a most attractive and accessible location. It extends to approximately 331.60 acres (134.19 hectares) with a significant listed farmhouse and a versatile and extensive range of buildings, all within a ring fence. The farm is being offered for sale due to retirement having been in the family for
three generations.
The farm is available as a whole.
Viewing - Appointments to view will be through the Selling Agents only by calling . Given the potential hazards of a working farm, we ask that all parties wishing to view are as vigilant as possible particularly around buildings, machinery and livestock.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-07-14
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 7 Farms & Smallholdings listings in North East England (250+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating
- Broadband
- Ask Agent
- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Listed Property
- Ask Agent
- Restrictions
- Yes
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Ask Agent
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 Mbps
Under 10 Mbps here
Suitable for
- Basic browsing & email
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
- Stamfordham Primary School4.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 84
- Type
- Community school
- Belsay Primary School6.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 84
- Type
- Academy converter
- Beaufront First School6.1 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 9
- Pupils
- 62
- Type
- Community school
- Corbridge (VA) Church of England First School6.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 9
- Pupils
- 143
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Chollerton Church of England Aided First School6.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 9
- Pupils
- 31
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Corbridge Middle School6.1 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 367
- Type
- Community school
- Ovingham Middle School7.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 344
- Type
- Academy converter
- Hexham Middle School8.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 619
- Type
- Academy converter
- Queen Elizabeth High School8.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 13 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,299
- Type
- Academy converter
- St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham8.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 168
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
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
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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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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5-6 Bailey Court, Colburn Business Park, Catterick Garrison, DL9 4QL
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