BINCKNOLL FAR M Bincknoll Lane, Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire SN4 8QR
Situation Bincknoll Farm is situated in a wonderful, unspoilt position on the edge of the escarpment of the North Wessex Downs, with outstanding views over the vale to the north. It is located at the far end of Bincknoll Lane, a no through road running to the south east of Royal Wootton Bassett (3 miles) in North Wiltshire. Despite its quiet position, communications are excellent with the major centre of Swindon only 6 miles distant and the M4 Motorway (junction 16) about 3 miles.
BINCKNOLL FAR M Bincknoll Lane, Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire SN4 8QR Royal Wootton Basset 3 miles, Swindon 6 miles, Marlborough 16 miles, M4 (Junction 16) 3 miles (all distances approximate) A beautifully situated parcel of farmland and woodland in a quiet position with considerable sporting and amenity appeal together with a range of livestock and fodder buildings. In all about 219.20 acres (88.71 hectares) For sale by private treaty as a whole
Description The property comprises an attractive parcel of arable, pasture and woodland together with a range of farm buildings. In recent years Bincknoll Farm has been farmed as an organic unit in an Organic Entry Level Stewardship Scheme. The land is situated on the edge of the wooded escarpment adjoining the North Wessex Downs, which rises steeply to the south. The land has considerable sporting and amenity potential. A small shoot has been run on the farm in recent years, with high birds provided by the natural contours of the land. There is historic interest, with part of the undulating grassland reputed to be the site of the former settlement of Bicknoll. An Iron Age hill fort, Bincknoll Castle, is situated on adjoining land at the top of the escarpment. The Farmland and Woodland: The land lies within a ring fence, rising to the south. It ranges from productive, under drained arable fields and three fields planted to clover leys, to banky permanent pasture, most of which is situated under the escarpment. Access to most of the field enclosures is available from Bincknoll Lane or over a hard trackway running through the farm. The woodlands are scattered across the farm. Part of the woodlands on the western boundary, mostly comprising poplars, were planted under the auspices of a Farm Woodland Premium Scheme.
The adjoining Honey Hill Copse and part of the woodlands on the escarpment are classified as Ancient or Semi-Ancient Natural Woodland. The land is mostly classified as Grade 3 with a small parcel of Grade 4. The Farm Buildings: The buildings are situated at the end of Bincknoll Lane, and comprise a useful range of livestock and fodder buildings which were formerly utilised for dairy production and briefly comprise: Covered yard (31.7m x 28.9m): a 7 bay, triple span steel portal frame cattle building with lean-to, clad with concrete block and sleeper walls. Concrete floor. Fodder barn (24.0m x 16.7m): of 5 bay, steel portal frame construction with lean-to. Open silage clamp (35m x 15.5m): 10 bays with sleeper walls and RSJ stanchions. Concrete floor. Former dairy of prefabricated construction. To the north of the buildings is an earth bank slurry lagoon with a concrete block ramp. BINCKNOLL FARM Directions From the north end of Royal Wootton Bassett high street, take the A3102 road in an easterly direction from the Coped Hall roundabout, signposted for Swindon and the M4 Motorway (junction 16). At the first mini roundabout, turn right signposted for Woodshaw, and at the next roundabout, turn left into Bincknoll Lane. Follow this road for nearly two miles to Bincknoll Farm, which is situated at the end of the lane.
Property Information Viewing: Strictly by prior appointment through the Selling Agents (01285 648115). Fixtures and Fittings: Those fixtures and fittings not mentioned in the sale particulars are not included in the sale. Services: Mains electricity is connected to the farm buildings. Mains metered water is connected to the farm buildings and to troughs serving the fields. Adjoining properties take water from this supply as recorded through sub meters. Local Authority: Wiltshire Council, Monkton Park, Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 1ER. Tel: 0300 456 0100. Basic Payment Scheme: The Basic Payment entitlements registered to the farmland will be transferred to the buyer after completion. The Basic Payment for 2016 will be claimed and will be retained by the Sellers. The buyer will covenant to maintain the farmland in good agricultural and environmental condition until 31st December, 2016. Further details are available from the Selling Agents. Grant Schemes: Organic Entry Level Stewardship: The property has been entered in an Organic Entry Level Stewardship Scheme (ref AG00260961) which expires on 30th April, 2016. Farm Woodland Premium Scheme: 8.24 hectares of woodland is entered into a Forestry Commission Farm Woodland Premium Scheme (ref 18FWP000184). The final grant payment has been made to the Sellers but an obligation of the Scheme is that the woodlands should be maintained for a further 15 years from the end of 2009 in accordance with the terms of the Grant Scheme. Ingoing Valuation: There will be no ingoing valuation of growing crops. The Sellers may require the right of holdover to complete the arable harvest. The buyer may be granted the right of early entry to cultivate fields where the harvest has been cleared, prior to completion. Town & Country Planning: A number of public bridlepaths and footpaths cross the property. Part of the property lies within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Tenure and Possession: The property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole with vacant possession on completion. The owners of an adjoining woodland have a right of access over part of the property. Sporting, Timber and Minerals: The sporting rights, timber and minerals are all included in the sale. The property is situated within the VWH Hunt country. Sellers Solicitors: Messrs Andrews Martin, 6 Little London Court, Swindon, Wiltshire SN1 3HY. Tel: 01793 641707. Sale Plan and Particulars: Moore Allen & Innocent LLP for themselves and for the Sellers of this property who s Agents they are, give notice that: these particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending buyers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract; all descriptions, dimensions, areas, references to condition and necessary permission for use and occupation, and the other details, are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending buyers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; the sale plans are based on the National Grid sheets (as revised by the Selling Agents) and are published for identification purposes only; no person in the employment of Moore Allen & Innocent LLP has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property; no responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending buyers or their agents; all areas, measurements and distances referred to herein are approximate only; while we endeavour to make our sale particulars accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact this office and we will be pleased to check the information for you, particularly if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. 33 Castle Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire GL7 1QD Telephone: 01285 648115 farmsales@mooreallen.co.uk mooreallen.co.uk
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