Wood Lane, Wartling, Hailsham, BN27
- Land size
- 21.51 acres
Description
GUIDE PRICE: £400,000 (LOT 2)
• Approximately 21.506 acres of agricultural land
• Predominantly grazing meadow suitable for livestock and/or the growing of crops
• Planning permission is currently being sought for a new agricultural building of approximately 4,500 sq ft, intended for the storage of tractors, agricultural machinery and hay
• Attractive rural setting with wonderful far-reaching countryside views
• Mature hedging and established field boundaries
• Potential for a variety of agricultural, equestrian or other rural uses, subject to any necessary planning consents
• Potential for glamping or alternative diversification uses, subject to planning
• Conveniently located between Wartling and Boreham Street
• Within walking distance of a local pub and bus route
DESCRIPTION
A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial parcel of agricultural land, situated in an attractive rural position between Wartling and Boreham Street.
The land comprises predominantly grazing meadow and offers considerable scope for agricultural, equestrian or amenity use. It would be well suited to the grazing of livestock and/or the growing of crops, while its attractive setting and far-reaching countryside views may also make it suitable for other rural diversification opportunities, subject to obtaining any necessary planning permissions.
Planning permission is currently being sought for the erection of an agricultural building extending to approximately 4,500 square feet, which is proposed to provide storage for tractors, agricultural machinery and hay. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the progress and status of the planning application prior to exchange of contracts.
The land forms Lot 2 of a larger holding which is now being offered separately, with the existing buildings situated elsewhere within the original holding not included within this lot.
The property's position close to the South Downs and the Sussex coast may also offer longer-term potential for rural leisure or glamping uses, subject entirely to the necessary planning consents.
LOCATION: The land is located between Wartling and Boreham Street, within convenient driving distance of the mainline railway stations at Battle and Polegate.
Herstmonceux village is only a few minutes' drive away and provides a useful range of everyday amenities including a post office, pharmacy, doctors' surgery, restaurants, convenience shopping, a popular primary school, public house and coffee shop.
There is also a main bus route providing connections towards Battle, Hailsham, Hastings and Eastbourne.
The land enjoys an attractive countryside setting, with convenient access to the surrounding rural area, the South Downs and the Sussex coast.
LAND
The land comprises principally grazing meadow, with established boundaries and mature hedging.
The land enjoys attractive open views across the surrounding countryside and offers flexibility for agricultural and rural use.
The land being offered as Lot 2 is identified for guidance purposes by the red boundary shown on the accompanying plan. Interested parties should rely upon the title plan and legal documentation for the definitive boundaries.
PROPOSED AGRICULTURAL BUILDING
Planning permission is currently being sought for a new agricultural building of approximately 4,500 square feet.
The proposed building is intended primarily for the storage of tractors, agricultural machinery, equipment and hay, providing practical accommodation to support the ongoing agricultural use of the land.
The planning application remains subject to determination and therefore no representation or warranty is given that permission will be granted. Further information regarding the application can be made available to interested parties where appropriate.
POTENTIAL USES
The land is considered suitable for a range of agricultural and rural purposes, including grazing livestock and crop production.
There may also be potential for equestrian, leisure, glamping or other diversification uses, subject to obtaining all necessary planning permissions and consents.
No representation is made that consent for any alternative use will be forthcoming, and purchasers should make their own enquiries with the relevant local authority.
AGENTS NOTE: Please note that these details have been prepared as a general guide and do not form part of a contract. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes are approximate and should not be relied upon. Any verbal statements or information given about this property, again, should not be relied on and should not form part of a contract or agreement to purchase.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- TBC
- Date Posted
- 2026-09-11
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 77 Farmland & Pasture listings in South East England (10+ acres).
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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
52 Mbps
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Suitable for
- HD streaming
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- Web & social
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 203
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Ninfield Church of England Primary School2.8 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 129
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Little Common School3.9 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 670
- Type
- Academy converter
- Thornton Grove Academy4.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 253
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Pevensey and Westham CofE Primary School4.2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 415
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Bexhill High Academy4.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,441
- Type
- Academy converter
- Hailsham Academy4.6 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 2 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,577
- Type
- Academy converter
- Claverham Community College5.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,147
- Type
- Community school
- The Turing School5.6 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 771
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- St Catherine's College5.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,064
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
* 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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- 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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