Productive arable land in Yorkshire can be hard to come by, but
buyers are currently spoilt for choice, with two new farms on the
market.
Deighton Grange Farm, near Northallerton, is an outstanding
commercial mixed arable farm in North Yorkshire. With 311 acres of
prime arable land and 21 acres of woodland, it is expected to
attract considerable interest, says agent Andrew Dickins of
Robin Jessop.
"Deighton Grange is a highly desirable and very productive farm
situated in this renowned farming area between Northallerton and
Darlington. It is a truly wonderful farm - I have always admired it
as I've passed - and I've never seen a set of farm buildings like
it."
The traditional four-bedroom farmhouse has been sympathetically
modernised, and has "absolutely stunning" views across the hills,
he says. It stands in a secluded position with established gardens,
garaging and parking, and comes with an extensive range of modern
and traditional farm buildings totalling about 54,000sq ft.
The farmstead is centrally located within the ring-fenced land,
with good internal access tracks. The soil ranges from sandy to a
medium clay loam, and is classified as Grade 3. "It has been well
farmed and is in good heart, as evidenced by the current crops of
winter wheat, winter barley and winter oilseed rape."
The farm buildings include a number of general purpose sheds,
livestock buildings, grain stores and a grain drier. Although very
private, the farm is just five miles from Northallerton, offering
purchasers the best of both worlds, says Mr Dickins. "It will
appeal to farmers seeking to relocate, or perhaps local farmers
wanting to buy an extra holding for their son to take on." It is
guided at £2.75-£3.25m.
Meanwhile, Savills has
just launched a small arable farm in the centre of Yorkshire's
"golden triangle", with two houses and 85 acres of land. Park Hill
Farm, just one mile from Wetherby, has tremendous potential to
create a small country estate, says agent Andrew Black. "It is in
the most desirable location in Yorkshire, with undulating land and
south facing views. It's a fabulously beautiful bit of countryside,
and it could appeal to a variety of buyers."
The four-bedroom farmhouse is in need of modernisation, and
could be extended to create an impressive family home set in
extensive mature gardens and parkland. In addition, the farm has a
two-bed bungalow, which has been modernised. It is currently let on
an Assured Shorthold Tenancy, but could also be used for family or
staff accommodation.
Although subject to an
Agricultural Occupancy Condition, the property could lend
itself to equestrian use, says Mr Black. The Grade 2 land comprises
well-drained loamy soil, and is currently under arable production.
"There are limited opportunities to buy agricultural land in this
part of the world, and we've already have a lot of interest from
prospective purchasers." Park Hill Farm is on the market for
£1.5m.
Further north, in County Durham,
George F White has a
small farm to let in Ingleton, offering the perfect choice for
those seeking to get on to the farming ladder. West End Farm
includes a four-bedroom farmhouse, a range of farm buildings and 46
acres of pasture. "For those people who have always dreamt of being
a farmer but couldn't afford to purchase a farm, this is the
perfect the answer," says the firm's Carolyn Milburn.
"As it is unusual for a tenancy of this type to come on to the
market, interest is expected to be high." The tenancy is available
on a term of three to five years as a whole or in two lots. Tenders
must be submitted by 2 December 2009.