Lot 1

Lot 1 extends to approximately 22.41 acres (9.07 hectares) or thereabouts of grazing land, which is bounded by a mix of post and wire fences and mature hedgerows. The land benefits from roadside access and has a natural water supply.

The land comprises good grazing land although there are some areas which lie wetter than others. Located within parcel 2 is a large pond offering habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. The land lies at approximately 120 metres above mean sea level and is classified as Disadvantaged and is Grade 3 under the former MAFF Land Classification System.

Lot 2

Lot 2 extends to approximately 2.76 acres (1.12 hectares) or thereabouts and comprises a single parcel of grazing and mowing land, which is boundered by a mix of post and wire fences and mature hedgerows. The land benefits from access off a fell road leading from Mosser to Low Lorton, has a natural water supply and would lend itself to equine or smallholding use.

The land lies at between 130 and 140 metres above mean sea level and is classified as Disadvantaged and is Grade 4 under the former MAFF Land Classification System.

Lot 3

Lot 3 extends to approximately 24.02 acres (9.71 hectares) or thereabouts of mainly good grazing land which is boundered by a mix of post and wire fences and mature hedgerows. The land benefits from a natural water supply and is accessed via gates off a fell road leading from Mosser to Low Lorton. This block of land is varied in nature from good grazing land, to a wooded gill which offers shelter and a varied habitat for wildlife.

The land lies at between 140 metres – 170 metres above mean sea level, it is classified as Severely Disadvantaged and falls within Grade 4 under the former MAFF Land Classification System.

Lot 4

Lot 4 extends to approximately 86.98 acres (35.20 hectares) or thereabouts and forms a large fell allotment which benefits from some wooden sheep handling pens. The land is boundered in the majority by post and wire fences. Lot 4 has a natural water supply via two natural springs which are believed never to have dried up. The block benefits from access from the fell road leading from Mosser to Low Lorton.

The land rises up from 210 metres above mean sea level to the highest point being 306 metres above mean sea level. The land is classified as Severely Disadvantaged and falls within the moorland area. The land is classified as Grade 5 under the former MAFF Land Classification System.

Method of Sale

The land at Mosser is to be offered for sale by Public Auction in up to four lots on 11th November 2024 at 2pm at Ullock Village Hall, CA14 4TP.

The Vendor(s) and sole selling Agents reserve the right to alter or divide the property or to withdraw or exclude any of the property at any time.

The Vendor(s) reserves the right to vary any of the terms and conditions of sale or to change the method of sale without notice. For this reason, we recommend likely Purchasers should register their interest with the Agents as soon as possible in order that they may be kept abreast of any changes to the marketing of the property.

General Conditions of Sale

The property will, unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to general and special conditions of sale which may be inspected during the usual office hours at the offices of the Vendor’s solicitors during the 14 days immediately prior to the auction.

The conditions of sale may also be inspected in the sale room but they will not be read out.

Any Purchaser will be deemed to have had notice of each condition and all bidders to have bid on the basis they have inspected the said conditions (whether they have in fact done so or not).

Deposit

A deposit of 10% of the purchase price will be payable to the Vendor’s solicitors upon the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer.

Money Laundering Obligations

As part of the new Money Laundering Regulations (Money Laundering Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017) relating to property transactions the selling agents are obliged to carry out Customer Due Diligence checks on any Purchaser prior to a transaction being completed. FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT, NO-ONE WILL BE ABLE TO BID FOR THE LAND AT AUCTION UNLESS THEY ARE REGISTERED WITH THE SOLE SELLING AGENTS.

Tenure

The land is offered for sale freehold with vacant possession upon the date of completion.

Water

All lots benefit from a natural water supply.

Wayleaves, Easements, Covenants & Rights of Way

The property is sold subject to all rights including rights of way, whether public or private, light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights and obligations and easements, quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains, and water, gas and other pipes, whether or not referred to in these particulars. In particular there are several easements and rights connected to the land in relation to the supply of water. Please contact the Vendor's solicitor for full details.

Any Purchasers will have satisfied themselves as to the nature of such restrictions and are advised to contact the Vendor’s Solicitors for details:

Scott Duff & Co. 3 Devonshire Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8LG
Georgina Devlin acting.

Sporting & Mineral Rights

Lot 3 is former copyhold of the Manor of Whinfell, and therefore it is assume that the sporting and mineral rights are retained by the Lord of the Manor.

Parcel 11 within Lot 1 and parcel 222 within Lot 4 are former copyhold, and therefore it is assumed that the sporting and mineral rights are retained by the Lord of the Manor.

The mines and mineral rights are specifically excluded from the sale in relation to parcel 223 within Lot 4 as these are outwith the ownership of the Vendors. Save for the above, the sporting and mineral rights will be included within the sale insofar as they are within the ownership of the Vendor(s).

Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)

Lot 1 is designated as Disadvantaged with Lots 2, 3, and 4 being designated as Severely Disadvantaged for Basic Payment purposes. Lot 4 is also located above the moorland line.

All entitlement to any payment under the delinked payment regime will be retained and are not included in the sale.
Purchasers will be required to comply with any terms necessary with regard to the delinked payments and will indemnify the Vendor against any breaches if applicable.

Quotas & Environmental Schemes

For the avoidance of doubt there are no livestock quotas nor environmental stewardship schemes on the land.

Land Status

The land is classified as the following under the former MAFF Land Classification System:

Lot 1 – Grade 3
Lot 2 – Grade 4
Lot 3 – Grade 4
Lot 4 – Grade 5

Boundaries

As far as the Vendor(s) are aware the responsibility for the boundaries are shown on the sale plan by inward facing ‘T’ marks. When no ‘T’ mark is shown no further information is available.

Plans & Schedule of Areas

The plans attached to these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey National Grid and are for reference only. Any prospective Purchaser(s) will have deemed to have satisfied themselves of the land and schedules.

Fixtures & Fittings

All fixtures and fittings referred to in these particulars will be included in the sale unless stated otherwise.

Measurements

Measurements are approximate and must not be relied upon.

Health & Safety

Given the potential hazards of agricultural land, we request that you take as much care as possible when making your inspection of the property for your own personal safety. Please also respect all livestock on the property and do not cause disturbance to them.

Viewing and Further Information

The land at Mosser may be viewed at any reasonable daylight hour provided a copy of these particulars is to hand. Please ensure you do not obstruct any gateways or the public access to any Lots or third party property when you are undertaking your viewing. Do not disturb any livestock grazing the land and all viewing of the land is to be undertaken on foot. For all other queries please contact Jo Edwards for further information.

Authorities

Cumberland Council
Civic Centre, Rickergate, Carlisle, CA3 8QG

United Utilities
Dawson House, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LW

Lake District National Park Authority
Murley Moss, Oxenholme Road, Kendal, LA9 7RL

General Reservations

The right is reserved to the Vendor(s) to amend, alter and incorporate fresh provisions as appropriate in respect of the above matters.

First Edition: February 2024
Particulars Prepared: January 2024
Photographs Taken: August 2024

• 136.17 Acres (55.10 Ha) or thereabouts of permanent pasture land
• For sale by Public Auction
• Guide Prices - Lot 1: £100,000 - £110,000. Lot 2: £25,000 - £30,000. Lot 3: £100,000 - £110,000. Lot 4: £190,000 - £200,000.
• For sale by Public Auction in up to four Lots at 2pm on 11th November 2024 at Ullock Village Hall CA14 4TP.