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THE BERWICK HALL FARM ESTATE Toppesfield, Essex
THE BERWICK HALL FARM ESTATE
Toppesfield, Essex, CO9 4DZ
An Outstanding Residential & Commercial Farming Estate
Five-bedroom Old Rectory and four-bedroom secondary Farmhouse
Modern farm buildings
Grade 2 arable land, woodland, grassland, sporting potential
In all approximately 268 hectares (663 acres)
FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY
As a Whole or in Five Lots
Angel Corner Solicitor
8 Angel Hill Withers LLP
Bury St Edmunds 20 Old Bailey
Suffolk London
IP33 1UZ EC4M 7AN
01284 731450 | robert.fairey@brown-co.com 0207 597 6124 | Edward.jarron@withersworldwide.com
brown-co.com withersworldwide.com
INTRODUCTION LOT 1 – THE OLD RECTORY, TOPPESFIELD Ground Floor
The Berwick Hall Farm Estate extends to approximately 268 hectares 1.27 HECTARES (3.15 ACRES) COLOURED A gabled porch leads to a part glazed front door which opens to the:
(663 acres) including a five bedroom Old Rectory, a four bedroom
PINK ON SALE PLAN Entrance Hall – this runs the full length with a part glazed door
secondary Farmhouse, a useful range of modern farm buildings plus
opening into the garden at the far end. Of particular note is the superb
256 hectares (632 acres) of productive arable land and 7 hectares History 18th century staircase, which has a very gradual raise, fluted posts with
(18 acres) of Woodland. A Grade II Listed former Rectory which is believed to date back to carved Corinthian capitals and twisted balusters and which leads to a
the early 16th Century with later 18th Century and 19th Century part galleried landing area. Under Stair Storage Room with shelves.
The Old Rectory is located in the south east corner of the Estate with
alterations. The property sits in a delightful position at the southern
Park Field House more centrally positioned close to the farm buildings.
end of the village of Toppesfield. Formerly the Old Rectory of the Door to: -
Church of St Margaret Antioch, the property was believed to be
LOCATION & SITUATION Dining Room – pair of Georgian sash windows, window shutters with
decommissioned in 1985 to become a private country residence. The
The Estate lies to the north and west of the village of Toppesfield being seating. Panelling to walls incorporating exposed brick fireplace with
property lies in a secluded setting with mature grounds and within
approximately 10 miles from Braintree and 16 miles from Saffron wood burning stove.
walking distance of the village amenities.
Walden in Essex.
Drawing Room – dual aspect, Georgian sash windows with original
The property is approached by a screened gravel drive and is
Train services are available from Braintree (11 miles, London Liverpool shutters, open fireplace with inset surround and wood burner.
constructed of painted, rendered elevations under a pitch tiled roof.
St is 63 minutes), Witham ((18 miles, with a fast train to London
Liverpool St in 45 minutes) and Stansted Airport /M11 is approximately Sitting Room – in the older 16th Century part of the property with
The accommodation includes the following: -
22 miles to the west. carved roll-moulded beams and joists with steps up to an office
area. There is an open fire with brick insert and woodburner. Stained
Toppesfield has a village pub, shop, local primary school, church and floorboards and sash windows. Access to a cellar below.
village hall.
Cloakroom – access from Entrance Hall and Kitchen Area, including Master Bedroom – Georgian sash window, traditional fireplace with Second Floor
WC and wash hand basin. Crockery cupboards opposite. black inset and brass canopy and timber surround, wardrobe. Door Attic Rooms – Potential to use as two additional bedrooms.
to: -
Kitchen/Breakfast Room – The Kitchen is fitted with a range of solid Outside
handmade country pine fronted units with solid wood carcasses Dressing Room – Fitted with full height panelled wardrobes Outbuildings – Close to the house are a range of traditionally
finished with wood and granite working surfaces. A wide chimney throughout and door to: - constructed outbuildings of timber clad walls under tiled roofs
breast recess houses a four-oven electric Aga with hotplate and incorporating garaging for five cars, a Gym/Former Office Area and
En-Suite Bathroom – with wash hand basin, low level flush WC, bidet
storage either side. There is an oak bressumer above with display General Store.
and bath with shower attachment. Additional door to: -
pelmet over. There are twin enamel sinks and an additional sink
The property is well screened from the public road with high laurels
within the central island providing further working surface areas, Bedroom 2 – Semi-vaulted ceiling area with views over the grounds to
leading to the front of the house.
matching pine cupboards and pantry units. the rear.
The gardens lie mainly to the rear and include a lily and duck pond,
Breakfast Area – Tiled floor, views over grounds to the rear. Family Bathroom - Wash hand basin, WC, bath and corner cupboard.
various herbaceous borders and a sculptured yew hedge. There is a
Located close to the rear entrance door are - Bedroom 3 - Two sash windows, walk-in wardrobe and period Tennis Court and an outdoor heated Swimming Pool with cover and
fireplace. equipment store.
Utility Room - sink with base units and washing machine point.
En-Suite Shower Room – Wet room style shower, contemporary There is a timber Stable Block with four Stables and a small enclosed
Boot Room – with space for coat hanging and boots.
wash hand basin and WC. yard area.
First Floor
Bedroom 4 – Period fireplace, wash hand basin, fitted wardrobe.
Staircase leading from Entrance Hall onto the: -
Bedroom 5 – Wash hand basin and fitted wardrobe.
Landing – door and stairs to second/attic floor.
LOT 2 – BERWICK HALL FARM, LAND, BUILDINGS AND PARK FIELD HOUSE 261.72 HECTARES (646.74 ACRES) COLOURED YELLOW ON THE SALE PLAN A productive residential arable farm lying in one main block with good access from public roads and internal farm tracks and good average field sizes. Park Field House Located at the end of Park Lane to the west of Toppesfield and close to the farm buildings, This spacious property provides a useful secondary dwelling for the Estate or a main residence for Lot 2. The accommodation includes the following: - Ground Floor Entrance Hall – With storage cupboard Kitchen/Breakfast area – Wall and base units, four oven electric Aga, central island with work surface and storage under. Single sink drainer. Breakfast area – Double aspect and French doors to garden. Utility area – Adjacent to the kitchen including base units with sink and washing machine point, boiler and storage cupboard. Sitting Room – Double aspect, bay window and French doors to garden. Brick fireplace with wood burner. Cloakroom – WC and wash hand basin. Office – Storage cupboard and views over entrance drive. Family Room – Dual aspect with open storage cupboards Inner Hall – Access to both front and rear of the property. First Floor Master Bedroom Suite – Bedroom with views over the countryside to the rear, double aspect, adjoining en-suite bathroom with bath, shower, bidet and WC. Airing Cupboard – With hot water cylinder Family Bathroom – With bath, WC and wash hand basin Bedroom 2 – Views to the front of the property. Bedroom 3 – Built-in wardrobe. Bedroom 4 – Double aspect and built-in wardrobe.
The property has oil fired central heating with radiators in most rooms.
Outside
There is an adjoining open fronted garage with storage area above,
ladder access only.
Gardens – Located mainly to the rear of the property including,
extensive lawns, a hard tennis court and a heated swimming pool
safely enclosed by a brick wall and timber fence. There is an adjoining
pool hut with the swimming pool equipment.
THE FARM BUILDINGS
Located on Park Lane next to Park Field House with a yard area
enclosed by wire fencing is the following: -
Grainstore 1 – Modern on-floor store with concrete floor, sliding door,
capable of holding 1800 tonnes. There is a lean-to on one side which is
let at a rent of £500 per calendar month until 16th March 2021 (further
details available on request).
Grainstore 2 – Central duct with low volume ventilated floor and
elevators to dryer. Storage for up to 1200 tonnes.
Dryer Building – containing Perrys 30 ton per hour continuous flow
dryer, reception pit and various conveyors leading to both buildings.
There is a small building used as a chemical store.
THE ARABLE LAND
This extends to approximately 252 Hectares (622 Acres). The land has
been farmed under a combinable crop rotation including the growing
of cereals, oil seeds and pulses.
BERWICK HALL WOOD
A predominantly mixed broadleaf woodland. Located in the middle
of the Estate and extending to approximately 7 hectares (18 acres)
providing amenity and sporting potential for the property.
RESERVOIR
There is a Reservoir located to the north west of Berwick Hall Wood .
Further details are available from the vendors agents
LOT 3 – TWO SMALL ARABLE FIELDS TOTALING 2.67 HECTARES (6.62 ACRES) SITUATED IN TOPPESFIELD COLOURED RED ON THE SALE PLAN Two fields adjoining the public road in the village with tree belts along one boundary. They will be sold with an overage clause whereby the Vendor will reserve the right to receive 40% of any future increase in value if planning permission is obtained for a more valuable use in the next 40 years. LOT 4 – THE GLEBE PADDOCK 1.86 HECTARES (4.6 ACRES) COLOURED BLUE ON THE SALE PLAN A grass field with post and rail fencing with access from the public road. A previous owner imposed various restrictive covenants limiting the use of the field to agricultural (excluding pigs) or private equestrian purposes only. Further details are available from the selling agents. LOT 5 – RESERVOIR/LAKE 0.82 HECTARES (2.03 ACRES) COLOURED ORANGE ON THE SALE PLAN A small reservoir with an access track and small area of trees located in a secluded position and lying to the south of the main Estate. GENERAL REMARKS AND STIPULATIONS METHOD OF SALE The freehold of the property is offered for sale by Private Treaty as a whole or in five Lots with vacant possession. EXCHANGE OF CONTRACTS AND COMPLETION Exchange of contracts to take place 21 days after receipt by the Purchaser’s Solicitor of the draft contract with completion post harvest. A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the purchase price will be payable on exchange of contracts. If early entry is required, then purchasers will be asked to pay an additional 10% at that stage. LAND CLASSIFICATION The soils are mainly of the Hanslope Series being described as slowly permeable clayey soils. The majority of the farm is shown as Grade 2 on the Provisional Ministry of Agricultural Classification Map for the Eastern Region.
PAST CROPPING Park Field House has mains water, electricity and oil-fired central USEFUL ADDRESSES
A past Cropping Schedule is available from the Vendors Agent. heating. Drainage is to a private disposal system. Braintree District Council
Causeway House
STATUTORY DESIGNATION OUTGOINGS
Braintree
The land lies within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone. The Old Rectory is in Council Tax Band H with a charge of £3,714.78 for
Essex
the 2019/2020 year payable to Braintree District Council.
ENTRY LEVEL STEWARDSHIP CM7 9HD
There are no Environmental Schemes on the farm. Park Field House is in Council Tax Band G with a charge of £3,095.65 for T: 01376 552525
the 2019/2020 year payable to Braintree District Council.
BASIC PAYMENT SCHEME (BPS) Essex County Council
The land is registered on the Rural Land Register. VAT County Hall
Should any sale of the farm, or any right attached to it become a Market Road
The Vendor will make available to the Purchasers the relevant number Chelmsford
chargeable supply for the purpose of VAT, such tax shall be payable by
of Basic Payment Scheme Entitlements held at the time of sale Essex
the purchaser in addition to the contract price.
following their 2020 claim. Details of Entitlements are available from CM1 1QH
the Selling Agent. SPORTING, MINERALS AND TIMBER T: 0845 7430430
All sporting and mineral rights and timber or timber like trees (except
CROSS COMPLIANCE ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING
as reserved by Statute or to the Crown) are included in the sale.
The Vendors will be responsible for cross compliance up to the date In accordance with the most recent Anti Money Laundering
of completion. The Purchasers will take over the cross-compliance TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING Legislation, buyers will be required to provide proof of identity and
obligation on completion and will indemnify the Vendors for any The Purchaser will be deemed to have full knowledge and have address to the selling agent once an offer has been submitted and
non compliance that results in a penalty or reduction of the Vendors satisfied themselves as to the planning matters that may affect the accepted (subject to contract) prior to solicitors being instructed.1.
payment under the Basic Payment Scheme in relation to the 2020 property. The following should be noted – These particulars are intended to give a fair and accurate general
claim. outline only for the guidance of intending Purchasers or Lessees and
1. Park Field House is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition
WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY they do not constitute an offer or contract or any part of an offer or
2. The Grainstore 1 lean- to has planning consent to be used for up to contract.
The farm is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing rights,
eight B1 units. (ref 15/00038/COUPA).
including rights of way, whether the public or private, light, support,
drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights, easements, FIXTURES & FITTINGS The Old Rectory – Energy Efficiency Rating
quasi-easements, and all wayleaves whether referred to or not in these All fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale unless specifically
particulars. There are various footpaths crossing the property. referred to in these particulars.
A section of Park Lane is owned by the Vendors subject to various PLANS, AREAS AND SCHEDULES
other properties having rights of way over it. These have been prepared as carefully as possible and based on
Ordnance Survey data. The plans are published for illustrative
The Vendors have an agreement with County Broadband to position a
purposes only and although they are believed to be correct, their
Receptor on the grain store in return for a broadband service.
accuracy is not guaranteed.
The Vendors reserve the right to have access for all purposes at all
VIEWINGS
times over Park Lane to access their retained land and to lay and Park Field House – Energy Efficiency Rating
Strictly by appointment with Brown & Co. Please contact.
connect into any services they require in the future.
E: robert.fairey@brown-co.com
LAND DRAINAGE
T: 01284 731450
The majority of the arable land is under drained and the Vendor has
some plans which can be viewed by appointment. E: william.hosegood@brown-co.com
T: 01284 731460
SERVICES
The Old Rectory has mains water, electricity and oil-fired central
heating. Drainage is pumped into the mains services in the public road.This Plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey Map with the sanction of the This Plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey Map with the sanction of the
Controller of H.M. Stationery Office. Crown Copyright reserved. (ES100005264). Controller of H.M. Stationery Office. Crown Copyright reserved. (ES100005264).
This Plan is published for the convenience of Purchasers only. Its accuracy is This Plan is published for the convenience of Purchasers only. Its accuracy is
not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. NOT TO SCALE. not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. NOT TO SCALE.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
Brown & Co for themselves and for the Vendors or Lessors of this Property give notice that: 1. These particulars are intended to give a fair and accurate general outline only for the guidance of intending Purchasers or Lessees and they do not constitute an offer or contract or any part of an offer or contract. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and other items
in these Particulars are given as a guide only and no responsibility is assumed by Brown & Co for the accuracy of individual items. Intending Purchasers or Lessees should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and should satisfy themselves as to the correctness of each item by inspection or by making independent enquiries. In particular, dimensions of land,
rooms or buildings should be checked. Metric/imperial conversions are approximate only. 3. Intending Purchasers or Lessees should make their own independent enquiries regarding use or past use of the property, necessary permissions for use and occupation, potential uses and any others matters affecting the property prior to purchase. 4. Brown & Co, and any person in its
employ, does not have the authority, whether in these Particulars, during negotiations or otherwise, to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. No responsibility is taken by Brown & Co for any error, omission of mis-statement in these particulars. 5. No responsibility can be accepted for any costs or expenses incurred by intending Purchasers or
Lessees in inspecting the property, making further enquiries or submitting offers for the Property. 6. All prices are quoted subject to contract and exclusive of VAT, except where otherwise stated. 7. In the case of agricultural property, intending purchasers should make their own independent enquiries with the RPA as to Single Payment Scheme eligibility of any land being sold or
leased. 8. Brown & Co is the trading name of Brown & Co – Property and Business Consultants LLP. Registered Office: Granta Hall, Finkin Street, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6QZ. Registered in England and Wales. Registration Number OC302092. 9. These Particulars were prepared in April 2020.
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