Land at Somersham, Nr Ipswich, Suffolk

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Introduction

The land at Offton Road comprises of part of an arable field extending to approximately 8.00 acres (3.24 ha). 

Method of Sale

We are instructed to offer the land by private treaty inviting offers for the whole with the intention of achieving exchange of contracts as soon as possible, with completion two weeks later.  

The land is being sold freehold with vacant possession. 

Vendor’s Solicitor

Barker Gotelee, 41 Barrack Square, Martlesham, Suffolk IP5 3RF. Attn Christopher Green.  Tel. 01473 617306, christopher.green@barkergotelee.co.uk.

Location

The land is situated south east of the village of Lower Somersham, east of Ipswich and is accessed directly from the public highway off Offton Road.  The land is located approximately 9 miles from the centre of Ipswich. 

Description 

In total the land extends to 8.00 acres (3.24 ha) with mature hedging to the north and west boundaries of the land.  The eastern boundary is formed by a new plantation of sapling trees. 

The land is accessed directly from the public highway, Offton Road, via a grass track and this is shown shaded green on the enclosed plan. There are no buildings or structures erected on the land.  

This is an excellent opportunity to purchase land which is shown as Grade 3 on the DEFRA 1:250,000 Series Agricultural Land Classification Map.  The soil is described as being of the 411d (Hanslope) Association which is described fully as ‘slowly permeable, calcareous clayey and fine loamy over clayey soils’.  

The land is shown for identification purposes, edged red on the enclosed plan. 

Services 

There are no services connected to the land. 

Viewings

At any reasonable time, with particulars in hand, by prior arrangement with the Agents.   Please contact Darcey Wilson, tel. 01728 724200 or dwilson@clarkeandsimpson.co.uk to make the necessary arrangements.  Please note viewings take place entirely at the risk of the viewer. 

Rights of Way, Wayleaves, Easements Etc.

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, wayleaves and easements that may  affect the land. 

The vendor will retain ownership of the track and the purchaser will be granted a  right of way over the track at all times and for all purposes. The purchaser will be partly responsible for the maintenance of the track.  

Timber, Sporting and Minerals

All sporting rights, standing timber and mineral rights (except as reserved by statute or to the crown) are included within the sale of the freehold.

Environmental Scheme

The land is entered into an Arable Offer Countryside Stewardship Scheme, reference: 1032462 comprising 0.5 ha of winter bird food (AB9). The scheme commenced on 1st January 2021 and expires on 31st December 2025.  The Vendor will retain payment for the 2024 scheme year.  

Outgoings

The land is sold subject to any drainage rates and other outgoings that may be relevant.  

Boundaries

All boundaries are shown for identification purposes only outlined red on the attached plan. Purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to these as no error, omission or misstatements will allow the purchaser to rescind the contract nor entitle either party to compensation thereof. 

The purchaser will be obligated to fence the boundary with the Vendors’ retained land in no less than post and two rail fencing with rabbit netting below within 12 months of completion. 

The land is registered with the Land Registry under part title no. SK360709.

Town and Country Planning

The property is sold subject to any development plans, Tree Preservation Orders, Ancient Monument Orders and Town and Country schedules or other similar matters as may be or come into force.

VAT

Should any sale of the land, or any right attached to it become a chargeable supplier for the purpose of VAT, such VAT shall be payable by the purchaser at the prevailing rate in addition to the contract price.

Tenure and Possession 

The land is for sale freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

 

NOTES
1. These particulars are produced in good faith, are set out as a general guide only and do not constitute any part of a contract. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers or lessees in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. Interested parties should rely on their own/their surveyors investigations as to the construction type of the property and its condition. Any distances, and measurements which are given are approximate only. Any plans are indicative only and may not be the same as the transfer plan/s.  No guarantee can be given that any planning permissions, building contents or building regulations have been applied for or approved.
2. Under Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 we, as Estate Agents, are required to obtain identification from buyers in the form of the photo page of your passport or a photo driving licence. The document must be in date.  In addition, we need proof of address in the form of a utility bill with the name and address of the buyer. This must not be more than three months old. We are also under obligation to check where the purchase funds are coming from.