Land Off Hawcroft Lane, Cotherstone, Barnard Castle, Durham, DL12 9PQ.

Available as a whole, the parcel of grassland extends to 2.55 Hectares (6.31 Acres). The land offers a rare opportunity to acquire a parcel of land which offers grass, some woodland and also nature ponds known as ‘Kennedy’s Pond’ a picturesque wildlife haven, which can be enjoyed by the family. The land is ideal for those who wish to graze livestock, have an equestrian interest or those who would like to have a small parcel of local countryside to enjoy.

Access

The land has a retained access which is marked in yellow on the attached plan, alternatively, access can be granted via a public footpath which leads from Hawcroft Lane and passes the Quaker meeting house. Access may be possible via Demesne Lane, however, any buyer would need to perform their own due diligence post sale regarding this.

Basic Payment Scheme

The land is not a large enough parcel to be claimed on in isolation and no Basic Payment Entitlements or other grants and subsides are included within the sale.

Mines and Mineral Rights

It is understood that the mines and mineral rights are excluded from the sale.

Public Rights of Way

A public footpath runs through the land from Hawcroft Lane, passing the Quaker meeting house and also along the edge of the line via Demesne Lane.

Tenure & Possession

The land is sold freehold with vacant possession upon completion.

Notes

1. Situated next to Kennedy’s Pond there is a gravesite, rights to mourn with foot access will be retained within the sale, alongside a clause which allows for a further burial in the future, along with a small gravestone.

2. There is a Northumbrian water pipe on the land, which has an easement allowing access to repair and maintenance. There is also a water meter which services a neighbouring property which again has an easement for access.

3. Access to the land is, via either a retained track or via the public footpath. Driving to the land via the access marked in yellow is permitted within the deeds, post sale.

4. The land is in a conservation area.

5. There is a natural water supply to the land.

6. A portion of the land is unfenced, the purchaser will be responsible for the erection of a fence post sale.

7. The land cannot be utilised for development and the vendor intends to add a restrictive covenant to the deeds to prevent this.

Local Authority

Durham County Council, not banded for council tax.

Utilities

Broadband is not currently connected. Mobile coverage is available, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability.

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Viewings

Viewings are during daylight hours with particulars in hand on foot via the public footpath access. Viewers are advised to register with the agent in order to be kept informed as to how the sale will be concluded.

Important Notice

Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but they are for general guidance only and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance  professional verification should be sought.  All dimensions/boundaries are approximate. The mention of fixtures, fittings &/or appliances does not imply they are in full efficient working order.  Photographs are provided for general information and you may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website. These particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.