FOR SALE EASTER WOODLANDS , , RURAL SURVEYORS & CONSULTANTS EH55 8PR

Offices across and Northern England www.drrural.co.uk Situation Set just outside West Calder with easy access to the A71 and M8. The property is shown on the location and sale plans and can be found Easter Breich Woodlands on OS Landranger Sheet Number 29, Grid Reference: NT 015 657. Directions From the A71 in the centre of West Calder, head northwards on the For users of satellite navigation, please use postcode EH55 8PR. Please West Calder, West Lothian, B792/Cleuchbrae. Pass under the railway bridge, then take the first right note this is the nearest postcode for the southern entrance of the on Mossend. After 1.1 miles, turn left on B7015. The woodland’s southern property. EH55 8PR entrance is on the right after 0.3 miles, opposite a row of cottages. Description From the M8, take junction 3A onto the A779 south east and follow this The combined Lots extend to approximately 18.96 hectares (46.94 An exciting and unique opportunity to acquire nearly towards Livingston. At Toll Roundabout turn right onto A705 towards acres) of predominantly mixed broadleaved woodland with central Seafield. Continue through Seafield into Blackburn and turn left, blocks of Scots Pine and Larch, perfect for recreational use. 19 hectares (47 acres) of attractive amenity woodland heading south, onto the B792. After 1.4 miles turn left onto the B7015. Continue for 2 miles, passing Freeport Designer Outlet Village and Five The attractive woodland comprises young mixed broadleaved in a convenient Central Belt location, between West Sisters Business Park. The woodland’s southern entrance is on the left plantations that fringe the array of footpaths. The main hardcore Calder and Blackburn, to the south west of Livingston. opposite a row of cottages. path, a horse riding route, the Breich Water and the River Almond run Comprising predominantly mixed native broadleaved woodland with central blocks of pine and larch, Easter Breich Woodland perfect for recreational use or for those looking for an Scale: 1: 10,000 (A4) investment.

West Calder - 2 miles Livingston – 3 miles – 18 miles – 30 miles

• For the whole – approx. 18.96 hectares (46.94 acres) • Lot 1 - approx. 3.42 hectares (8.45 acres) • Lot 2 – approx. 13.20 hectares (32.62 acres) • Lot 3 – approx. 2.34 hectares (5.78 acres)

Selling Agents Davidson & Robertson Tel: 0131 449 6212 Riccarton Mains Email: [email protected] Currie Web: www.drrural.co.uk Easter Breich Lots Edinburgh Lot 1 - 3.42 ha (8.45 acres) EH14 4AR Lot 2 - 13.20 ha (32.62 acres) Lot 3 - 2.34 ha (5.78 acres) Access

Offices across Scotland and Northern England through the parcel. Birch, oak and ash are help separate users. Many informal paths Lot 2 – 13.20 hectares (32.62 acres) frequent in the main broadleaved blocks. wind through the woodlands. The main This central Lot contains the blocks of Groups of woody shrubs along the main routes are designated Core Paths. The conifer; Scots Pine dappled with a few footpaths add to the users experience with parcel would be well suited for a local Larch to give autumnal colour and winter the interesting form of hazel and early individual or organisation interested in contrast. In addition to the Pine, native spring colour of blackthorn. The centre of native woodlands, enhancing biodiversity broadleaved trees with groups of woody the woodland comprises blocks of Scots and recreation, possibly with community shrubs along the paths provide interest Pine, with a few Larch, interplanted with involvement. all year round. Alongside the main blocks of mixed broadleaves. These could footpath and horse riding route, numerous be thinned to produce a saleable crop. For anyone interested in expanding informal paths have been formed to Broadleaved areas could be thinned to the woodlands, the surrounding fields explore the woodlands. There are mature promote natural regeneration to secure benefit from being Central Scotland trees by the river and along the external the succession of the woodland. Large Green Network (CSGN) Core and Outer boundary which add to the character of mature broadleaves are found along the Core zones, CSGN Preferred and Potential the woodland. This lot extends over the boundaries and watercourses. The Breich target areas and FGS Native Woodland River Almond to include broadleaves on Water, River Almond, tributaries, and Habitat Primary and Secondary zones for its northern bank. small loch all add to the biodiversity and woodland creation. character of the woodland. The reed beds Lot 3 – 2.34 hectares (5.78 acres) and meanderings and associated wetlands Lot 1 – 3.42 hectares (8.45 acres) The western Lot comprises native of the River Almond are of particular value. This Lot comprises the southern entrance, broadleaves, integrated open ground and the vehicle access for the site, mixed native the southern bank of the River Almond. The site is easily accessible on foot from broadleaves, open water, reedbeds and Mature broadleaves along the boundary all sides. Hardcore paths run through the bank of the Breich Water. and by the river add character to this Lot. the site making it ideal for amenity activities such as walking and cycling and dedicated grass routes for horse riding

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Offers Local Authority Formal offers, in the acceptable Scottish form West Lothian Council should be submitted to the Selling Agent, along 7 Whitestone Place with the relevant money laundering paperwork in Whitehill Industrial Estate accordance with The Money Laundering, Terrorist Sporting Rights Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on Any sporting rights are included in the sale in so EH48 2HA the Payer) Regulations 2017. far as they are owned. 01508 280000 Exchange of Contracts & Completion Mineral Rights Scottish Forestry It is anticipated that exchange of contracts To the extent they are included within the Central Scotland Conservancy shall place within one month of an offer being Vendor’s title. Bothwell House accepted. The Buyer will be required to pay a 10% Hamilton Business Park deposit of the purchase price on exchange of Other rights Caird Park contracts. The deposit will be non-refundable in Full rights of access will be retained through all Hamilton the event the Buyer being unable to complete the lots in favour of the Seller’s retained land. ML3 0QA sale for any reasons not attributable to the Sellers 0300 067 6006 or their Agents. Completion will take place within In case of a lotted sale, access rights will be [email protected] three weeks of exchange of contracts. reserved in favour of the other lots as appropriate. Plans, Areas and Schedules Closing Dates Grants These are based on the Ordnance Survey and A closing date may be fixed so prospective buyers There are no current grants in place in respect of Title Deeds and are for reference only. They have should register any interest with the Selling Agent woodland management. There has been recent been carefully checked and computed by the so that they may be informed. This is on the basis grant funding in respect of the paths; further selling agents and the purchaser shall be deemed that the property has been sold previously. The information can be provided. to have satisfied himself as to the description Seller is not bound to accept the highest or any of the property and any error or mis-statement offer. Footpaths shall not annul the sale nor entitle either party to The surface paths are classed as Core Paths. compensation in respect thereof. Method of sale The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty. Access Viewing It is intended to offer the property for sale as a Vehicle access is taken from the southern Viewing is possible at any time during daylight whole, but the Seller reserves the right to divide entrance. Access rights are to be provided to hours so long as potential purchasers hold a copy the property into further lots, or to withdraw the each Lot if these are sold separately, as far as the of these sale particulars and notify the Selling property, exclude any property shown in these Vendor can provide these. The Vendor will reserve Agents prior to viewing. For your own personal particulars or to generally amend the particulars. a full right of access to their retained land – please safety, please be aware of any potential hazards contact the Selling Agents for further information. when viewing. Please note with current COVID 19 Third Party Rights and Servitudes restrictions inspections should be limited where The subjects are sold together with and subject Solicitors possible and all relevant government compliance to all existing rights of way, easements, wayleaves Sheonagh Richards should be adhered too. and others whether contained in the Title Deeds Anderson Strathern or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to 1 Rutland Court Date of Entry have satisfied themselves in all respects thereof. Edinburgh By mutual agreement. EH3 8EY 0131 270 7700 Important Notes

Development Clawback The sale of Easter Breich woodlands will be subject to a development clawback of 50% for a period of 25 years for any future development.

PARTICULARS AND MISREPRESENTATION – These particulars are produced for the guidance of prospective purchasers and although they are intended to give a fair description of the property they do not constitute or form any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Any measurements or distances referred to should be considered as approximate. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by intending purchasers in inspecting a property that has been sold or withdrawn.