land at dales and sunnybank

LAND AT DALES AND SUNNYBANK
BY INVERKEITHING, FIFE
Lot 1
LAND AT DALES AND SUNNYBANK
BY INVERKEITHING
FIFE
Inverkeithing 0.5 miles
Edinburgh 19 miles
Dunfermline 4 miles
A productive and well located block of Grade 2 and 3 arable land.
• Highly productive south facing arable land.
• Land with longer term development potential (subject to necessary
consents).
• Situated in an accessible location close to Inverkeithing.
• Excellent links to M90 and other major road networks.
Lot 2
About 61.05 Ha (150.85 Acres)
For Sale as a Whole or in 6 lots.
CKD Galbraith
National Farm Sales Centre
Suite C
Stirling Agricultural Centre
Stirling
FK9 4RN
Tel: 01786 434600
Fax: 01786 450014
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ckdgalbraith.co.uk
Lot 1
GENERAL
The Land at Dales and Sunnybank lies to the north of the
town of Inverkeithing adjacent to the M90 just to the east of
Dunfermline. The land is within easy commuting distance of
Edinburgh via the M90 or Inverkeithing train station and park
and ride, with the M90 and M9 providing further links to the
North and Glasgow beyond. Edinburgh Airport is within a 20
minute drive to the south.
DESCRIPTION
The Land at Dales and Sunnybank extends to approximately
61.05 Ha (150.85 Acres) in total and is scheduled as being
principally Grade 2 and 3 by the James Hutton Institute for
Land Use and Soil Research. The land is of southerly aspect
rising from 10m above sea level at its lowest point to the south
of the holding to 65m at the highest point to the north east of
the subjects.
The arable land has been continuously cropped for cereals
but has successfully grown oilseed rape and potatoes in
recent seasons and is capable of growing fruit and vegetable
crops. The lots can all can be accessed directly from the B981
leading north from Inverkeithing towards Crossgates or via
Masterton Road which leads west over the M90.
Lot 2
LOT 1: ABOUT 30.52 HA (75.41 ACRES)
The land in Lot 1 is situated to the west of the holding and is
split into three large arable fields. The field to the south of
the lot is principally classified as being Grade 2 by the James
Hutton Institute for Land Use and Soil Research with the south
facing fields to the north being Grade 3.2. Access is provided
directly from Masterton Road and a private track which leads
west from Masterton Road.
LOT 2: ABOUT 27.14 HA (67.06 ACRES)
The land in Lot 2 is split into 3 enclosures with the majority
of arable ground to the south of the B981 being principally
classified Grade 2 with the remainder being classed as 3.1.
The land extends to 27.14 Ha (67.06 Acres) in total and is
accessed directly off the B981 public road or via private track
marked A-B on the sale plan.
LOT 3: ABOUT 1.36 HA (3.36 ACRES)
The land in Lot 3 extends to approximately 1.36 Ha (3.36 Acres)
and is currently down to fallow with a small area of woodland
along the western boundary. The land has previously grown
cereal crops and would be suitable for amenity and leisure
purposes subject to necessary consents. The land is situated
on the corner where Masterton Road meets the B981 with
access provided directly from Masterton Road.
LOT 4: ABOUT 1.14 HA (2.82 ACRES)
Lot 4 extends to approximately 1.14 Ha (2.82 Acres) of fallow
ground but has grown cereal crops in previous seasons. The
land is situated on the B981 and access is provided directly
from the public road.
LOT 5: ABOUT 0.43 HA (1.06 ACRES)
Lot 5 extends to approximately 0.43 Ha (1.06 Acres) of pasture
situated to the south of the subjects and is accessed directly
from the B981.
Lot 1
LOT 6: ABOUT 0.46 HA (1.14 ACRES)
Lot 6 extends to approximately 0.46 Ha (1.14 Acres) of land
currently down to fallow situated to the north of the subjects,
OFFICES ACROSS SCOTLAND
and to the west of the M90. The land is access directly from
Masterton Road which crosses north over the M90. The land
may present longer term development potential for alternative
uses, subject to necessary consents.
DEVELOPMENT CLAWBACK
The missives of sale for Lots 3,4,5 and 6 will be subject to
the purchaser(s) granting a Standard Security in favour of the
Sellers to claw back 50% of the uplift in value, in the event of
planning permission being granted for development for any
purpose other than agricultural over any part of land being
obtained subsequent to date of entry for a period of 20 years.
SOLICITORS
Ledingham Chalmers LLP
Suite B1, Stirling Agricultural Centre, Stirling, FK9 4RN
Tel: 01786 478100
Email: [email protected]
DIRECTIONS
From Edinburgh: take the A90 north before leaving the A90/
M90 at “Admiralty Junction 1”. At the roundabout take the 3rd
exit on to the A921 signposted for Inverkeithing. Follow this
road for approximately ½ a mile staying in the left hand lane
before taking the 1st exit at the second roundabout signed
for Crossgates/Cowdenbeath/B981. Continue north on this
road for a further 1/2 a mile crossing over the railway line, and
the land is located either side of the public road with further
access to the land to the north west via Masterton road which
is located on the left beyond Lot 5.
POSTCODE KY11 7ET
ENTRY
Entry to the Land at Dales and Sunnybank will be by mutual
agreement.
Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) 2015
If required, the Seller will enter discussions with the Purchaser
to transfer the right to receive Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)
Entitlements or, if applicable, ensure a 2015 Single Application
Form is submitted to enable Basic Payment Scheme
Entitlements to be established. Further details are available
from the Selling Agents.
Any payments relating to the 2015 scheme year will, if
appropriate, be retained by the Seller. If applicable, the
purchaser(s) will be responsible upon occupation of the
subjects of sale to comply fully with the Statutory Management
requirements to maintain the farmland in Good Agricultural
and Environmental Condition (GAEC) as laid down under the
Cross Compliance rules of the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)
2015 for the rest of the scheme year.
IACS
All of the land is registered for IACS purposes. The farm code
is 399/0007
LOCAL AUTHORITY
Fife Council, New City House, 1 Edgar Street, Dunfermline,
KY12 7EP
Tel: 03451 550000
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.fife.gov.uk
the seller such a sum as selling agents shall certify on account
at the valuation pending agreement. Should the payment not
be made within seven days then the interest will become
payable on outstanding monies at 8% over Bank of Scotland
borrowing rate.
DEPOSIT
A deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid within
seven days of completion of Missives. Deposit will be nonrefundable in the event of the purchaser failing to complete
for reasons not attributable to the Seller or their Agents.
Lot 3
Lot 4
VIEWING
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment and only through
the Selling Agents.
HEALTH & SAFETY
The property is an agricultural holding and appropriate caution
should be exercised at all times during inspection.
Lot 5
AFRC – RPID
Strathearn House, Broxden Business Park, Lamberkine Drive,
Perth, PH1 1RX
Tel: 01738 602000
Fax: 01738 602001
LAND MANAGEMENT OPTIONS
There are no Land Management Options currently in place on
the land.
SPORTING RIGHTS
Insofar as these rights form part of the property title they are
included with the sale.
TIMBER
All fallen and standing timber is included in the sale insofar as
they are owned.
MINERALS
The mineral rights are included in the sale insofar as they are
owned by the Seller.
Lot 6
MORTGAGE FINANCE
CKD Galbraith are approved Agents for the Agricultural
Mortgage Corporation (AMC) and we can assist you in securing
finance loans for a variety of farming purposes including
the purchase of land and property, restructuring debt, and
to provide working capital for diversification, improving or
erecting farm buildings. For further details and to discuss
any proposals in confidence please contact Robert Taylor on
0800 389 9448. Email: [email protected]
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. These particulars are intended to give a fair and overall description of
the property. If any points are relevant to your interest, please ask for
further information, prior to viewing. Prospective purchasers are advised
to seek their own professional advice.
2. Areas, measurements and distances are given as a guide.
Photographs depict only certain parts of the property. Nothing within the
particulars shall be deemed to be a statement as to the structural
condition, nor the working order of services and appliances.
3. These particulars shall not be binding on our clients whether acted on
or otherwise, unless the same is incorporated within a written document,
signed by our clients or on their behalf, satisfying the requirements of
Section 3 of The Requirements of Writing (Scotland) Act 1995.
4. Closing Date
A closing date may be fixed. Prospective purchasers who have notified
their interest through lawyers to CKD Galbraith, in writing, will be advised
of a closing date, unless the property has been sold previously.
The Seller will not be obliged to accept the highest, or indeed any offer
and has the right to accept an offer at any time or withdraw the property
from the market. The Seller will not be liable for any costs incurred by
interested parties.
5. Offers
Formal offers in the acceptable Scottish form should be submitted,
through a Scottish Lawyer, to CKD Galbraith LLP, Suite C1, Stirling
Agricultural Centre, Stirling FK9 4RN. Tel: 01786 434600 Fax: 01786
450014 Email: [email protected]
6. Third Party Rights and Servitudes
The subjects are sold together with and subject to all existing rights of
way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether contained in the Title
Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will be deemed to have satisfied
themselves in all respects thereof.
7. Photographs taken June 2015.
8. Particulars prepared June 2015.
contained in the Title Deeds or otherwise, and purchasers will
be deemed to have satisfied themselves in all respects thereof.
HISTORICAL DESIGNATIONS
There is an Ancient Monument known as Middlebank House
located within enclosure 3 of Lot 1. Further details are available
from the Selling Agents.
INGOING VALUATION
The purchaser(s) of the Land at Dales and Sunnybank shall,
in addition to the purchase price, be obliged to take over and
pay for, at a valuation to be agreed by a mutually appointed
valuer(s), with respect to the following:
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1. All cultivations and growing crops on a seeds, labour,
lime, fertiliser, sprays and machinery basis with an increment
representing the enhanced value of the establishment and age
of such crops.
2. All hay, straw, fodder, roots, silage and farmyard manure and
other produce at market value.
3. All oils, fuel, fertilisers, sprays, chemicals, seeds, and
sundries at cost.
THIRD PARTY RIGHTS AND SERVITUDES
There is a high pressure gas pipeline and high voltage pylon
line crossing over the subjects.
There will be no ingoing valuation once the current crop has
been removed.
The subjects are sold together with, and subject to, all existing
rights of way, servitudes, wayleaves and others whether
Note: If the amount of the valuations has not been agreed on
the date fixed for completion, then the purchaser shall pay to
Ordnance Survey © Crown Copyright 2015. All rights reserved. Licence number 100022432. Plotted Scale - 1:50000
Land at Dales Farm and Sunnybank
2015
Field No
2014
2013
2012
2011
BPS Region
Ha
Acres
Crop
Ha
Acres
Crop
Crop
Crop
Crop
1
3.85
9.51
SB
3.71
9.17
SB
WW
WW
SB
PC
0.14
0.35
SB
15.72
38.84
SB
SB
SB
SB
PC
0.55
1.36
Misc
0.28
0.69
WB
9.05
22.36
SB
SB
SB
WW
FALW
0.75
1.85
SB
6.40
15.81
SB
SB
SB
SB
Misc
0.28
0.69
Lot 1
1
2
3
1
1
16.55
9.80
40.90
24.22
Misc
0.32
0.79
Total
30.52
75.41
6.68
16.51
RYB
Lot 2
4
1
5
1
10.95
27.06
WW
11.13
27.50
SB
WW
SB
SB
6
1
9.51
23.50
SB
8.57
21.18
SB
SB
WW
SB
RGR
0.85
2.10
FALW
0.09
0.22
FALW
1.03
2.55
SB
WW
SB
SB
WAF
0.20
0.49
EXCL
0.14
0.35
Total
27.14
67.06
1.36
3.36
Lot 3
7
1
Lot 4
8
1
1.14
2.82
FALW
1.14
2.82
SB
WW
SB
SB
1
0.43
1.06
PGRS
0.43
1.06
PGRS
FALW
FALW
FALW
1
0.46
1.14
PGRS
0.46
1.14
FALW
FALW
FALW
FALW
61.05
150.85
Lot 5
9
Lot 6
10
Total