Land at Win Hill

Hope Valley Land at Win Hill Fullwood Stile Lane, Hope Hope Valley, Derbyshire S33 6TF

Approximate distances: • Hope - 1 mile • Castleton - 2 miles • Hathersage - 5 miles • Sheffield - 14 miles

An exciting opportunity to acquire 612 acres (247.69 hectares) of moorland, grassland and woodland, including the landmark of Win Hill, within the National Park.

Approximately 558.05 acres (225.83 ha) of moorland Approximately 28.22 acres (11.42 ha) of grassland Approximately 25.78 acres (3.47 ha) of woodland Internal access tracks • Ring fenced • Sporting potential (previously managed as a grouse moor)

Sale by private treaty as a whole or in three lots:

Lot 1 - Approximately 575.25 acres (232.80 ha) of moorland and woodland

Lot 2 - Approximately 28.22 acres (11.42 ha) of grassland including a stone field barn

Lot 3 - Approximately 8.58 acres (3.47 ha) of woodland

The majority of the land is subject to a Farm Business Tenancy with a 12 month notice provision to terminate the tenancy.

Ashby-de-la-Zouch 01530 410840 fishergerman.co.uk Lot 3 Lot 1

These woodlands are of mixed broadleaf and coniferous payment scheme. The entitlements are owned by the species. tenant and may be available by separate negotiation. The moor is not currently managed intensively but has in the past provided a grouse population which has allowed Cross compliance a number of walked up days grouse shooting per season. There may be scope to increase the degree of moorland The purchasers will be responsible for cross compliance management for sporting purposes in order to provide following completion. The purchasers will indemnify the further opportunities for grouse shooting. outgoing tenant against any non-compliance which results in any penalty or reduction to their Basic Payment. Lot 2 - Approximately 28.22 acres (11.42 ha) of grassland including a stone field barn Environmental schemes Lot 2 includes five enclosures of grassland with boundaries being a mixture of drystone walling, post and wire fencing There is an Entry Level Scheme and a Higher Level Scheme and hedges. The land can be accessed via a right of way in place covering the full areas of the three lots and Lot 1 - Approximately 575.25 acres (232.80 ha) of moorland from Twitchill Farm (marked B on the sale plan) or an additional areas of land farmed by the current tenant. Situation and woodland access currently with a restricted width (which could be These agreements commenced on 1st May 2013 and are improved) at Edge Farm. due to run until 30th April 2023. There is a break clause at The property is located directly to the north east of the A rare opportunity to purchase a moor within the Peak A stone field barn sits on the western boundary of Lot 2. the five year point of 1st May 2018 by serving a month's village of Hope and approximately 14 miles to the south District National Park. The main access is via Fullwood Stile The building is in a dilapidated state without a roof. The written notice. The schemes include options for grassland west of Sheffield. Much of the land sits in an elevated Lane with a capable four wheel drive vehicle (shown vendor has not made any enquiries regarding planning and moorland management and restoration. Further position, providing far reaching views within the Peak labelled A on the sale plan), there is secondary access via potential and potential purchasers should raise any such details are available from Fisher German. The purchaser(s) District National Park. a right of way from Highfield Head Farm, off Thornhill Lane enquiries directly with the local planning authority, the Peak of the lots will be required to take on the schemes where (labelled C on the sale plan) in dry ground conditions. District National Park Authority (telephone 01629 816200). required by Natural England in order avoid any penalty or Unmetalled tracks provide access across the moor. The Viewers are asked not to walk within close proximity of this loss to the vendor/tenant. The purchaser(s) will be required Description well-known landmark of Win Hill is included at the eastern building as the existing structure may not be stable - no to indemnify the outgoing tenant against any non- end of the property and, with a peak at 462 metres, structural survey has been carried out by the vendor. compliance which results in any penalty or reduction to The land is made up of approximately 558 acres of provides stunning views across the area and over their payment. moorland, 28.22 acres of grassland and 17.20 acres of . Lot 3 - Approximately 8.58 acres (3.47 ha) of woodland woodland in total. Lot 1 includes approximately 17.20 acres of woodland Lot 3 is comprised of a single block of woodland of mixed VAT including Top Plantation, Win Hill Plantation and further species and ages. Access is via a lane leading off Aston wooded areas at the south western corner of the property. Lane, or via a right of way over adjoining grassland owned Should any sale or any other part of the property or any by a third party, but is suitable for use only with dry ground right attached to it become a charitable supply for the conditions. This access leads to a track running along, and purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable by the forming part of, the western boundary of Lot 2 with access purchasers in addition to the contract price. rights to Lot 3 granted across it. Overall the property provides a very exciting opportunity to Tenant right and holdover purchase moorland, grassland and woodland with potential for a variety of agricultural and amenity uses, If appropriate, the purchasers shall be required to take and subject to any additional necessary consents, within the pay for any growing crops including seed, fertiliser, sprays Peak District National Park. and lime, plus tillage in accordance with the CAAV costings, in addition to the price offered, if applicable. Basic payment scheme Contractors’ rates will be charged where applicable. The valuation is to be made by valuers acting for the vendor and tenant, and valuers appointed by the purchasers. The land is registered on the rural land register and is eligible to receive entitlement payments from the basic

Lot 2 and 3 - Access via Edge Farm: From the village of Hope travel east along Station Road (A618) and after Lot 2 passing over the take the right hand turn onto Aston Lane. Take the third left hand turn and at the house at the top of the lane, Edge Farm, access can be found on the left hand side.

Lot 2 and 3 - Access via Twitchill Farm (only in dry ground conditions): From the village of Hope follow Road and after approximately 400 metres turn right onto Bowden Lane. Pass underneath the railway bridge and turn right then follow the drive round to the left. Follow the drive up the hill to Twitchill Farm. Pass between the house and the barn conversion and follow the drive to the right. Pass through two gateways (please ensure the gates are closed behind you) and an access gate leading to the track running between Lot 2 and Lot 3 can be found in the opposite field boundary. It is recommended that this route is accessed on foot only for the purposes of viewing. Lot 3 Viewings

By strict appointment through selling agents, Fisher German LLP. Telephone : 01530 410840 Email: [email protected]

Please note that this property belongs to a relative of the director at Caudwell & Co

Sporting rights and mineral rights Public rights of way, wayleaves

We understand that the sporting rights are included. and easements Lot 2 Mineral rights were excluded from a previous sale and are understood to be held by The Duchy of Lancaster. The moorland is crossed via a mixture of public footpaths, bridleways and permissive footpaths. A large proportion of the property is designated as Open Access land under Services the Countryside Rights of Way Act 2000 allowing public access on foot across the property. An overhead electricity supply crosses Lot 2. It is understood that this is Neither water nor electricity are connected to the in place with a wayleave agreement. The property is sold property. There are two spring fed troughs on the moor. subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure. Tenure and possession Local authority The majority of the property is let subject to a Farm Busi- ness Tenancy. There is provision within the agreement to Peak District National Park Authority. Telephone 01629 serve 12 months' notice to terminate the tenancy. The 816200 property is offered for sale by private treaty and is avail- able as a whole or in three lots. The freehold of the prop- erty is to be sold. Directions

Plans, schedules and boundaries Lot 1: From the village of Hope follow Edale Road north and after approximately a mile and a half turn right on The plans and schedules within these particulars are the left hand bend onto Fullwood Stile Lane. Follow the based on ordnance survey data and are provided for ref- lane until the public highway finishes at the gateway and erence only. They are believed to be correct but accura- continue onto the track leading northwards into the cy is not guaranteed. The purchasers shall be deemed to moorlands. Please note that this track is accessible only have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of by capable off-road vehicles and it is recommended that ownership. Neither the vendors nor the vendors' agents an initial inspection is made on foot to ensure that will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the own- vehicles are not damaged. The postcode S33 6TF will lead ership thereof. you to Fullwood Stile Lane. Lot 2 Lot 1

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