Cheffins has launched 307.14 acres of attractive and productive Grade 2 arable land at New House Lane, Ashdon, near Saffron Walden in Essex.
The ring-fenced block of productive arable land is capable of producing high yields of combinable crops and is situated either side of New House Lane, with road access to many of the parcels. The land is of the Hanslope soil series and is in arable cultivation on a rotation of cereals and sugar beet. Land drainage has been installed where necessary, and there is a water storage tank connected to an underground water supply.
The land also has opportunities for environmental enhancement, with a combination of small farm ponds, woodland spinneys and mature hedgerows. There is also a small area of woodland, which is registered as an Essex County Wildlife Site and as Ancient Woodland.
Simon Gooderham, Joint Managing Partner, Cheffins, says: “The land is being sold on behalf of a local farmer who is looking to consolidate his land ownership. As well as being an attractive parcel of productive land, the environmental credentials of the block will also make it attractive for those looking to make the most of environmentally led grant funding options, or even carbon offsetting on a larger scale. All in all, this is a great opportunity for other local farmers, agribusinesses, or investors to acquire a good sized block of arable land. The land market has been characterised by a severe lack of stock over the past few years, with average prices now reaching circa £10,500 - £11,000 per acre. While stock levels have been down, demand has increased from farming buyers buoyed by rollover money, investors looking for a profit-driven asset which will also see significant capital growth and also environmental purchasers and developers.”
The land is currently in a mid-tier Countryside Stewardship agreement and is offered freehold with vacant possession.
Ashdon is in a quiet corner of Northwest Essex, approximately 3.5 miles east of the thriving market town of Saffron Walden and 16 miles south of Cambridge.
The land has a guide price of £3.1 million.
For further information, contact the Cheffins Rural Professionals Department on 01223 213777 - camb.agric@cheffins.co.uk