Harter Fell, Longsleddale, Kendal, Cumbria

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial block of fell land extending in all to approximately 428.53 acres (173.42 hectares), situated at the head of the Longsleddale valley and
within the Lake District National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

A sound summering fell with natural water supplies and outstanding views over Haweswater
and surrounding fells; currently entered into an Environmental Stewardship (ELS/HLS)
agreement running until 31st May 2028.

Of appeal to those seeking environmental opportunities, together with local graziers.

Guide Price: £600,000

A substantial block of fell land extending to approximately 428.53 acres (173.42 hectares) in all, situated at the head of the Longsleddale valley. The land enjoys outstanding views both down the Longsleddale valley and out over Haweswater.

The land forms a single, well defined block, effectively comprising one large bowl. It is a good summering fell with very little in the way of bracken or rock outcrop. The boundaries comprise predominantly well maintained post and wire fences, together with some stretches of dry stone wall.

The land is divided internally into two parcels. The larger parcel extends to approximately 411.43 acres (166.50 hectares) and is down to grazing. The smaller parcel, extending to approximately 17.10 acres (6.92 hectares), has been planted with trees in recent years.

The land is entered into an Environmental Stewardship (ELS/HLS) agreement running until 31st May 2028, further details of which are provided within the general information section of these particulars.

Directions
Heading north out of Kendal continue along the A6 until you reach a left turning signposted ‘Longsleddale 4 ½‘. Take this turning and continue along the single track public highway along the valley, passing through the hamlet of Garnett Bridge, for approximately 5.5 miles until the road ends at Sadgill.

Access to the land is then taken along a circa 2 mile section of rough track known as Gatescarth Pass. Please note the track is only passable with an ATV or tractor. Access onto the land itself is via a gateway in its southeastern corner (what3words: essay.allies.cheetahs), taken from the track. The access route is shown dashed purple on the attached sale plan.

All parties viewing the land are advised to do so on foot only. Do not attempt to access the land with a vehicle. Parking is available at the southern end of Gatescarth Pass.

Location
The land is located at the head of the Longsleddale valley, circa 7 miles northwest of the hamlet of Garnett Bridge. The market town of Kendal lies approximately 10 miles to the south, with Windermere around 7 miles to the southwest. The sits above and overlooks Haweswater reservoir, which is located to its directly north.

Grid Reference: NY
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Services
Services The land benefits from good natural water supplies, with the River Sprint rising on the land.

Access Access to the land is taken initially from the public highway which runs the length of the Longsleddale valley, and thereafter along a rough track known as Gatescarth Pass, a Byway Open to All Traffic (BOAT) running between Sadgill and Mardale. The track is only passable with an ATV or tractor. Access onto the land itself is via a gateway in its southeastern corner, taken directly from the track. The access route is shown dashed purple on the sale plan.

The land itself is designated as open access under the CROW 2000.

Wayleave and Easement The Property is sold subject to and with the benefit of any existing easements, wayleaves and rights of way. The sale is subject to all the existing rights of way, drainage, light, air support and other easements and quasi-easements and outgoings whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Boundaries The boundaries comprise predominantly post and wire fences, which are well maintained, together with some stretches of dry stone wall which, whilst stockproof, are not all fully built up.

The ownership and maintenance responsibilities of the boundaries are indicated with the “T” marks on the sale plan. Where no “T” marks are shown, the responsibilities are unknown.

Sale Plan The Sale Plan has been prepared for the convenience of prospective purchasers. It is deemed to be correct but any error, omission or misstatement shall not affect the sale. The purchasers must satisfy themselves with its accuracy.

Stewardship Schemes
The land is entered into the vendor's Entry Level plus Higher Level Stewardship (ELS/HLS) agreement, which runs until 31st May 2028. The parcels are entered under the following option codes:

Purchasers will be obliged to take over and comply with the agreement requirements, or join a new scheme which prevents any reclaims being made or reimburse the vendors for any penalties. The purchaser will be required to complete the relevant Land Transfer and Amendment Form (LTA). Assistance will be available for this, but a small fee would be charged on an hourly basis.

Further details of the agreement and the respective parcel options are available from the Selling Agents upon request.

Local Authority Westmorland and Furness Council - .

Planning Authority Lake District National Park Authority. Tel:

Method of Sale The land is offered for sale by Private Treaty.

Viewing and Access Arrangements The land may be viewed at any reasonable daylight hour with a copy of these particulars to hand. The land is to be accessed on foot only. Parking is available at the bottom of Gatescarth Pass, from where the land is reached on foot up the pass. The access gate into the land can be found in the block’s southeastern corner at what3words: essay.allies.cheetahs

Anyone viewing the land does so at their own risk and is politely asked to ensure that gates are securely closed when leaving the land.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Under no circumstances should prospective purchasers attempt to access the land with a vehicle.