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Savills National Farms & Estates 33 Margaret Street London W1G 0JD

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COURT LODGE FARM Savills Rural Agency Chelsea House, 8-14 The Broadway STALISFIELD | FAVERSHAM | KENT | ME13 0JG Haywards Heath RH16 3BN

[email protected] Faversham – 7.5 miles, Ashford – 10 miles, London – 60 miles 01444 446066 savills.co.uk A WELL LOCATED COMMERCIAL FARM WITH DELIGHTFUL VIEWS BTF Clockhouse Barn Range of modern and traditional farm buildings with development potential (subject to planning) Ashford TN25 4BJ 412.32 acres (166.86 hectares) of arable land, 15.5 acres (6.27 hectares) of pasture and 186 acres (75.26 hectares) of woodland, 2.12 acres (0.85 hectares) of tracks/paths [email protected] and 5.97 acres (2.42 hectares) of farm buildings and ancillary land 01233 740077 btfpartnership.co.uk In all extending to approximately 621.91 acres (251.66 hectares)

Available as a whole or in 2 lots INTRODUCTION

The sale of Court Lodge Farm presents a rare opportunity to acquire a productive and attractive arable and sporting farm in a striking location with the potential to re-develop the farm buildings for residential or other uses, subject to the necessary planning consents.

The farm has been sympathetically farmed in-hand by the current owner’s family since 1975.

SITUATION

Overlooking Whitstable and Faversham to the north and to the south, the farm is within the North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and enjoys an elevated position to the east of the popular village of Stalisfield Green and close to the village Church.

Idyllic and peaceful, it is nevertheless within easy reach of the M20 which provides connections to London, Ashford International, the coast and other motorway networks such as the M25.

Comprehensive shopping: Charing (3 miles) offers good local shopping and amenities. More extensive shopping can be found in Ashford (9.5 miles), (15.5 miles), and Canterbury (16 miles).

Mainline rail services: Train services from Charing to Ashford International station which provides connections to London St Pancras from 38 minutes and the Continent.

Communications: The nearby M20 (Junction 9) provides connections to London, Ashford International, the coast and other motorway networks such as the M25 which provides access to Gatwick and Heathrow Airports.

Leisure: There are a number of local golf courses, including Faversham, Boughton and Canterbury Golf Clubs. Sailing at Seasalter and Tankerton Bay Sailing Clubs. Hunting with the Ashford Valley Tickham Hunt.

LOT 1: COURT LODGE FARMLAND AND LOT 2: COURT LODGE FARM BUILDINGS - 5.97 ACRES WOODLAND - 615.94 ACRES (249.25 HECTARES) (2.42 HECTARES)

Court Lodge Farm benefits from a centrally located range of modern and traditional farm buildings accessed from LAND Church Road to the west of the village Church.

The farmland comprises undulating countryside within a ring fence, although an unclassified single track In brief, the farmstead comprises: public road runs through the farm, providing excellent access. The land is serviced by farm and woodland 1. Modern grain store (approx. 24.5m x 18.3m plus 10.5m lean to) with ventilated floor and capacity to store tracks, particularly through the wooded valley which forms the north south spine of the farm. The fields are of a approximately 1,500 tonnes. The fans are mains powered. In addition to the grain store there are also six commercial nature and size suitable for modern arable farming techniques. outdoor grain silos which are now redundant. 2. General purpose steel framed portal building (approx. 23m x 27.5m) which is currently used for farm machinery The land is classified as Grade 3 on the Agricultural Land Classification Plan for and Wales with the soils and fertiliser storage but could easily be adapted for the housing of livestock. comprising a mixture of shallow lime rich soils over flinty deep clay soils. The land has been sympathetically 3. Workshop building (approx. 23m x 9.8m), currently let to an agricultural mechanic on an a Tenancy at Will. farmed by the current owners with a 3 year arable rotation of predominantly autumn and spring sown cereals, 4. General purpose building (approx. 15.3m x 17.5m plus 6.6m lean to), currently let on a Tenancy at Will. with occasional oilseed rape and beans. 5. To the west of the farmyard is an attractive oak framed Kent barn (approx. 9.6m x 23m) which offers potential for conversion subject to the necessary consents. WOODLAND SUMMARY OF LOTS The woodland on the farm extends to approximately 186 acres (75.26 hectares) and largely consists of mature broadleaf coppice with a high percentage of sweet chestnut, ash, birch and hornbeam interspersed with oak. The LOT DESCRIPTION ACRES HECTARES woodland is sub divided into eleven principle woods and shaws, the majority of which are designated as Ancient An attractive parcel of arable land and woodland supporting a high Semi-Natural Woodland Sites. The timber has been well managed in recent years and a 10 year Woodland 1 615.94 249.25 Management Plan was put in place with the Forestry Commission in 2016, with the aim to clear invasive species quality shoot. and in time establish a mosaic of uneven aged and mixed species. A range of modern and traditional farm buildings and ancillary land 2 offering potential for conversion to alternative uses subject to the 5.97 2.42 The woodland is part of a Countryside Stewardship Agreement which commenced on 1st January 2017 and runs necessary consents. until 31st December 2021. The Agreement covers 180.83 acres (73.18 hectares) split into 22 compartments. Whole 621.91 251.66 Further details are available in the Data Room.

SPORTING

Court Lodge Farm forms a substantial part of the Stalisfield and Woodsell Shoot which has been successfully GENERAL REMARKS managed and hosted for many years by Brian Homewood. The shoot lodge is situated on neighbouring land which adjoins the eastern boundary of the farm. Method of Sale: The property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole or in two lots. Lot 2 will not be sold before Lot 1. The shoot is fully keepered and well known for high quality partridges and pheasants which are shown over the attractive open and wooded valleys of the North Downs. Tenure and Possession: The tenure of the property is freehold with vacant possession being granted upon completion, subject to the current occupancies as set out in the schedule below. The Kent Shooting Fraternity highly regard the shoot which includes drives such as the challenging Ravine, PROPERTY TENURE £ P.A. North Field Shave, and Rushmere which are all situated on the farm offered for sale. COMMERCIAL Workshop Tenancy at Will £5,100 There are three pheasant release pens in the central wooded valley and cover crops to supplement the drives. Further details on the shoot together with a copy of the licence agreement with Mr Homewood are available from General purpose building Tenancy at Will £10,800 the selling agents. SPORTING Available upon Shooting rights Licence - Until 1st February 2019 request

Plans, Areas and Schedules: The plans and associated acreages have been prepared for illustrative purposes and their accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Statutory Designations: Court Lodge Farm is situated in the North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Town and Country Planning: Interested parties are recommended to undertake their own investigations into the prospects for any change of use. Initial discussions regarding re-development of the buildings on Lot 2 have taken place between the Vendor and Swale Borough Council. Further details are available from the selling agents.

Overage: Lot 2 will be subject to overage at an agreed percentage of the uplift in value in the event that planning consent is granted for non-agricultural use within a period of 30 years from the completion date of the sale.

Easements, Wayleaves & Rights of Way: The property is offered for sale, subject to and with benefit of all rights of way either public or private, all easements, wayleaves and other rights of way whether specifically mentioned or not. There are public rights of way across the Estate, including a bridleway which runs from north to south through the farm along the track through the wooded valley.

VAT: Any guide prices quoted or discussed are exclusive of VAT. In the event of a sale of the Estate or any part of it, or any right attached to it becoming a chargeable event for purposes of VAT, such tax would be payable in addition to the purchase price.

Basic Payment Scheme: The farmland is registered with the Rural Payments Agency and Entitlements will be included within the sale. The claim for the current year will be retained by the Vendor and the Vendor agrees to use reasonable endeavours to transfer the Entitlements for future Basic Payments to the Purchaser.

Holdover: A right of holdover is reserved by the Vendor until 31st March 2019 for the management, storage and loading of grain.

Services: The farm buildings benefit from 3-phase mains electricity and piped mains water supply.

Minerals, Sporting Rights and Timber: All mineral rights, sporting rights and standing timber in so far as they are owned are included in the freehold sale.

The sporting rights are let on a license which runs until 1st February 2019.

Data Room: A data room has been set up which provides additional information on the property. If you wish to access the data room please contact the selling agents.

Local Authorities: Kent County Council (0300 333 5540) & Swale Borough Council (01795 417850).

Postcode: ME13 0JG

Directions: Heading east on the M20, exit at junction 8 towards Lenham/A20. At the roundabout take the 3rd exit, then at the next roundabout take the 1st exit onto Ashford Rd/A20. Continue on A20 for approximately 8 miles. Turn left onto Hart Hill and continue for approximately 1 mile. Turn right onto Stalisfield Rd by The Bowl Inn. After approximately 1 mile bear left onto Church Road. The drive up to Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2016. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:377072 Ordnance Survey Crown Copyright 2016. Licence number 100022432 the farm buildings is about a mile after on the right hand side, just past St Mary’s Church, Stalisfield. Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2016. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:377072 HEALTH & SAFETY

Given the potential hazards of a working farm, we would ask you to be as vigilant as possible when making your inspection for your own personal safety, particularly around the farm buildings. Viewings will be strictly by appointment only through the Vendors’ agents.

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with Savills London on +44 (0)207 4095916, Savills Haywards Heath +44 (0)1444 446066, Savills Maidstone +44 (0)1732 879050 or BTF +44 (0)1233 740077.

If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to view the property.

Savills Rural Agency Savills National Farms and Estates BTF Chelsea House, 8-14 The Broadway 33 Margaret Street Clockhouse Barn Haywards Heath RH16 3AH London W1G 0JD Ashford TN25 4BJ [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 01444 446066 0207 409 5916 01233 740077 savills.co.uk btfpartnership.co.uk

Important Notice Savills, BTF and their clients give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Photographs Taken July 2017 Brochure Prepared February 2018 CCOO/180222