Holme Farm Kelby, , , NG32 3AJ

Productive Grade 3 commercial arable farm situated between Sleaford and , Lincolnshire Holme Farm Kelby, Sleaford, Lincolnshire 2

Sleaford – 4.25 miles Grantham – 9 miles (Distances are approximate)

A productive undulating commercial arable farm situated in the Lincolnshire countryside.

• Equipped with “Beckside” 1,800 tonne on floor grain store and yard • Predominantly Grade 3 arable land with some pasture and woodland covers • Mainly in a ring fence • Existing woodlands and new plantings ideal for sporting and wildlife haven • Good access to fields via Council maintained highways and system of internal trackways • Well located for easy access to major communication routes including the East Coast Main Line and the A1 at Grantham • For sale as a whole by Private Treaty

Introduction Holme Farm is a substantial, predominantly arable farm extending to about 721.28 acres (291.9 hectares). The farm presents an ideal opportunity for a number of different purchaser types, including buyers looking for a stand-alone well-equipped commercial arable farm, those looking for a tax efficient investment or local and regional farmers looking to extend their existing farming operations.

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Situation Situated just 4.25 miles to the south west of Sleaford and 9 miles to the north east of Grantham. Holme Farm is well located with the benefit of both the privacy of a rural location and the convenience of being close to the two Lincolnshire towns of Sleaford and Grantham with all the services that they offer. The farm is extremely accessible, with a main line east coast rail connection at Grantham and the A1 approximately 9 miles to the south west. The majority of the farmland is located just the north of the village of Kelby with the principal farmyard and modern grain store being located within Kelby village and accessed via a private tree lined driveway from the Council maintained highway.

History Holme Farm originally comprised a number of smaller holdings which have been amalgamated over the years by the current vendor, with a considerable amount of investment having been made in regard to improvements including a modern grain store, fencing, tree planting and general farm infrastructure.

Farm Building and Yard The farm has the benefit of a modern grain store which is located just to the east of Kelby and is approached by a beautiful tree lined concrete driveway, ending with a large concrete apron in front of the grain store giving plenty of turning area and space for the storage of equipment. The “Beckside” on-floor grain store has a capacity of 1,800 tonnes and dimensions of 36.8 m x 24.8 m, steel frame with drive on ventilated floor in two bays, the third bay is solid concrete floor, steel grain walling, profile steel cladding and roof, roller shutter doors, timber central duct and fan house. In the yard there is ample storage at both the front and rear elevations of the grain store.

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The Farmland Holme Farm extends to approximately 721.28 acres (291.9 hectares), the majority of which is arable land but with some pastureland, woodland, and new tree plantings. The land is mainly located within a ring fence with plenty of field openings allowing easy access. The topography of the farm is gently undulating and the highest point on the farm is on its western boundary, being situated 91 m above sea level with far reaching views over the surrounding countryside. The Agricultural Land Classification of and Wales shows the land as mainly coming under the Elmton 3 and Ragdale Series. Elmton 3 are described as shallow well drained brashy calcareous and fine loamy soils over the limestone. Some deeper slowly permeable seasonally waterlogged, mainly calcareous clayey soils suitable for cereals, sugar beet and potatoes. The Ragdale Series are slowly permeable seasonally waterlogged clayey and fine loamy over clayey soils suitable for winter cereals and stock rearing. The current farming regime revolves around a combinable cropping rotation but some of the land has been down to temporary grass leys for sheep grazing. Approximately 185.18 acres (74.94 hectares) has been let under a seasonal cropping licence for the growing of forage maize this crop is due to be removed no later than 30th September 2019 (a copy of the agreement is available for inspection). There is also a Countryside Stewardship Middle Tier Scheme covering the farm (Agreement Reference 646412). The agreement is due to expire on 31st December 2023.

Woodland/Sporting Holme Farm, although a productive arable farm, also has a high level of amenity and sporting potential. Existing woodlands and new woodland plantings have been strategically planted to benefit wildlife habitat and create an excellent family shoot. The shooting rights are to be retained for the 2019/2020 season along with the existing game covers. Holme Farm Kelby, Sleaford, Lincolnshire 7 Holme Farm Kelby, Sleaford, Lincolnshire 8 Holme Farm Kelby, Sleaford, Lincolnshire 9

General Remarks and Environmental Stewardship Schemes Overage / Restrictive Covenant The land is subject to a Countryside Stewardship Scheme There is a historic overage clause on the yard area and Stipulations Middle Tier (Agreement Reference 646412) which is due to adjoining land that expires in October 2020. This area will expire on 31st December 2023. A copy of this agreement is be sold subject to a restrictive covenant that states any new Tenure and Method of Sale available for inspection by the selling agents. owner or their successors are not to do anything on the The farm is sold Freehold as a whole by Private Treaty. property which is or may grow to be a nuisance, annoyance Vacant possession will be available on completion subject to Basic Payment Scheme or inconvenience to the Transferor or its successors in title or holdover as detailed in these particulars. The vendor will retain the Basic Payment Scheme for 2019. the owner or occupier of any adjoining or neighbouring land. Entitlements will be included in the final sale price (plus any Additional Land Available for Rental under a Farm VAT if applicable) and the vendor will use best endeavours Disputes Business Tenancy Agreement to transfer these to the purchaser(s) in time to allow the Any disputes arising out of the boundaries or any point There is an additional parcel of around 300 acres to the purchaser(s) to make a claim for the following claim year. arising in the General Remarks or particulars, schedule, plan south of Kelby that could be made available under a Contract The ingoing purchaser(s) will indemnify the vendor against or interpretation of any questions, shall be referred to the Farming Agreement or a Farm Business Tenancy, subject any non-compliance from the date of completion until the arbitration of the selling agents whose decision acting as to negotiations. end of 2019. Expert shall be final. Holdover Woodland Grant Scheme Wayleaves, Covenants and Rights of Way The vendor requires holdover on the grain store for the Part of the land is subject to a Farm Woodland Premium Details of the wayleave payments are available for inspection storage of crops. Vacant possession will then be given no Grant Scheme and Woodland Grant Scheme. Details are via the selling agents. later than 30th February 2020. Holdover will be required available from the selling agents. for the shooting rights and shoot covers until the middle of VAT February 2020. Sporting, Timber and Mineral Rights Should any part of the sale or any rights attached to it All sporting, timber and mineral rights are included over the become chargeable items for the purchase of VAT any such a Ingoing Valuation land where owned. The mineral rights over part of the farm tax will be payable by the purchaser(s). In addition to the purchase price, the purchaser(s) will take are reserved to a third party. over and pay for all growing crops, cultivations, stocks and TUPE stores at valuation. Payment is to be made upon completion Under Drainage Where appropriate, the purchaser(s) will be responsible for at a figure assessed by the vendor’s valuer based upon Drainage plans are available for inspection. complying with the statutory provision of the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006 CAAV rates or contractor’s rates where applicable and Cropping Records invoice costs for seeds, fertiliser and sprays applied plus (TUPE) in relation to the employees of the farm. Current and past cropping records are available for enhancement value. inspection via the selling agents. Drainage Charges and Outgoings Services The land is in an area that is subject to a general drainage Town & Country Planning The farm benefits from main 3 phase electricity, mains water. charge. Further details are available from the selling agents. The land is offered subject to any development plans, Tree Contracts and Quotas Preservation Orders, Town Planning Schedules or Resolutions Plans and Areas There are no contracts or quotas included in the sale. which may or may not come into force. The purchaser(s) will Areas and schedules on the plans attached to the particulars be deemed to have full knowledge and satisfy themselves as are based on the OS National Grid and are for reference Nitrate Vulnerable Zone to the provisions of any such matters affecting the land. only. The purchaser(s) must have satisfied themselves of The land is situated within a Surface Water Nitrate Vulnerable the schedules. Zone and is subject to the usual restrictions. Potential purchasers should note that in August 2004 outline planning consent was granted for “The erection of an Local Authorities Boundaries agricultural workers dwelling in the paddock to the eastern District Council The vendor and the vendor’s agents will do their best to side of the drive near the modern grain store”. Kesteven Street specify the ownership of boundaries, hedges, fences and Sleaford NG34 7EF A copy of the planning permission reference no. ditches but would not be bound to determine these. The Tel: 01529 414155 N/21/0945/04 is available for inspection via the selling purchaser(s) will satisfy themselves as to the ownership of agents. This planning consent has now expired. any boundaries. Holme Farm Kelby, Sleaford, Lincolnshire 10 Holme Farm Kelby, Sleaford, Lincolnshire 11 Holme Farm Kelby, Sleaford, Lincolnshire 12

Vendor’s Solicitors Amy Cowdell Langleys Solicitors Olympic House, Doddington Road, Lincoln, LN6 3SE +44 (0) 1522 508 721

Contacts

Andrew Pearce Sam Thomas Charlie Paton Savills Lincoln Savills Lincoln Savills [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] + 4 4 ( 0 ) 1 5 2 2 5 0 8 9 3 3 +44 (0) 1522 507 315 +44 (0) 207 409 5916

Viewing Strictly by appointment with the selling agents, Savills.

Photography The majority of the photographs for the farm were taken during August 2019.

Important Notice Maps are reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of H.M. Stationery Office. © Crown copyright licence number 100022432 Savills (UK) Ltd, and published for the purposes of identification only and although believed to be correct accuracy is not guaranteed. Savills, their clients and any joint agents 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, photographs 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. Designed and Produced by Savills Marketing: 020 7499 8644 | August 2019