Description
7.70 acres (3.11 hectares) of gently sloping arable land located outside the Somerset village of Babcary.
The Land - An attractive parcel of gently sloping arable land, currently put to a grass ley, extending to 7.70 acres (3.11 hectares) in total. The land is enclosed by mature hedge and tree lined boundaries and stockproof fencing. It is classified as Grade 3 on the Agricultural Land Classification Maps with the soil being described as Lime-rich loamy and clayey soils with impeded drainage.
Situation - The land is located outside the Somerset village of Babcary and accessed via a gateway directly from Perry Hill. The land is close to good road links, including the A303 (6 miles) and A37 (1 mile). The town centre of Somerton is approximately 8 miles to the west, and the town centre of Castle Cary is approximately 5 miles to the east.
Rights Of Way - There are no public rights of way crossing the land.
Designations - The land is located in:
A SSSI Impact Risk Zone
A Nutrient Neutrality Catchment for the Somerset Levels and Moors
A Nitrate Vulnerable Zone for Surface Water
Services - There is a sub metered mains water supply on the south boundary.
Sporting - All sporting rights are owned and included in the sale.
Tenure And Possession - Freehold with vacant possession on completion.
Solicitors - Nantes Solicitors
Mike Harvey
mike.harvey@nantes.co.uk
01308 422313
Local Authority - Somerset Council
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Agents Notes - A Phosphate mitigation proposal & BNG calculations are available for this parcel of land.
Restrictive Covenants - The land is subject to the following restrictive covenants in the transfer dated 16/11/2022:
Not to use or allow the property to be used for the intensive farming of poultry or pigs.
Not to block or obstruct or allow to be blocked or obstructed the Service Apparatus.
Method Of Sale - The land is for sale by Formal Tender as a whole. Tenders are to be submitted on the attached tender form and returned to our Yeovil office by Thursday 21 August 2025 at 12 noon.
Tender Pack - A full tender pack is available for all prospective purchasers. It is advised that all parties seek independent legal advice and read the pack. Access to the pack is available from the Symonds and Sampson LLP Yeovil office.
