Land Sold in Ledbury, HR8
| Reference | 25568 |
| Address |
The Cider Barn, Lyne Down, Much Marcle, Ledbury, Herefordshire (Map Location) |
| Beds | 0 |
| Baths | 0 |
| Type | Land |
| Tenure | Freehold |
Approximately 18 acres of prime organic pasture land and large barn situated in the heart of cider country near Much Marcle in Herefordshire.
Description
Approximately 18 acres of prime organic pasture land and large barn situated in the heart of cider country near Much Marcle in Herefordshire.
With approximately 400 metres of road frontage this parcel of organic pasture land is easily accessible from the A449 road between Ledbury and Ross on Wye. The land is certified with full organic status and the 120 or so cider apple trees have been producing a variety of high quality cider apples for over ten years. There are over 20 different types of cider apple tree that have produced award winning ciders. The 16m by 8m barn was used as a cider production and storage facility until about a year ago. It was built in 2007 and is of steel frame construction with insulated steel cladding, tiled roof and timber external cladding. With a suitable planning application the barn could also be used as a live/work or holiday accommodation. The barn currently has electricity and water supplies and has permission for WC and washing facilities but still requires a septic tank. A stone driveway and parking area is laid connecting the farm gate to the barn. The views from the top field are stunning and you can see the three counties including the Malvern Hills, The cotswold ridge and May hill.
A local farmer currently grazes the land with organic cows and sheep and cuts the hay. The income from the sale of the hay is approximately £850 per year.
With the benefit of improved planning consent the barn could be converted to a limited residential use as a live /work business or potentially holiday accommodation. The future owner would have to take this up with the local planning authorities.
Offers are invited in excess of £200,000 for the freehold.