Land West of Sladbury’s Lane, Holland-on-Sea, Essex

The site measures approximately 3.85 acres (1.56ha), is broadly rectangular in shape and currently comprises former agricultural land. It is well contained and bounded by agricultural land to the north, Sladbury’s Lane to the east, and an existing residential development to the south.

The primary vehicular and pedestrian access will be taken from Sladbury’s Lane.

Location

The site is located on the north-western edge of Holland-on-Sea, a well-regarded coastal suburb of Clacton-on-Sea. Holland-on-Sea benefits from a range of day-to-day amenities including local shops, cafes, public houses, healthcare facilities and primary schooling. Further amenities are available at Clacton-on-Sea, including secondary schools, supermarkets, shops, leisure and sports facilities, restaurants and healthcare services.
The town also benefits from mainline rail services to London Liverpool Street.

Holland-on-Sea benefits from regular bus services connecting the area to Clacton-on-Sea town centre and neighbouring settlements across Tendring. Clacton-on-Sea railway station, located approximately 2 miles to the west, offers regular direct services to London Liverpool Street, with journey times of around 90 minutes. The site also enjoys convenient access to the A133, providing direct links to Colchester and the wider strategic road network via the A12.

Planning

An outline planning application for up to 30 dwellings and associated infrastructure, including a new access onto Sladbury’s Lane, was submitted in July 2025 under reference 25/01011/OUT. Outline planning permission was subsequently granted at appeal on 3rd June 2026 under appeal reference 6004354.

S106 Agreement

The S106 Agreement was signed on 19th March 2026 and requires the provision of 30% affordable housing, RAMS mitigation contributions and Biodiversity Net Gain monitoring contributions. A copy of the S106 Agreement is included within the Information Pack.

CIL

Tendring District Council does not have an adopted CIL Charging Schedule; therefore, CIL will not be payable.

Tenure

The site is to be sold freehold, with Vacant Possession.

Easements, Wayleaves & Rights of Way

The site is offered subject to, and with the benefit or burden of all existing rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not specifically referred to in these sales particulars.

Services

More information is included within the Information Pack, but prospective purchasers are advised to make and rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant service providers.

VAT

Prospective purchasers should note that the land has not been elected for VAT.

Method of Sale

Offers are invited via the Private Treaty method of sale with rights reserved to conclude marketing through an informal tender process. Prospective purchasers are directed to the Bidding Guidelines contained within the Information Pack for further information.

The vendors are not obliged to accept the highest or indeed any offer received.

Anti-Money Laundering

In accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017, once an offer is accepted, the purchaser(s) must provide any requested information to complete the necessary due diligence as a legal requirement.

Information Pack

Access to an Information Pack containing all relevant sales information, technical reports and planning information is available on request.

Bidding Guidelines

Offers should be submitted in accordance with the directions in the Bidding Guidelines.

Inspections

Inspections should be arranged by prior appointment with the Selling Agents.