Luxurious Sporting Estate Potential: Twin Farms in Dorset
Two adjacent farms in Dorset are hitting the market simultaneously this month as the current owners prepare for their retirement from farming. Cruxton Farm and Greenford Farm, located near Dorchester, offer a combined 280-290 acres of attractive commercial land with established sporting value.
Cruxton Farm, currently used for arable and livestock farming, also boasts a successful commercial shoot run by the owners. On the other hand, Greenford Farm is involved in pig and arable production. Both farms feature modern agricultural buildings and sit on chalk and flint soils common in the region. Each property includes a four-bedroom farmhouse for residential accommodation.
In the north of England, a 160-acre upland livestock farm called West Hill Edge Farm is being brought to market by Savills in Galphay, Ripon. This ring-fenced holding comprises a mix of improved grassland, pastureland, and rough grazing, enclosed by dry-stone walls and stockproof fences. The Grade 4 and 5 land could be enhanced and drained for increased productivity. An annual income of over £9,500 is generated through a Higher Level Stewardship agreement.
The farm buildings at West Hill Edge Farm are nearing the end of their useful lives but offer potential for development or modernization for agricultural and equestrian use, subject to planning consents. The property includes a three-bedroom farmhouse with an agricultural occupancy condition and a two-bedroom bungalow currently used for holiday accommodation. West Hill Edge Farm is listed with a guide price of £1.65m for the whole.
Additionally, South Farm, a 303-acre arable and improved grassland farm in Barlow near Newcastle, is up for sale by the Michie Group at £2.73m for the whole or available in five lots. The farm steading and main farmhouse in Barlow village offer development potential with existing permitted development rights. The land has been traditionally farmed, and buyers have the option to incorporate it into existing schemes or start fresh. Various overages are in place to protect the land from excessive development.
Overall, these farms present exciting opportunities for individuals looking to invest in the agricultural sector or start a new farming venture. Contact the respective agents for more information on these properties.
SOURCE
Maria Sanchez completed her Bachelor’s degree in Plant Sciences from the University of California, Davis, in the USA. Her studies focused on plant genetics and biotechnology, with an emphasis on developing disease-resistant crop varieties. Maria has contributed to several research projects aimed at improving crop resilience to climate change and is now pursuing her Master’s degree in Plant Breeding.