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FARM TO LET BROCKLEY RATHLIN ISLAND
A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO LEASE AN EXTENSIVE HOLDING COMPRISING CIRCA 478 ½ ACRES IN A UNIQUE LOCATION OFF THE NORTH ANTRIM COAST TOGETHER WITH ACCOMMODATION AND USEFUL RANGE OF LIVESTOCK HOUSING
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General Information about Rathlin Island Set amongst circa 478 ½ acres (max. eligible area 451.33 acres (DARD measure)), this extensive hill farm with comfortable cottage and Rathlin Island is situated off the north east coast of Northern Ireland. Owing to extensive range of farm buildings, presents an incoming tenant with a the island’s geographical position, Rathlin has long had associations with both unique opportunity to experience life on a popular island, very accessible Ireland and Scotland. to the mainland off the North Antrim Coast, to further expand the farming enterprise which the current owners have developed over their Rathlin is a thriving community with the population doubling in the last ten years lifetime. to 140 residents. Residents volunteer in the coastguard, fire brigade, first aid responders and a community development association providing a fast integration Brockley occupies a private situation on the island with panoramic sea for new residents. The ferry to Rathlin Island travels just six miles across the sea views towards both the North Antrim and Scottish coastlines. from Ballycastle. All residents are eligible for an island pass which gives a 50% discount on ferry sailings (5 return sailings in winter, 12 return sailings in peak For further details as to tenure, maps etc. apply to: J. A. McClelland & Sons summer). 2 Doagh Road Ballyclare A sustainable island policy was developed by residents and this is supported by the BT39 9BH Northern Ireland Executive, Rathlin being the only populated off shore island in Tel: 028 9335 2727 Northern Ireland. For more information see www.rathlincommunity.org E-Mail: [email protected]
VIEWING: Strictly by appointment Cattle House at Brockley Cattle Handling Facility at Brockley
1D Ballygill Middle, Brockley - The Farm Cottage The cottage benefits from uPVC double glazed windows and has oil fired central heating installed throughout. Accommodation: GARDEN: An enclosed garden area currently laid to lawn is located towards the rear Front porch leading to: of the cottage. LIVING ROOM: 14’ x 14’ with fireplace and access to the kitchen. Farmyard and Buildings: (at Brockley) KITCHEN: With area for casual dining, comprises a range of high and low level CATTLE HOUSE: With accommodation for approx. 12 head of cattle, fully slatted, units, stainless steel sink unit, space for oven, fridge and plumbed for washing machine. with underground tank and roller door, convenient to cattle handling facility. BEDROOM 1: 11’ x 14’ Good sized double bedroom. GENERAL PURPOSE SHED: Traditional stone built outhouse recently re-roofed. BEDROOM 2: 11’ x 9’ Single bedroom with built in storage cupboards. RANGE OF TRADITIONAL FARM STEADING: To include former byre, hay shed etc. BEDROOM 3: 9’ x 7’ CATTLE HANDLING FACILITY: Handling pen with race and new crush recently BEDROOM 4: 12’ x 13’ Good sized double bedroom. installed. BATHROOM: Comprising a three piece bathroom suite with wc, wash hand basin WATER & ELECTRICITY SUPPLY AVAILABLE and bath with electric shower over. UPSTAIRS STORAGE SPACE Machinery shed Slatted cattle house
Farmyard and Buildings: (at Cleggan) Land This yard is located a short distance from the residence at Brockley and has good The land is of mixed quality with circa 23 acres of cutting ground conveniently located access off the main road via a good hardcore laneway which leads directly to the farm adjacent to the main farm at Brockley and the out farm at Cleggan, circa 100 acres of buildings with extensive concrete yard and surrounding farmland. lowland grazing also within easy reach of the main farm and the remaining circa 328 acres comprise a vast area of hill land. The whole farm is adequately fenced to contain ROUND ROOF SHED: 30’ x 90’ stock with internal stock fencing or permanent post and wire high voltage electric fencing, particularly around the hill land. A natural water supply is available throughout. Large shed with hardcore lime chip floor, suitable for use as hay/machinery shed with The land is currently all laid to grass with good access from the public road or well electricity. maintained internal farm laneways. Parts of the holding are subject to some CATTLE HOUSE: 65’ x 75’ management conditions under the SSSI and NIEA status that parts of the island are under. (Further details can be obtained on request). Pitched roof, partly slatted and suitably divided into pens with capacity for approx. 130 head of cattle, feed passage to side and tank capacity for 100,000 gallons of slurry. The farm occupies the townlands of Cleggan, Ballygill South, Ballygill Middle, Ballygill Cattle handling facility is conveniently incorporated into the shed. North and Ballynagard. (Refer to map on back page) The holding is suitably contained in one block making movement of stock easier and more convenient for a single handed LEAN TO SHED: approx. 24’ x 56’ farmer. Adjacent to the cattle house with concrete floor. Rathlin’s mild and temperate climate means that the seasons are a few weeks later than the mainland with stock rarely housed before late December and turned out mid spring. OPEN SILO Lean to shed Slatted cattle house
Cleggan Ballygill South Basic Payment Scheme: The landlord will consider leasing approx. 134 units at valuation. Services: Mains water and electricity supplies are available. Livestock & Deadstock: The farm is currently extensively managed with an approximate flock of 50 Lleyn sheep and 38 mixed beef suckler herd with followers. Stock may be available to purchase by separate negotiation. A quantity of baled silage is also available at valuation. Tenure: The landlord would consider letting the subject property under a lease, initially for a period of up to 5 years which would be reviewed periodically thereafter. Date of Entry: The date of entry will be determined to suit both parties. Local Authority: Causeway Coast & Glens Council School: St. Mary’s Primary School Churches: Church of the Immaculate Conception & St. Thomas’ Parish Church Rathlin Island The island has County Antrim to the south, the Inishowen peninsula in County Donegal to the west, the island of Islay in the Hebrides to the north, and the Mull of Kintyre in mainland Scotland to the east.
Rathlin Island has a long and eventful history, and some of the most breath-taking scenery anywhere in Ireland or Britain. It offers unspoilt environments and is renowned for its wildlife, particularly its seabird breeding colonies. The island offers relaxing peace and quiet amidst the rugged landscape. Source: www.rathlincommunity.org April to July is puffin season providing a unique opportunity to see them along with lots of other sea birds. The re-furbished seabird centre is open to the public with the added bonus of being able to explore a real working lighthouse which is now part of the Great Lighthouses of Ireland tour.
The island has a range of accommodation to suit different needs, a pub, restaurant, community shop and gift shop, offering Rathlin produced crafts.
FARMYARD & BUILDINGS AT CLEGGAN MAP FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY. NOT TO SCALE.
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