Land at Brandsmill, Broxburn, Dunbar, East Lothian
- Land size
- 3.23 acres
Key Features
- A short walk from Dunbar
- Attractive setting
- Excellent access
- Mains water connection
- Nearby power supply
Description
A rare opportunity to purchase a grass paddock and amenity woodland within walking distance of Dunbar, with excellent access, a water supply and far-reaching views over the town towards the east coast and Bass Rock. The property is ideally suited to amenity, equestrian or livestock use, with potential for a range of alternative uses, subject to planning permission.
For sale as a whole - 1.31 HA (3.23 Acres)
SITUATION
The land at Brandsmill sits in a scenic location close to the popular town of Dunbar. This is a rural, yet easily accessible area, close to the east coastline with its stunning beaches and scenery, productive farmland and an ideal location for quick and easy access to the north and south.
DESCRIPTION
The sale comprises a permanent grass paddock extending to approximately 0.51 hectares (1.26 acres), benefiting from excellent access and a mains water supply. The property also includes a further 0.17 hectares (0.42 acres) comprising a tarmac access road and adjacent burn, which enhance the amenity value of the holding. Notably, the land connects directly
to the core path network leading into Dunbar.
The woodland block is positioned between the railway line and the A1(T) and extends to approximately 0.63 hectares (1.55 acres). It can be accessed from the paddock via the A1(T) underpass or directly from the southbound carriageway.
The property’s proximity to Dunbar, direct access to the A1(T), water supply, nearby grid infrastructure and connections to the local path network further enhance its appeal and may support a variety of future amenity, leisure or diversification opportunities, subject to planning and other statutory consents.
The total area extends to 1.31 hectares (3.23 acres), as detailed in the table within the brochure.
INGOING
There will be no ingoing valuation.
IACS
The land is not registered for IACS purposes and there are no Basic Payment Entitlements included in the sale.
AGRI-ENVIRONMENT CLIMATE SCHEME
There are no agri-environmental schemes over the property.
ACCESS
Access to the paddock is taken from the private road which leads to Brandsmill Farm House. The woodland can be accessed from the underpass adjacent to the paddock (pedestrian access) or directly from the A1(T) road (vehicle access). The access routes are shown blue on the sales plan attached.
SPORTING RIGHTS
Insofar as these rights form part of the property title they are included within the sale.
MINERAL RIGHTS & TIMBER
The mineral rights are included in the sale in so far as they are owned.
CLAWBACK CLAUSE
The property will be sold subject to a clawback clause entitling the Sellers and their successors to a 50% share in the value of the property for any residential development for a period of 20 years from the date of completion of sale.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
East Lothian Council
John Muir House, Haddington, EH41 3HA
Tel:
SERVICES
There is a mains water supply which serves the field. There is an overhead power line and transformer on site.
DISCLOSURE
Please note that an employee of FBR Seed Ltd is a beneficial owner of the land offered for sale.
RIGHTS, EASEMENTS & OUTGOINGS
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, whether public or private, and any existing or proposed wayleaves, easements, servitude rights, restrictions and burdens of whatever kind, whether referred to in these particulars or not. The Purchasers will be held to have satisfied themselves on all such matters. It is noted that:
There will be several shared rights and responsibilities which will be agreed at the point of sale, but which may include a share in the cost of maintaining mutual boundary fences.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with Selling Agents – .
HEALTH AND SAFETY
For your own personal safety please be aware of potential hazards when viewing.
DIRECTIONS
From Dunbar follow the A1087 south for approximately 1.5 miles, after Ancroft turn right into Brandsmill, following the private road until reaching a cluster of four houses. Continue over the bridge into the subjects of sale.
WHAT3WORDS
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MORTGAGE FINANCE
FBRSeed are approved agents for the Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC) who provide loan
funding for farms and rural businesses. We may be able to provide assistance in securing finance for various purposes including purchase of land and property, restructuring existing debt, working capital, funds for diversification projects or farm building improvements. If you would like to find out more or discuss your proposals, in confidence, please call our Kelso office.
SOLE SELLING AGENT
FBRSeed
Rose Lane, Kelso, TD5 7AP
Tel:
OFFERS
If you wish to make an offer for this property or would like us to inform you of a closing date for offers, it is important that you notify us in writing of your interest. Offers should be made in Scottish Legal form and addressed to the Selling Agents. The Seller shall not be bound to accept the highest or indeed any offer.
DATE OF ENTRY
By mutual agreement.
GUIDE TO INTERESTED PARTIES
Whilst we use our best endeavours to make our sales details accurate and reliable, please contact
us if there is any point, which you wish to clarify. We will be pleased to check this information for
you, particularly if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. These were prepared in October 2026.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
FBRSeed, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either in writing or by word of mouth. Any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents or the sellers. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive and it should not be assumed that the property remains as photographed. Any error, omission or misstatement shall not annul the sale, or entitle any party to compensation or recourse to action at law. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents, including for its current use. FBR have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise and ought to seek their own professional advice.
3. All descriptions or references to condition are given in good faith only. Whilst every endeavour is
made to ensure accuracy, please check with us on any points of especial importance to you, especially if intending to travel some distance. No responsibility can be accepted for expenses incurred in inspecting properties which have been sold or withdrawn.
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Ask Agent
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-10-09
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 18 Cheap Land listings in Scotland (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Ask Agent
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Ask Agent
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Ask Agent
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
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- Garden
- Garden
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
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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
- Dunbar Primary School1.6 miles
- Pupils
- 950
- Type
- Non-denominational
- West Barns Primary School2.2 miles
- Pupils
- 95
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Innerwick Primary School2.5 miles
- Pupils
- 46
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Stenton Primary School4.9 miles
- Pupils
- 18
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Cockburnspath Primary School6.1 miles
- Pupils
- 41
- Type
- Non-denominational
Secondary
- Dunbar Grammar School1.8 miles
- Pupils
- 1,120
- Type
- Non-denominational
- North Berwick High School10 miles
- Pupils
- 1,045
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Knox Academy12 miles
- Pupils
- 902
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Berwickshire High School16 miles
- Pupils
- 574
- Type
- Non-denominational
- Eyemouth High School18 miles
- Pupils
- 495
- Type
- Non-denominational
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: planning activity, heritage and any flood history here are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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
SEPA open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 40 metres away.
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.
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