A nice opportunity to buy a block of this size on the edge of this popular village. - James Hickman, Land & Rural Property

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A block of farmland located just outside Mersham village which is divided into 2 parts. The land has lane frontage and access to Bower Road and is principally pastureland with some interesting landscape features.

Viewers are requested to not leave gates open when they view and respect the presence of any livestock that are grazing.

About 25.75 acres

Guide Price £225,000 to £250,000


Method of Sale

The land is offered for sale by Private Treaty with offers invited. However, in the event of competing offers, interested parties may be asked to submit their “best and final” offer. The seller also reserves the right to offer the land by informal tender or auction if the need arises.

The Land

The land is divided into two parts. The northern parcel of land is the largest and this extends to about 21.30 acres and includes a small copse of trees in the middle of this parcel. The southern parcel of land lies to the south of the railway line and extends to about 4.45 acres and is accessed through the underpasses under the High Speed/Eurotunnel and the Dover to Ashford railway lines.

Telecom Mast

An agreement has been entered into for a telecommunication mast to be constructed on the land, this was dated 10th May 2023 and is to be located close to the western boundary about midway down the larger part of the land with the access running close to the western boundary. The initial agreement is for 10 years and is with EE Limited at an annual payment of £1500 per annum.

However, they have not yet constructed or equipped the mast for use. A copy of the lease is available on request from Hobbs Parker Estate Agents LLP.

Soil Type

The upper part of the land is shown as being Soilscape 7 on the ‘’LandIS Soilscape Map’’ and the lower part of the land is shown as Soilscape 18.

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Footpaths

There is a very short section of footpath (Footpath No AE373) in the south west corner of the large parcel of land where you pass under the bridge to the southern parcel. Footpath No AE376 crosses the small parcel of land to the south of the railway line. For further details of footpaths and public rights of way nearby visit:



Fencing

The western boundary of the northern part of the land is currently unfenced but the sellers are making arrangements.

Third Party Connections

One of the Trustees of the Charitable Trust selling the land is related to a Director of Hobbs Parker Estate Agents LLP.

Plans/Boundaries & Acreages

The plan on these sales particulars and the acreage quoted are based on the latest Ordnance Survey mapping and therefore are strictly for identification and guidance only. Interested parties are reminded that the land is sold in accordance with the sellers Land Registry Title plan/s, and they must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of boundaries and the quantity of land being purchased.

The plans are published for illustrative purposes only and although they are believed to be correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Any error or mistake shall not annul the sale or entitle any party to compensation thereof.


Planning/Local Authority

All planning enquiries relating to any future use of the land should be directed to the planning department at Ashford Borough Council (ashford.gov.uk).

Services

There are no mains services currently connected. It is believed that water is available for connection in Bower Road but interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with the relevant utility providers to confirm this.

Viewings/Health & Safety

Viewings are to take place on an unaccompanied basis during daylight hours, but these are strictly by appointment through Hobbs Parker Estate Agents. Viewers are asked to contact Hobbs Parker at or on with their full address, contact details & vehicle registration number informing us of when you intend to view.

Viewers are asked to exercise extreme caution when viewing, especially when climbing over the locked gate, and must have regard for their own safety during their inspection. The vendors and their agents do not accept any responsibility for any accident or injury because of your inspection of the property.

Our Ref: AEA250057