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Hammerpond Road, Plummers Plain, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13

Land size
8 acres
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Approximately 8 acres of land
  • Stunning southerly countryside views
  • Established dog rescue and re homing facility
  • Potential equestrian, lifestyle or business opportunity
  • One bedroom detached dwelling
  • Private gated entrance and extensive parking
  • Ten stables and attractive stable yard
  • Numerous outbuildings including pole barn and storage sheds
  • South facing paddocks and grazing land
  • Potential for further development and alternative uses (STPP)

Description

Escape to the countryside with King & Chasemore as we are bringing to the market this exceptional 8 acre lifestyle property, offering established kennels, equestrian facilities, breathtaking views and exciting future potential.(subject to planning permission and the usualt consents).

A rarely available opportunity to acquire a unique rural holding in the highly sought after hamlet of Plummers Plain, near Horsham. Extending to approximately 8 acres (not measured) and enjoying uninterrupted southerly views across the Sussex countryside, this versatile property offers the perfect blend of lifestyle, equestrian, animal welfare and business potential.

Currently operating as a dog rescue and re homing centre, the property presents an exciting opportunity for those seeking a rural lifestyle with income generating possibilities, equestrian interests or scope for further enhancement and diversification, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

Approached via a private gated entrance, the property opens onto a substantial parking area serving a detached one bedroom dwelling with occupancy restrictions. The accommodation currently comprises a sitting room, kitchen/dining room, bathroom and mezzanine style bedroom accessed via a ladder.

Opposite the dwelling is an attractive stable yard with extensive hardstanding, currently utilised as kennels, comprising approximately ten stables together with an attached pole barn and additional storage buildings.

The range of outbuildings offers exceptional flexibility for equestrian use, animal welfare operations, agricultural purposes or a variety of alternative uses subject to any required permissions.

Beyond the yard, gated access leads to a series of south facing paddocks that gently slope towards a lower field, divided by an attractive natural tree line. The land enjoys superb views and a wonderful sense of privacy, creating an idyllic setting for horses, livestock, dogs or simply those looking to embrace country living.

Properties of this nature are seldom available, offering a unique opportunity to secure a substantial rural holding in one of West Sussex's most desirable countryside locations.

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Plummers Plain offers an outstanding rural lifestyle surrounded by beautiful Sussex countryside, whilst remaining conveniently positioned for access to Horsham, Haywards Heath and the wider South East.

The area is particularly popular with equestrian enthusiasts, dog owners and those seeking a quieter pace of life without compromising on connectivity.

Residents enjoy easy access to Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, Nymans National Trust Gardens and the extensive woodland trails of St Leonard's Forest. The surrounding High Weald countryside provides endless opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding and outdoor pursuits throughout the year.

Schooling is highly regarded, with a range of well respected primary and secondary schools nearby including Handcross Primary School, Millais School, Forest School, The Weald School and Tanbridge House School. Independent options include Ardingly College, Worth School and Cottesmore School.

For commuters, the A23 and M23 are easily accessible, providing excellent road connections to Brighton, Gatwick Airport and London. Rail services are available from Horsham and Haywards Heath, offering regular direct routes to London Victoria, London Bridge and the South Coast.

Dog owners and outdoor enthusiasts are particularly well catered for, with an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways surrounding the property. St Leonard's Forest, Nymans Estate and the wider High Weald National Landscape offer miles of scenic countryside walks right from your doorstep.

Horsham provides a comprehensive range of amenities including Waitrose, John Lewis at Home, Swan Walk Shopping Centre, Everyman Cinema, The Capitol Theatre, cafés, restaurants, pubs, medical centres, GP surgeries and leisure facilities, ensuring all day to day needs are easily met while enjoying the benefits of a countryside location.

Please be aware that we require ID and proof of address from all buyers prior to formally processing any accepted offers. An AML fee of £80.00 (inclusive VAT) is also payable at this stage and covers the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-07-29

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 852 listings of all property types in South East England (5+ acres).

This Property£75,000 / acre
Regional Average (5+ acres) £70,539 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
30 F
78 C

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

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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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Parking
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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

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

  • Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Lower Beeding0.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    80
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Heron Way Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    417
    Type
    Community school
  • Colgate Primary School2.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    126
    Type
    Community school
  • Handcross Primary School2.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    238
    Type
    Community school
  • Leechpool Primary School2.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    409
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • The Forest School2.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,115
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Millais School2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    896
    Type
    Community school
    Gender
    Girls
  • Bohunt Horsham3.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 16
    Pupils
    1,294
    Type
    Free schools
  • Tanbridge House School4.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,510
    Type
    Community school
  • Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley4.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,340
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England

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 - Elite Garages Mannings Heath, Manning's Heath1.7 miles
Budgens Handcross, Handcross2.4 miles
Sainsbury Crawley Road, Horsham2.7 miles

GP surgery

Ouse Valley Practice2.4 miles

Pharmacy

Roffey Chemist2.9 miles

Hospital

Horsham Hospital3.5 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

Horsham Rail Station3.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Garage978 metres

Typical drive times

Crawley11 min · 7.1 miles
Horsham11 min · 4.7 miles
Cuckfield12 min · 7.3 miles
Haywards Heath17 min · 9.4 miles
Brighton and Hove (city)30 min · 20 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.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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29 High Street, Steyning, West Sussex, BN44 3YE

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