PARK STREAM, THE RIV E R T E S T , SO20 6PX PARK STREAM

Horsebridge, Hampshire First class double and single bank fishing on the renowned , downstream of Stockbridge.

For sale by private treaty Available as a whole or in two lots In total about 682 yards double bank and 189 yards single bank fishing

DESCRIPTION

A rare opportunity to acquire the fishing rights on Park Stream, an excellent fishing beat on the world renowned River Test.

Owned by the Houghton Club since 1901, the entirety of the beat compromises approximately 682 yards (624 metres) of double bank fishing and 189 yards (173 metres) of single right bank fishing. The double bank fishing is primarily fished from the right bank. In addition there is a single left bank fishing on the King’s Somborne Brook, extending to approximately 247 yards (225 metres).

The beat is notable for its tranquil setting being well away from roads. The beat is identified on the attached sale plan.

The former Stockbridge to railway line runs along the eastern boundary of the northern portion of the beat and is now a public footpath.

Parking for motor vehicles is close to the former railway bridge half way up the beat as marked by a “P” on the sale plan. Access to the river is also gained over the adjacent water meadows as marked by “A’s” on the sale plan. Further details are available on the website.

Lot 1: Upstream of the Railway Bridge (edged green on plan) Double bank fishing extending to about 338 yards (309 m) with access from the Horsebridge Road and parking close to the railway bridge

Lot 2: Horsebridge Mill to the Railway Bridge (edged red on plan) Compromising about 344 yards (315 m) double bank fishing and 189 yards (173 m) of single bank fishing and including 247 yards (225 m) of the King’s Somborne Brook.

Stockbridge 4 miles Winchester 10 miles Romsey 6.5 miles M27 10 miles A303/A34 13 miles

RURAL CONSULTANCY | SALES | LETTINGS | DE SIGN & PLANNING GENERAL REMARKS AND STIPULATIONS Viewings Method of Sale Strictly by appointment with BCM only. Please ensure you take care when viewing and walking adjacent to the watercourse as it The property is offered for sale by private treaty. can be hazardous. Your safety is your responsibility. Public Rights of Way Bespoke Website There are no public rights of way across the land. The public footpath runs along BCM are hosting a private bespoke property website for Park Stream which includes full the former railway line and crosses Park Stream over a bridge. sale information. Interested parties should contact BCM for access. Environmental Designations Directions The River Test is designated as a riverine Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). From Stockbridge head south on the A3057 to Romsey. As you leave King’s Somborne, turn Tenure right signposted Horsebridge. At the triangle turn right, signposted Houghton and past the The fishing is sold freehold profit a prendre in gross of fishing with exclusive possession. John O’Gaunt public house. Take the next entrance on the right into Horsebridge Mill and Please note the left bank between the points “W” and “X” is subject to a lifetime lease in park on the left hand side. favour of a third party. From Romsey head north on the A3057 towards Stockbridge. After about 6 miles take a VAT left turning, signposted Horsebridge. Continue into the hamlet and turn left at the triangle and follow as above. VAT will be chargeable at the standard rate on the purchase price. Purchasers should make their own enquiries. Post Code

Local Authority SO20 6PX

Test Valley Borough Council t 01264 368 000 w testvalley.gov.uk Contact

Plans and Areas Alastair Wilson, BCM, The Old Dairy, Sutton Scotney, Winchester SO21 3NZ. t 01962 763 900 e [email protected] These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been checked and computed by BCM and the Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied Solicitors themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or mis-statement shall not Mrs Helen Lello, Wilsons, Alexandra House, St Johns Street, Salisbury SP1 2SB. annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof. t 01722 412 412 e [email protected]

NB Photographs taken October 2016. These particulars are as at 12th April 2017. Please check with BCM or the bespoke website for the most up to date version.

IMPORTANT NOTICE BCM for themselves and the Vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that: i) These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract, and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. ii) Purchasers must rely on their own enquiries by inspections or otherwise on all matters including planning or other consents. iii) The information in these particulars is given without responsibility on the part of BCM or their clients. Neither BCM nor their employees have any authority to make or give any representations or warranties whatever in relation to this property. iv) Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are given as a guide only and are not precise. Photographs are not necessarily comprehensive nor current; no assumption should be made that any contents shown are included in the sale nor with regards to parts of the property which have not been photographed. v) Nothing in these particulars should be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or that any services or equipment are in good working order – nor have BCM tested them.

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