Pudleston, Leominster, Herefordshire

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Whyle Farm is situated in a quiet and secluded setting and yet is not in the back of beyond. The market towns of Tenbury Wells and Leominster and Ludlow are within close distance, and Hereford and Worcester in commuting distance. It comprises a comfortable and modern barn conversion with useful set of farm buildings and some 133.40 acres or thereabouts of farmland within a ring fence. It is well served by public highway and only comes to the market following the somewhat untimely death of the late David John Maund who farmed Whyle Farm, and his family before him, for many years.

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Pudleston is a picturesque village in northern Herefordshire, approximately 4 miles east of Leominster and 14 miles south of Ludlow. The village is renowned for its tranquil rural setting, featuring rolling farmland, hedgerows, and charming stone cottages. A central landmark is the Grade II* listed Church of St Peter, dating back to the 12th century, celebrated for its Norman architecture and stained-glass windows designed by Pugin and Hardman. The village offers a network of waymarked paths, making it an ideal destination for walking enthusiasts seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.

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Leominster is a historic market town in Herefordshire, located adjoining the A49 trunk road and at the meeting point of the River Lugg and River Kenwater. With origins dating back to the 7th century, it features rich heritage landmarks such as the impressive Leominster Priory and a variety of medieval and Tudor buildings. The town is well known for its antique shops, independent retailers, and regular markets that celebrate local produce and crafts. Surrounded by scenic countryside, Leominster offers excellent walking and cycling opportunities. Its blend of historic charm, rural beauty, and a welcoming community makes it a vibrant hub in the heart of Herefordshire.

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The property can be approached either from the A44 Leominster to Bromyard Road, turning from Steens Bridge to Hatfield and then Pudleston, or from the A4112 Leominster to Tenbury Wells Road, turning at Leyster’s Pole and then taking the road on your right marked gated road which will take you into Pudleston.

THE FARMHOUSE

The farmhouse is a converted barn, constructed of brick and stone with a felted, tiled and insulated roof with double glazing windows throughout to enjoy the splendid views. The internal accommodation is more particularly described as follows:

Porch

over front door to hallway with door to:

Reception/Dining Room

with carpeted flooring, exposed beams, feature stone wall with an inglenook fireplace, feature bread oven and French doors to the garden, with door to:

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

with the kitchen are having a tiled floor, fitted wall and base units, plumbing for washing machine / dishwasher, sink and drainer, and walk in Pantry. The breakfast area is carpeted with French doors out to the side, leading to the garden.

WC

with wash basin

Carpeted stairs ascending to Landing, with doors to:

Bedroom 1

with carpeted flooring, exposed beams, windows facing the rear and radiator

Bedroom 2

with carpeted flooring, fitted wardrobes, radiator and window to the rear of the property.

Bathroom

with tiled flooring, panelled bath, shower cubicle, WC, hand wash basin, exposed beam, partly tiled walls and an obscure window to the rear.

Airing Cupboard

Bedroom 3

with carpeted flooring, exposed beams, radiator and window to the rear.

Outside & Gardens

The property sits centrally within the farmyard and benefits from a good-sized lawned garden with pond to the front of the property, with a paved and gravel area to the rear. It is enclosed with post and rail fencing.

FARMBUILDINGS

The farm buildings offer a comprehensive set of modern buildings and have been kept in a good state of repair, arranged closely to the farmhouse. This versatile range of buildings offer a wide scope of agricultural capabilities, practical for livestock, machinery and fodder storage with good access via the concrete/hardcore yard area, which leads directly off the public highway. Mains electricity and water serve the buildings. The buildings are more particularly described as follows:

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A four-bay steel building with cement fibre roof with sliding door to one end and hinged door to the other end. Atcos cattle yard with asbestos roof, concrete walls and a gated front A four-bay steel framed shed with roller doors and cement fibre roof. Adjoining Lean-to with concrete panel walls, Yorkshire board above, with concrete floor and sheeted doors. A six-bay Dutch barn with lean-to cattle yards on either side, with raised feed passage and manger fronts.

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In addition, there is a small off-lying range of buildings with direct public highway access, which compromise: A four-bay steel and cement fibre roof building with part concrete panels and part concrete block walls with sheeted doors. A four-bay steel and cement fibre roof sheep shed, with concrete block walls and Yorkshire board above and sheeted doors to the side. Constructed in 1984. There are solar panels on the roof of the farm buildings.

The Land

The farmland lies, in the main, within a ring fence with a southern aspect. It is well hedged and fenced and is laid down to permanent pasture at present. Most of the land has a level topography, being workable with machinery, but there is an area of bank. The land is divided into conveniently sized enclosures offering good grazing for livestock and fodder production, if desired. There is public highway access along the lane that adjoins the land as well as a private track running throughout some the parcels. There are a network of water tanks providing a water supply for livestock grazing on the land which are supplied via the mains, together with natural water supplies also.

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The soil is, in general, of stiff clay loam nature, which is suitable for arable production, as well as grass. In field number 9128 there is an old quarry and a small area of hard standing, together with a verge on the edge of 6768 extending to 0.18ha, and woodland adjacent to 9128 and 1454 extending to 0.35ha, giving a total of 53.99ha (133.40 acres).

SPORTING & MINERAL RIGHTS

These are believed to be in hand and will pass with the sale of the freehold, so far as they are owned.

TIMBER

All standing timber is included in the sale.

RURAL PAYMENT AGENCY & POLICY

The land is registered with the Rural Payments Agency, and all Delinked Payments under the Basic Payment Scheme are payable to the tenant.

SERVICES

The property is connected to mains electricity, water, septic tank drainage and an air source heat pump for heating and hot water. Solar panels are situated on the dwelling roof but at the time of the sale they are believed to be not functioning.

TENURE

We have been informed that the property is freehold, with vacant possession gained on completion. The property is currently let on a Farm Business Tenancy, which is due to expire on 31st August 2025. The property will be left in a tidy condition at the end of the tenancy and there will be no claim made by the tenant for any tenant items after the end of the tenancy, and there is a written agreement to this effect. It is believed that if any purchaser so wishes, the tenant would be willing to continue with a short-term Farm Business Tenancy on the same terms. This would be a matter to discuss between the new owner(s) and the tenant.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS

Those items mentioned in the sale particulars are included in the freehold sale. All other fixtures and fittings and furnishings are expressly excluded.

EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES AND RIGHTS OF WAY

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi-easements, wayleaves and rights of way, declared and undeclared.

METHOD OF SALE

The property is offered for sale, as a whole, by Informal Tender. The tender forms will be available from the Vendor’s agents Tenders close Friday 1st August 2025 at 5pm. Tenders are to be delivered to; McCartneys LLP, Ox Pasture, Overton Road, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 4AA marked “Tender – Whyle Farm”. The Vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest, or indeed, any tender

SOLICITORS

Ms Loretta Aston Lloyds Cooper, 28 South Street, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8JB Tel:

RESERVATION OF RIGHTS SIGNING OF CONTRACT

In the event that following tenders there are a number which have little difference between them, the vendor reserves the right to put the property up for sale by private auction, with invitations being delivered to the highest tenderers to attend.

SIGNING OF CONTRACT

The successful purchaser will be required to sign a contract within four weeks of acceptance of their tender. To facilitate this timetable, the vendors’ solicitors will have prepared a sale pack with as much information as possible prior to the tender process. Certain searches will have been carried out or started. Purchasers will be required to pay approximately £250 plus VAT to partially cover the costs of such searches.

TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING

The property is offered subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient orders, public rights-of-way, town planning schedules, or resolutions which may be or may come into force. The purchaser(s) will be deemed to have full knowledge of these and have satisfied themselves as to the effects such matters have on the property.

AUTHORITIES

Herefordshire Council: / RPA:

PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES

These are based on Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. They have been checked and compiled 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.

BOUNDARIES, ROADS AND FENCES

The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and neither the Vendor nor the Vendors agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries of ownership thereof.

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VIEWINGS AND HEALTH AND SAFETY

Strictly by appointment through the selling agents. The agents advise all prospective purchasers when viewing the property to take due care. Thursday 26th June 2025 2.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m. Thursday 3rd July 2025 2.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m. Friday 11th July 2025 2.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m. Saturday 19th July 2025 2.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m

ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING

The successful purchaser should please provide a photographic form of ID such as driver’s licence or passport, and a utility bill or bank statement confirming their home address