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Guide Price£120,000

Land Near High Nibthwaite, Nibthwaite, Cumbria

Land size
9.59 acres

Key Features

  • Extending in all to circa 9.59 acres (3.88 hectares) and of high amenity value
  • Elevated position with outstanding views over Coniston Water
  • A combination of open grazing, mature broadleaved trees and shrubs and areas of recent planting
  • Small orchard of six fruit-bearing trees (four apple and two damson)
  • Timber platform and timber shed housing a compostable WC, both included in the sale
  • Ideal opportunity for those wanting a picturesque and tranquil parcel of land within the Lake District National Park [UNESCO World Heritage Site]
  • Of interest to amenity purchasers and local land and property owners

Description

To be sold by Public Auction at Stonecross Manor Hotel, Milnthorpe Road, Kendal, LA9 5HP on Friday 4th September 2026 at 3pm. A rare opportunity to purchase an idyllic parcel of grazing and amenity land, occupying an elevated position above the hamlet of High Nibthwaite, with outstanding,

extensive views over Coniston Water and surrounding Lakeland Fells.

Guide Price : £120,000 - £130,000

The Land Extending to approximately 9.59 acres (3.88 hectares)
[Edged Red on the Sale Plan]

An idyllic single parcel of grazing and amenity land, occupying an elevated position above High Nibthwaite with incomparable views over Coniston Water and across the surrounding Lakeland fells. The land adjoins open common land along its easterly boundary.

The land comprises a combination of sound grazing, interspersed with a fine variety of mature trees and ornamental shrubs, supplemented by areas of recent planting. The mature trees comprise a mix of broadleaved species.

At the western end of the field is a small orchard of six fruit trees, comprising four apple and two damson, planted by the current vendors several years ago. All six trees are fruit bearing.

Boundaries comprise predominantly drystone walls, which are deemed stockproof.

In the centre of the field parcel lies an elevated, rectangular timber platform, with steps leading up to it, which the vendors have historically used to site a teepee when visiting the land. In addition, a small timber shed is positioned along the westerly boundary, housing a compostable W.C.

Directions
Heading northwest along the A5092 from Greenodd roundabout, continue along through the hamlet of Penny Bridge. After approximately 2 miles take the right turning onto the A5084, signposted Coniston & Torver. Continue for a further mile and then take the right hand turn signposted Nibthwaite. Continue along this road and after passing over the bridge, take an immediate left towards High Nibthwaite. Head along this unnamed public highway until you reach the small hamlet of High Nibthwaite.
For viewing purposes, the land can then be accessed on foot via the fellside track leading up from High Nibthwaite, the gateway for which can be found on the eastern periphery of the hamlet and at what3words: relief.javelin.heaven. The gateway into the land is located circa 0.5 miles up this track (what3words: sonic.flipper.survived )– with the access route shown dashed purple on the plan included within these particulars of sale.
Those viewing the land are advised to park considerately in High Nibthwaite and walk up to the land via the track. For the purposes of viewing the land, please do not attempt to access the land with a vehicle. Please see the Viewings section for further details.

What3Words: sway.afraid.climate
Grid Reference: SD

Location
The land is situated on the fellside above and to the direct north of the hamlet of High Nibthwaite, towards the southern end of Coniston Water, within the Lake District National Park. The land occupies an elevated position, adjoining open common land, with outstanding views over the lake and across the surrounding landscape.

By road, the market town of Ulverston lies approximately 9 miles to the south of the land, with popular Lakeland village of Coniston circa 7 miles to the north. Junction 36 of the M6 motorway is approximately 25 miles to the east.

Access
Vehicular access to the land is only available by 4x4 vehicle, via the track leading from High Nibthwaite up and across the adjoining common.

Access to the land is taken along a track which leads up through Bethecar Moor Common (CL189). This common abuts the land's easterly boundary. The land does not, however, form part of the common.

There are two gateways into the land: the first is positioned along the easterly boundary and is accessed directly off the track; the second is positioned in the southernmost corner of the parcel and is accessed by veering off the main track and along a short section of a further track. The gateways are marked ‘A1’ and ‘A2’ on the enclosed sale plan.

Auction General
General Information and Stipulations

The following Stipulations where applicable shall be deemed as Special Conditions of Sale. In the event of any variance between the Stipulations and the Special Conditions of Sale then the latter will prevail. Purchasers will also be deemed to have had full notice of the Stipulations and the Special Conditions of Sale and the same will not be read out at the time of sale. The Special Conditions of Sale may be inspected at the Auctioneer’s Offices and also the offices of the Seller’s Solicitors FOURTEEN days prior to the sale.

N.B Prospective purchasers are requested to contact the Seller’s Solicitors to discuss legal matters pertinent to the Sale Contract and documentation.

Solicitors
Progression Solicitors, 11 Queen Street, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7AF. Tel No:

Tenure
Freehold. Vacant possession upon completion. The date fixed for completion is Friday 2nd October 2026 or earlier by mutual agreement.

Method of Sale
The property will be offered for sale as described in these particulars of sale. The vendors reserve the right to agree a sale prior to the auction date.

Water Supplies The land is understood to benefit from natural water supplies.

Planning Authority Lake District National Park Authority –

Mines and Minerals Included, insofar as we are aware.

Sporting Rights Included, insofar as we are aware.

Wayleave and Easements
The sale is subject to all existing rights of way, drainage, light air support and other easements whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Boundaries
The responsibility of the boundary fences are indicated with ‘T’ marks on the sale plan where known and are from the information provided by the sellers and are believed to be correct.

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

Money Laundering Regulations 2017
We are required by legislation to undertake checks on any potential purchaser prior to accepting their bid. Any interested party should either call into our Kendal Office with photographic ID, i.e., passport/driving licence and proof of address i.e., Council Tax/utility bill for copying prior to the auction or present copies at the Auctioneer’s desk prior to the commencement of the sale.

A 10% deposit is payable by the successful purchaser and must be paid by BACS or cheque only.

Viewings
The land may be inspected at any reasonable time by prospective purchasers, on foot only, provided a copy of these particulars are in possession. Those viewing are advised to park considerately in High Nibthwaite and walk up to the land via the track. We kindly request that all those viewing the land leave gates as found.

Important Note: For the purposes of viewing the land, please do not attempt to access the land with a vehicle. Access to be taken along the fellside track on foot only.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-07-20

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 3 Amenity Land listings in North West England (1+ acres).

This Property£12,513 / acre
Amenity Land Average (1+ acres) £11,966 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

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Rights & 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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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

6 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

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

  • Coniston CofE Primary School4.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    67
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Penny Bridge CofE School4.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    123
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Leven Valley CofE Primary School5.2 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    68
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Broughton CofE Primary and Nursery School5.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    129
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Hawkshead Esthwaite Primary School5.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    30
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • John Ruskin School4.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    247
    Type
    Community school
  • Ulverston Victoria High School8 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,319
    Type
    Community school
  • The Lakes School8.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    445
    Type
    Community school
  • Cartmel Priory CofE School9.1 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    371
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Millom School9.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    476
    Type
    Community school

* 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

Spar - Coniston, Coniston, Cumbria4.5 miles
Coniston Co-operative Village Store, Coniston, Cumbria4.6 miles
Budgens Newby Bridge, Newby Bridge5.7 miles

GP surgery

Wraysdale House Surgery4.4 miles

Pharmacy

Collins & Butterworth Ltd6 miles

Hospital

Millom Hospital10 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Foxfield Rail Station6.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Silver Howe0.9 miles

Typical drive times

Ambleside28 min · 13 miles
Ulverston18 min · 9.7 miles
Lancaster (city)58 min · 42 miles
Dalton-in-Furness28 min · 15 miles
Broughton in Furness20 min · 12 miles

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

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

A 1 in 30 or greater chance each yearHigher risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

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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