Deptford Farm, Wylye, Wiltshire

A commercial farm that boasts a profitable income stream, including a range of commercial buildings and two farm cottages. Encompassing 499.52 acres (202.15 hectares) of productive arable land, pasture, and woodland with sporting opportunities, all set in the Wylye Valley.

Introduction - Deptford Farm presents a unique chance to purchase a collection of lucrative commercial buildings totalling 3170.8m2, along with two semi-detached cottages and a ring-fenced block of productive arable land, pastureland and woodland in total 499.52 acres (202.15 hectares)

This is an exceptional opportunity to enhance commercial revenue, making it a rare find for those looking to invest in a sustainable farming enterprise with excellent transport connections directly to the A303.

The land is high yielding, Grade 3 commercial farmland, with lime-rich loamy soils over chalk or limestone. The land is predominantly arable, with areas of pastureland and woodland interspersed throughout. Furthermore, the land is complemented by an established shoot, which is managed in conjunction with a larger enterprise, and it currently includes nine separate drives.

Situation - Deptford Farm is located to the north of the A36/A303 interchange. It comprises range of commercial buildings, two semi-detached cottages all set within 499.52 acres (202.15 hectares) in a ring fence. The topography is characterised by gentle undulations, rising in elevation towards the north in the direction of Salisbury Plain. It is positioned 8.75 miles southeast of Warminster and 12 miles northwest of Salisbury.

The farm enjoys outstanding transport links, with direct access available on the eastern boundary from the A303.

Buildings - A collection of commercial buildings encompassing a total area of 3170.8m2. All buildings are presently leased under three distinct commercial agreements, as detailed in the building schedule.

Originally designed for agricultural purposes to support dairy and arable farming, these buildings now hold B1 and B8 classifications. They produce a significant yearly revenue from reliable, long-term tenants and have the potential to enhance the existing arrangement.

Cottages - A pair of semi-detached cottages, each with a total area of 1098 square feet, located to the east of the commercial buildings.

Each cottage features three bedrooms, a sitting room, a dining room, a kitchen, a utility room, and two bathrooms, along with their own garage and a spacious rear garden.

Both cottages are currently let on Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreements.

The Land - The land features stunning topography, comprising mainly arable land, alongside areas of Downland grazing and some woodland. The land has been farmed in an arable rotation system, complemented by mixed livestock grazing on pasture. The woodlands consist of both mature and young plantations, with excellent access provided by tracks and rides. All arable land can be accessed through hardcore tracks and is classified as Grade 3, with certain regions classified as Grade 2.

The arable land is currently managed in a contract farming agreement with the neighbouring landowner, resulting in clean and high-yield crops that have been skilfully cultivated. The cropping rotations are strategically planned to preserve soil health, generally incorporating wheat, barley, oilseed , and oats, all of which achieve and produce premium quality. For many years, variable rate fertiliser applications have been employed, leading to soils that demonstrate elevated levels of organic matter and a balanced pH throughout all parcels.

The grassland has been preserved with an emphasis on environmental sustainability, serving as a significant resource for local wildlife. The downland sustains a species-rich grassland abundant with flowering herb varieties. The ungrazed pasture areas exhibit a remarkable diversity of flowering plants that contribute to a robust and biodiverse ecosystem.

The woodland is divided into three distinct blocks, designed to facilitate shooting and sporting activities across the land. The northern block features mature coniferous trees interspersed with younger broadleaf plantations. The central block comprises four belts of mixed trees, predominantly broadleaf, of different ages. The southern block consists of two distinct areas: one is a mature coniferous plantation, while the other is a younger mixed plantation.

Sporting - The farm’s rolling landscape, combined with thoughtfully placed woodlands, facilitates an exceptional game shoot across nine designated drives. Three of these drives are integrated within the woodland, and the shoot operates as a component of a broader collaboration with a nearby landowner.

The sporting rights are included within the sale, but the owners will retain the 2026/2027 season to satisfy the current lease.

Designations - The land is in the Salisbury Plain and West Wiltshire Downs National Character Area.
The southern half of the land is located within the Cranborne Chase & West Wiltshire Downs Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The land is in a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.

Access, Easements, Wayleaves And Rights Of Way - A personal right of way will be retained for the current owner and their immediate family to traverse the land on foot.

There are no registered public rights of way on the property.

Access to the land is provided from the Public Highway in Deptford Village, traversing land retained by the local highway authority and the vendors. Additionally, there is direct gated access from the A303 along the eastern boundary.

The land is sold subject to a right of way for access to the Telecommunication Masts.

Services - Private water supply, mains electricity.

Cottages 1 and 2 feature oil central heating and are connected to a septic tank for drainage.

Borehole situated at Grid Reference: SU . Registration number SU04SW10.

Reservoir positioned at Field Reference SU01390694, leading to the Pump house at Grid reference: SU .

The current water supply services the cottages situated in Deptford, as well as the adjacent land on the western boundary, which incurs an annual surcharge. The buyer will be obligated to maintain this supply.

Mineral Rights - Mineral rights are included in the sale.

Sporting - The sporting rights will be retained for the 2026/2027 season.

Overage - A part of the property indicated with hatching will be sold with an overage provision applicable to future development. This provision will not cover agricultural, horticultural, or equestrian developments. The overage will remain in effect for 30 years from the completion date, applying to 30% of any value increase resulting from the granting of planning permission.

Telecommunications Masts - There are two operational telecommunication masts and one redundant mast that are currently under existing leases.

Vat - In addition to the purchase price, should any sale of the property, or any right attached to it, become a chargeable supply for the purposes of Value Added Tax, such tax shall be payable by the purchasers in addition to any monies to be paid during the course of the sale and the purchaser shall indemnify the vendors in respect thereof, including interest, or penalty.

Local Authority - Wiltshire Council –

Tenure And Possession - Freehold with vacant possession subject to the existing contract farming agreement, current commercial leases of all the buildings and yard area and current Assured Shorthold Tenancies on both cottages.

The land will be sold subject to holdover for harvest 2026 and subject to existing telecommunication lease agreements.

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Viewing - All viewings strictly by appointment with the vendor’s agent Gabriella Placidi on .