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Fixed Price£95,000

Dreckly Meadow, Holsworthy, Devon

Land size
5 acres

Description

Welcome to Dreckly Meadow, where access is made easy through a secured gate next to the public highway. The newly maintained stone track leads you to the private parking area, ensuring year-round entry. When you arrive, take a moment to soak in the stunning views to the north, where the valley and neighbouring fields meet the horizon in a picturesque scene.

Dreckly Meadow not only offers you the chance to make a positive environmental impact but also comes with the added benefit of being on the banks of the beautiful River Torridge. The river enhances the natural beauty of the meadow and comes complete with fishing rights as well as providing a crucial water source for the thriving ecosystem.

The meadow's gentle slope naturally directs water towards the River Torridge, enhancing drainage. Steeped in agricultural tradition, this land has long been a haven for sheep and cattle, offering them lush grazing pastures. It also produced abundant hay to sustain them through the winter months. By planting trees here, you could create habitats for wildlife and contribute to a greener future and your efforts will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.

The southern boundary is defined by an earth bund which runs parallel to the track. The western boundary features a picturesque belt of mature trees and bushes, lined with wildflowers and fruit bushes that offer protection and food for wildlife.

Along the northern boundary, the riverbank provides a secluded spot for setting up camp or fishing, with the privacy provided by lush trees. This natural haven offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Enjoy the gentle rustling of leaves, the flow of the water and the chorus of the birds whilst unwinding from the daily stresses of life.

The eastern boundary, leading back to the meadow's entry point and hard-standing parking area, is lined with a mix of small trees, bushes, shrubs, and occasional bramble, providing seasonal fruits. Additionally, although not too obvious, if you climb in through the hedgerow, you will be please to find yet another hidden bonus of a small stream running the full length of the meadow northward to meet the River Torridge.

Dreckly Meadow offers a wonderful opportunity for those passionate about the environment and nature. This private sanctuary is perfect for planting trees, whether you're looking to offset carbon or simply enjoy the beauty of a establishing a new woodland. By investing in this land, you're not only enhancing the landscape but also creating a habitat for wildlife and leaving a lasting legacy to enjoy.

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Date Posted
2026-10-17

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 79 Bare & Undeveloped Land listings in South West England (5+ acres).

This Property£19,000 / acre
Bare & Undeveloped Land Average (5+ acres) £23,263 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Broadband
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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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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

4 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Limited NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Limited None

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

  • Bradworthy Primary Academy2.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    185
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Woolsery Primary School2.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    108
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Parkham Primary School4.6 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    55
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Hartland Primary School5.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    106
    Type
    Foundation school
  • St Mark's CofE Academy5.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    59
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Atlantic Academy3.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    242
    Type
    Free schools
  • Holsworthy Community College8.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    551
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Bideford College9.3 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,455
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Budehaven Community School9.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,145
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Great Torrington School11 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    863
    Type
    Academy converter

* 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

Spar Bradworthy, Bradworthy2.2 miles
Co-op Kilkhampton, Kilkhampton5.7 miles
Spar - Kilkhampton, Kilkhampton5.8 miles

GP surgery

Bradworthy Surgery2.2 miles

Pharmacy

Boots8.1 miles

Hospital

Holsworthy Hospital8.1 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

Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station17 miles

Nearest bus stop

Langdon Road2.1 miles

Typical drive times

Northam27 min · 13 miles
Bideford27 min · 13 miles
Stratton28 min · 13 miles
Holsworthy27 min · 11 miles
Exeter (city)1 hr 26 min · 56 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

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. 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

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

Very low risk

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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