Additional text is available below.Lot 4 – Farmland extending to 24.43 ha (60.39 acres)
Elevation, Topography and Rainfall
The land lies between the heights of 80m and 170 m above sea level. The area is shown on the Meteorological Office Average Rainfall Chart in the region of 748 mm per annum.
Land Capability for Agriculture
The land is shown on the James Hutton Institute Land Capability for Agriculture Plans as being mainly of Grade 3(2) with areas of 3(1) and 4(1), together with a small area of woodland
Soil Type
The predominant soil type is a brown soil which freely drained and is part of the Sourhope Association, derived from andesitic and intermediate lavas of Lower Old Red Sandstone age.
Drainage/Flood Risk
The indicative SEPA Flood Risk Maps show there is no risk of river or surface water flooding.
Boundaries
The field boundaries adjoining the public road include the roadside grass verges. Additional access gates could be created, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permission. The farm’s field boundaries are in good, stock-proof condition throughout.
Wayleaves and Rights of Way
There are wayleaves in favour of SGN and BT.
Environmental Designations and Grant Schemes
The land lies within the Strathmore, Fife and Angus Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ).
Sporting
In so far as these rights form part of the property title, they are included within the sale.
Health and Safety
Appropriate caution must always be exercised during viewings, especially when in the farm buildings or fields.
IACS
All the farmland is registered for IACS purposes. The farm code is 89/696/0031
Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) 2026
The basic payment entitlements have been claimed for the current year and will be available to claim from next year. They are included in the sale.
Environmental Stipulations
The land is situated within the Strathmore, Fife and Angus Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ) and is designated as Non Less Favoured Area (NLFA).
Mineral Rights
The mineral rights are included.