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POST WOOD SHADOXHURST ROAD · SHADOXHURST · TN26 3PP

LOCATION POST WOOD Post Wood is situated in an entirely rural location and is accessed via a public byway (KT|AT|182) off the SHADOXHURST ROAD Shadoxhurst Road one mile to the east of Shadoxhurst village in Kent. , and Woodchurch are within easy reach and can provide day to day amenities and facilities if required. SHADOXHURST 7 miles to the east provides a more comprehensive range of facilities and amenities including KENT supermarkets, schooling, and leisure facilities. TN26 3PP Ashford 7 miles north-east provides excellent road and rail links to the continent and the rest of the country via the M20 and M2 motorways with the High-Speed Rail Link at Ashford providing access to Shadoxhurst - 1 mile London (37 minutes). Woodchurch - 2 miles Bethersden - 5 miles Please see the Location Plan below which shows the location of the property in relation to the surrounding Tenterden - 7 miles towns and villages. Ashford - 7 miles DIRECTIONS A private parcel of conservation From the centre of Bethersden, follow the A28 towards Ashford and after 1 mile, turn right onto Bethersden Road. Follow this road to the crossroads and turn left. After 1 mile at the T junction, turn right and then woodland with rides and take the next left on the unmetalled road, indicated by the byway signs. The wood can be found on the Wealden Ponds throughout. right-hand side of the byway after approximately 0.4 miles.

From Tenterden, head east on the B2067 towards Woodchurch for 3 miles. At the T Junction, turn left onto • Located in a highly sought-after location Front Road and after approximately 150 yards, turn right onto Lower Road. Continue along Lower Road for • Designated as ancient woodland 1 mile and at the crossroads, go straight onto Place Lane. Continue for 3 miles and turn right onto the byway. The wood can be found on the right-hand side of the byway after approximately 0.4 miles. • Possible entry into Countryside

Stewardship woodland grant schemes LOCATION PLAN

• Potential opportunities within the Ecosystems Services sector

In all approximately 46.67 acres

GUIDE PRICE: £280,000

VIEWING: - Strictly by appointment via the sole agents:

BTF Partnership Canterbury Road , Ashford Kent TN25 4BJ 01233 740077 [email protected]

DESCRIPTION Post Wood comprises a single block of semi natural ancient woodland extending to approximately 46.67 acres (18.88 hectares) situated within the Low , a sought- after location in the county of Kent. The woodland primarily comprises mixed broadleaf species including Hornbeam coppice under Oak standards, with other native species scattered throughout, and isolated Conifer clusters. The woodland is on Weald clay which suits broadleaf species and additional features include small Wealden ponds and a well-defined network of rides providing good accessibility for vehicles. The north eastern boundary is determined by the Byway with the south eastern boundary defined by the treeline beyond an established internal ride. The entire western boundary is bordered by agricultural land in arable production, with most of the boundary fenced. Broadleaf woodlands in this part of Kent were extensively damaged by the storm of October 1987. At that time Post Wood belonged to the Forestry Commission and in the years immediately following substantial areas were felled and cleared enabling broadleaf species to naturally regenerate into the woodlands seen today. There is significant potential for development of a woodland of great character. The biodiversity of the woodlands in this location is exceptional, with adjacent land recognised as a Nightingale hotspot, and a wide range of other wildlife and plants is found. The Forestry Commission and Natural run environmental and management schemes which may be of interest to a future owner. STEWARDSHIP & ECOSYSTEMS SERVICES The woodland has the potential to be incorporated into a countryside stewardship scheme or entered into a standalone woodland grant scheme both of which provide financial assistance for various components of woodland management and woodland creation. Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries with the Rural Payments Agency and Natural England representatives for further clarification on these opportunities. The woodland may also have further potential in the context of its natural capital and the rapidly evolving schemes which are likely to be introduced following passage of the Agriculture and Environment Bills through Parliament. Nature based solutions may provide opportunities for woodland owners with schemes for the provision of ecosystem services and biodiversity net gain may present future income opportunities beyond those currently available today. Prospective purchasers will need to take their own advice on such matters.

BOUNDARY PLAN

SERVICES EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES AND RIGHTS OF WAY CLIENT IDENTIFICATION The property is not connected to any services, as far The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all In accordance with Money Laundering Regulations as we are aware. rights, including rights of way, whether public or we are now required to obtain proof of identification private and other rights and obligations, easements, for all Purchasers. BTF employs the services of SPORTING RIGHTS quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all Smartsearch to verify the identity and residence of Sporting Rights on the land are in hand and the existing and proposed wayleaves, masts, pylons, Purchasers. shooting rights will pass with the transfer of the stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes. freehold. There is potential for flight ponds, rough AGENT’S NOTE shooting and woodland deer stalking. PLEASE NOTE: We wish to inform prospective purchasers that we The public Byway which leads to the property is have prepared these sales particulars as a general ACCESS unrestricted and allows access on foot and for all guide. None of the statements contained in these Access is via an unrestricted Public Byway types of vehicle. A seasonal closure order restricts particulars relating to the property should be relied (KT|AT|182) leading directly off Shadoxhurst Road and general vehicle access between 1 October and 30 April upon as a statement of fact and all measurements running along the north-easterly boundary of the each year. given are given as a guide and no liability can be property. This Byway is coloured brown on the accepted for any errors arising there from. Boundary Plan. Shadoxhurst Road is a publicly TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING adopted highway, connecting with others through The land is sold subject to any development plan, tree VIEWINGS this extensive wooded area. preservation order, town planning schedule, During daylight hours only with particulars in hand resolution of notice in force and the purchaser will be and strictly by prior appointment with the agents: METHOD OF SALE deemed to have full knowledge and to satisfy himself The Vendor and his agents will not accept any The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty as a with the provision of any such matter affecting the responsibility for personal injury, loss or damage as a whole. The vendor reserves the right to take the property. result of unaccompanied viewings. If you would like property to formal tender, informal tender or auction to view, please contact Edward Plumptre on the at a later date if required. The Vendor also reserves the PLEASE NOTE: The entire property is subject to a tree contact details below. right not to accept any offer. preservation order (TPO No 7, 2008). Further

information can be requested from Ashford Borough BTF Partnership PLANS Council. Canterbury Road · Challock The plans provided are for identification purposes Ashford · Kent TN25 4BJ only and not to be relied on. TAXATION Tel: 01233 740077 Purchasers should speak to their financial advisors in BOUNDARIES Email: [email protected] relation to taxation regimes and woodland ownership The purchaser must satisfy themselves on the Reference: EP/R1352.2 location of all fencing and boundaries on the property. TENURE GUIDE PRICE Office Copy Entries and Title Plans are available from Post Wood is registered under part of Land Registry £280,000 the Selling Agents’ offices upon request. Title Number K762377.

LOCAL AUTHORITY ACREAGES

Kent County Council, Invicta House, County Hall, The acreages quoted are for guidance purposes only Maidstone, Kent ME14 1XQ and are given without responsibility. , Civic Centre, Tannery Lane, PHOTOGRAPHS Ashford, Kent TN23 1PL The photographs within this brochure were taken in

July 2020.

Land and Property Experts www.btfpartnership.co.uk Clockhouse Barn Canterbury Road Challock Ashford Kent TN25 4BJ