Fulford Hall Farm, Fulford Hall Lane, Earlswood, Solihull, West Midlands

Fulford Hall Farm occupies a prime rural location on the edge of the suburban districts of Solihull and Wythall, Warwickshire about 2 miles from the M42 (Junction 3) with good access to central Birmingham. The farm, whilst intersected by a Class 3 County road, lies virtually within a ring fence.

Fulford Hall Farm comprises a traditional Warwickshire substantial three storey farmhouse of brick, timber and tile, with recently mainly refurbished windows and maintained in good condition by the farm Tenant, Mr LN Hay and his family, including a two bedroom flat conversion which with Landlord’s consent is available for him to sublet under an Approved Shorthold Tenancy Agreement from time to time. There are a range of traditional former dairy and poultry buildings and yards, a modernised two bedroom detached cottage, and about 142.95 acres of pasture, arable and woodland. The whole farm, excluding some woodland, is let to the Tenant, Mr LN Hay, being the first successor to his late father, by an Agreement dated the 20

th September 1985.

The accommodation in more detail as follows:

Situated at the main approach to Fulford Hall Farm, down a private drive, this substantial property has the benefit of centrally heated accommodation installed by the Tenant. The accommodation, in brief, comprises:

Cellarage

Two no cellars

Ground floor

Entrance hall; lounge with fire place; fitted kitchen/dining room; bathroom and utility room; stairs and landing to the first floor

First floor

Bedroom 1 with fireplace and ensuite bathroom;

bedroom 2 and dressing room/bedroom 3; stairs leading to two attic rooms (one refurbished, one not – may provide further bedroom accommodation)

Within the property on the ground and first floor is a flat conversion, carried out by the Tenant, with the accommodation comprising:

Ground floor

Separate side porch entrance; breakfast/kitchen; store; lounge; stairs to the first floor

First floor

Two bedrooms; bathroom

Outside

Garden lawn to the front, partially enclosed with brick wall surround, side garden and outhouse.

Situation

The Farmhouse

The Annexe

Fulford Hall Farm

Fulford Lane

Earlswood

Solihull

West Midlands B94 5LU

Summary of features

142.95 acres / 57.85 hectares tenanted mixed farm

Let subject to an Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 Tenancy

Substantial traditional Warwickshire five bedroom farmhouse including service flat

Traditional two bedroom brick built farm cottage

Range of traditional brick built farm buildings

Arable and pasture land

Woodland

A valuable investment farm for sale as a

whole by formal tender

Guide price in excess of £795,000.00

A substantial, detached, brick and tile modernised farm cottage occupied by one of the Tenant’s sons. The accommodation briefly comprises front entrance; lounge; breakfast/kitchen; bathroom; two bedrooms and garden with outside car parking area.

Farm buildings lie to the rear of Fulford Hall farmhouse arranged around a traditional concreted open yard comprise a range of mainly brick, timber, tile or steel roofed traditional buildings including:

1. Three loose boxes and garage

2. Former dairy parlour collecting yard

3. Main barn, used as Tenant’s grain store and lean-tos, all arranged in an “L” shape

The agricultural land included in the tenancy (identified on the attached RLR map) extends to approximately 142.95 acres / 57.85 ha or thereabouts and is principally farmed in a traditional livestock and arable rotation by the Tenant and is in good heart and condition. It is severed by a Class 3 county road but is essentially within a ring fence, bounded on the western edge by a railway and the River Cole, interspersed with coppice and oak woodland and pits, the main land is level and workable, in good sized enclosures, well fenced and has a quantity of standing hedgerow, oak and other timber. The land is registered by the Tenant for Basic Farm Payment and the Tenant holds the Entitlements.

Farmhouse – mains water, electric, telephone, 2 no. oil central heating boilers, private drainage system.

Farm buildings – mains water, electric 3 phase, part well water private supply.

Cottage – mains electric and water, private drainage.

The Tenant has, over the years, carried out a substantial number of fixtures, fittings and improvements to the property - the Landlord essentially owning the main fabric and the land. A copy of the Agricultural Tenancy Agreement and Schedule of Agreed Tenant’s Fixtures and Fittings is available for inspection at the auctioneers and sole selling agents’ offices.

Tenure

The freehold of the farm is offered for sale as a whole, subject to the Agricultural Holdings Act Tenancy Agreement dated the 20th September 1985.

Tenancy

The farm is let on a model repairs clause Tenancy Agreement and the Landlord insures the main structure. The current rent of £11,000.00 per annum from the 29th September 2008 is subject to a Rent Review Notice to take effect from the 29th September 2015. Negotiations on the review have yet to be finalised.

Energy Performance Certificate

Fulford Hall farmhouse – EPC - G

Fulford Hall farm annexe – EPC - G

Fulford Hall cottage – EPC - F

The Farm Cottage

Farm Buildings

The Land Services

Tenant’s Fixtures and Improvements

General Remarks and Stipulations

Basic Farm Payment Scheme and Environmental Stewardship

The land is registered for payments through the Basic Farm Payment Scheme and the Tenant claims the entitlements.

Soils

The MAFF land classification identifies the majority of the land as being Grade 3.

Town and Country Planning

The land is currently zoned agricultural. It lies within Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council and any enquiries on planning issues and development opportunities for the farm and land should be addressed to Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council, Council House, Manor Square, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 3QB (Telephone: 0121 704 8008 / Email: connectcc@solihull.gov.uk)

Sporting

Sporting rights are reserved to the Landlord.

Minerals

Mineral rights are reserved to the Landlord and as such they are owned and included in the sale of the freehold. Previous surveys have indicated quantities of gravel and sand. No applications for extraction have been made by the Landlord.

Plans, Areas and Schedules

These are based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been checked and computed by the Vendor’s agents and the Purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or misstatement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.

Wayleaves, Easements and Rights of Way

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights, including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support drainage, water and electricity supplies and any other rights and obligations, easements and proposed wayleaves for

masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and any other pipes whether referred to in the Conditions of Sale or not.

Method of Sale

Fulford Hall Farm is offered for sale as a whole by formal tender as an agricultural investment, either with or without an overage clause for any development on any part of the farm other than agricultural or forestry at 25% of any uplift in value for 25 years. Interested parties may tender on either or both bases. (Tender documents will be available from the selling agents or Solicitors on application.)

Viewing

The farm will be available for inspection by prior appointment only with Sunderlands and Thompsons LLP, sole selling agents and auctioneers, telephone 01432 356161. Note the farmhouse, flat and cottage internally may only be inspected by prior appointment on Thursdays 13th, 20th or 27th August between the hours of 10.00 am and 4.00 pm. Please contact us for an appointment.

Directions

From the M42 junction 3 take the road signpost for Earlswood Nurseries, proceed down Forshaw Lane and past Earlswood Nurseries on your right, over the railway line and then turn left into Fulford Hall Lane. Fulford Hall farm is a short distance down a private drive (see sale board) and referred to on the identification plan.

Importance Notice

Sunderlands and Thompsons and their clients give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Sunderlands and Thompsons LLP have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

3. The reference to any mechanical or electrical equipment or other facilities at the property shall not constitute a representation (unless otherwise stated) as to its state or condition or that it is capable of fulfilling its intended function, and prospective Purchasers/Tenants should satisfy themselves to the fitness of such equipment for their requirements.

4. The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice

Particulars produced July 2015 and photographs taken June/July 2015.

Ref: DAT/5060

Fulford Hall Farm Schedule (as prepared by the RPA)

Sheet ID Parcel ID Nature Total Area (ha)

SPS Recorded Eligible Area

SP0974 6081 Arable 3.14 3.14

SP0974 7579 Pasture 1.34 1.34

SP0974 4392 Arable 4.15 4.15

SP0975 5208 Arable 3.90 3.90

SP0975 7412 Pasture 1.23 1.22

SP0975 8310 Pasture 0.33 0.33

SP0975 8518 Pasture 0.86 0.86

SP0975 7124 Pasture 1.22 1.19

SP0975 8336 Arable 5.40 5.40

SP0975 5953 Arable 5.22 5.22

SP0975 5231 Arable 6.22 6.22

SP0975 3310 Arable 4.10 4.10

SP1074 0790 Arable 3.99 3.99

SP0974 9798 Arable 3.47 3.47

SP1075 0710 Arable 4.14 4.14

SP1075 1220 Arable 5.38 5.38

Sub total 54.09 ha 54.05 ha

SP0975 3806 Pit 0.35

SP0975 6245 Pond 0.19

SP0975 6342 Pit/Ponds 0.75

SP0975 7516 House & Buidlings

0.67

SP0974 7471 Woodland 0.87

SP0975 9104 Farm cottage 0.93

Total

57.85 ha / 142.95 acres or thereabouts

Viewing by appointment through Sunderlands & Thompsons

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None of these statements contained in these particulars are to be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. These particulars are not an offer or contract or part of one. Floor plans are provided for guidance as to the layout of the property only. Room sizes and measurements are approximate only. Please note we have not tested the equipment, appliances and services in the property and interested parties are advised to commission appropriate investigation before formulating their offer for purchase. Sunderlands and Thompsons are a member of the ‘Ombudsman for Estate Agents Scheme’ OEA and therefore adhere to their Code of Practise. A copy of the Code of Practise is available on request.

Fulford Hall Farm