Land At Morchard Bishop, Crediton, EX17

An attractive and versatile block of productive agricultural land enjoying a convenient position close to the village with superb views and potential for a variety of agricultural, equestrian or amenity uses. In all about 29.34 Acres.

The sale of this land represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-situated block of versatile agricultural land occupying a convenient and readily accessible rural position close to Morchard Bishop. Contained within hedged and fenced boundaries the land is divided into a number of manageable enclosures, with the benefit of right of way track access leading from the road which runs from Morchard Bishop to the A377 at Morchard Road. The land is primarily gently sloping enjoying a southerly aspect with mains trough watering available to all fields. Whilst we understand that some fields have previously been utilised for arable cropping, the land is currently sown to a combination of productive grass/herbal leys with some longer term pasture.

Whilst the land may be well suited to arable cropping, fodder production and livestock grazing, its convenient location, superb views towards Dartmoor and aesthetic appeal may also make it suitable for a variety of other agricultural, equestrian, conservation or amenity uses, subject to obtaining any necessary consents. In total, the land extends to about 29.34 acres, as shown shaded red on the attached identification plan.

Tenure
The land is of freehold tenure with vacant possession available upon completion of the sale.

Services
The land benefits from mains trough watering. The land will be sold without any other mains services of any kind and prospective purchasers should make their own enquires as to the availability of mains electricity and any other services.

Agri-Environment Schemes & Designations
We understand that the land is currently entered into a Higher Tier Countryside Stewardship agreement which is due to expire on the 1st January 2027.

Sporting & Mineral Rights
The sporting and mineral rights across the land, insofar as they are owned, will be included in the freehold sale.

Rights of Way, Easements, Etc.
It is understood that the land benefits from a right of way over the track leading from the council road.
A public footpath crosses the land.
The land, as far as required by the Vendors, will be conveyed, subject to all other public or private rights of way, easements, and wayleaves of telegraph and telephone poles, stays and wires, electric pylons, poles and cables, water and gas pipes at present erected on and passing over or under the property and subject to the agreements affecting the same (if any).

Farm Properties Health & Safety Notice
All persons wishing to view the land do so entirely at their own risk. Neither the Vendors or their Agents will be held liable for any damage or injury that may occur when interested parties are visiting the property. Agricultural land is a potentially hazardous environment and for prospective purchasers own personal safety, please be vigilant when viewing, particularly in fields containing horses or stock. All persons viewing the property are asked to observe the country code and close all gates.

The land enjoys a convenient position a short distance to the south of the popular village of Morchard Bishop, enjoying far reaching views over the surrounding unspoilt Devon countryside towards Dartmoor. Despite its rural position the land is well situated for easy access to the surrounding districts and main routes of communication. The village of Morchard Bishop provides a thriving local community with a range of local services including a post office/stores, primary school, doctors surgery, parish church and popular public house, The London Inn. The nearby A377 Barnstaple to Exeter road provides easy access to the larger centres of Crediton and Exeter to the south east. Tiverton lies approximately 15 miles to the east with access to the M5 motorway available at Junction 27. Mainline rail services are available at Exeter and Tiverton Parkway, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.

The land is surrounded by picturesque Devon countryside providing a wealth of recreational activities including walking, horse riding, cycling, fishing, hunting, shooting and golf courses at Crediton, Tiverton and Barnstaple. To the north and south the Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks respectively offer beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths.

Directions
Travelling south easterly towards Crediton on the A377 at Morchard Road turn left beside The Devonshire Dumpling public house signed for Morchard Bishop. Follow this road for approximately 2.3 miles and as you start to enter the village the entrance to the right of way access track to the land will be found on the left hand side, denoted by the agents ‘For Sale’ board.
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Please Note:- You are strongly advised to follow the directions above rather than relying on satellite navigation.