First class portfolio of farms comes to market in Stirlingshire

A large portfolio of farms in Stirlingshire including agricultural land and six dwellings has come to the open market.

Rural Estate Agents, Bell Ingram is marketing the farms, which total 513.5 hectare (1,268.70 acres), as a whole at offers over £8,450,000 or in six individual lots.

Bonnyhill Farm, Dykehead & Seabegs and Bonnyside Farm are all located within close proximity of the town of Bonnybridge and within about three miles of centre of Falkirk.

The main farming units at Bonnybridge are used as a base for a dairy enterprise whilst the farms and land further east, near Larbert and Falkirk, are used mainly for the rearing of beef cattle and also for the growing of arable crops. The farms also include areas of woodland and include a number of dwellings and farm buildings.

Estate Agent, Carl Warden comments on the sale: “We kick off the 2024 farm sales market with this large portfolio of businesses in Central Scotland. These first-class farming properties are currently used for a variety of different agricultural enterprises including dairy, beef cattle, arable crops and woodland. This sale presents an excellent opportunity for a diverse farming business looking to expand production.”

Lot 1 – Bonnyhill Farm Dairy is a first-class dairy farm with a range of purpose-built dairy buildings and equipment, principal farmhouse and two detached modern bungalows. It extends to about 96.20 hectares (237.60 acres) and is the base for a 270-cow dairy herd. It has an asking price of offers over £2,300,000.

Lot 2Dykehead and Seabegs farms include a cottage, outbuildings, farmland and woodland – 67.30 hectares (166.40 acres). It also includes an area of land at Reilly Road, which is held under Option. The land parcels are divided by railway lines and also by the Forth and Clyde Canal. Offers over £870,000.

Lot 3 – Bonnyside Farm including outbuildings and land lies to the north of Bonnyhill Farm and adjacent to the village of Bonnybridge. The farm and land, extending to about 108.10 hectares (267.00 acres), currently operates in conjunction with the dairy enterprise and includes a farmhouse and two farm buildings which lie within the village. Offers over £1,550,000.

Lot 4 – Househill Farm – 158.70 hectares (392.10 acres) including principal farmhouse, outbuildings and a range of land.  The farm is used as a base for a beef farming enterprise. It lies to the west of Larbert and to the southwest of the Forth Valley Hospital, adjacent to the M876 road. Offers over £2,700,000.

Lot 5 – Arable land at Hardilands extending to approximately 62.80 hectares (155.10 acres).  Lying to the south of the Kincardine Bridge and to the northeast of Skinflats, within close proximity to the River Forth, it has an asking price of Offers over £750,000.

Lot 6 – Arable land at Inches extending to approximately 20.40 hectares (50.50 acres) in all and lies to the north of Larbert. Offers over £280,000.

For more information or to arrange a viewing please contact Carl Warden on 01738 621121 or email carl.warden@bellingram.co.uk.

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Carl Warden

Partner
Estate Agency
Tel: 01738 621 121

About: Carl heads up the Residential Estate Agency division for the company and has a proven track record within the Scottish property sector. He has been marketing property in the Perth and Kinross area for over 35 years and has vast and detailed practical experience and knowledge of selling prime residential property: from period homes to contemporary developments. Carl is well known in the local area, having developed excellent relationships with buyers and sellers. His wider role involves looking after and supporting our Agency teams and colleagues in Oban, Beauly, Ayr and Forfar. Interests: Estate Agency, Market Valuation, Negotiation.

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    New UKFS edition released after comprehensive review

    By Sam Guthrie, Forester

    A new (5th) edition of the UK Forestry Standard (UKFS) has been published following an extensive review process.

    This latest update reflects the improvements in scientific knowledge, developments in international approaches to forestry, new or amended legislation, and new information about best forestry practice.

    Enforced across all four UK nations, the UKFS is the reference standard for all foresters to follow, ensuring new forests and woodlands are sustainable – balancing environmental, economic, and social interests. It applies to all woodland, regardless of who owns or manages it.

    A prerequisite for the approval of forest plans, felling and replanting operations, woodland creation proposals and forestry grants, is that forest owners, managers and contractors are responsible for ensuring that forest operations and activities are delivered in accordance with the UKFS.

    Additionally, the UK Woodland Assurance Standard (UKWAS) certification builds on the foundations set out by the UKFS. Benefits of achieving certification can include higher prices and easier movement of certified timber.

    But what does it all mean for forest managers?

    As you might expect given government emphasis on tackling climate change and nature loss, sustainability is front and centre of this refresh, with biosecurity, tree pests and deer control at the heart of this new edition.

    Importantly, the guidance aims to make forests more resilient to a changing climate and the increased risk of pests and diseases so they can continue to deliver multiple benefits.

    Where necessary, good practice requirements have been amended or added to encourage more direct action to ensure forests remain, healthy, vibrant habitats providing timber and a range of environmental benefits to help meet net-zero ambitions.

     Key changes include:

    • The maximum proportion of a single species specified will be reduced from 75% to 65%. This will further diversify the range of species in woodland creation and restocking. Forest Plans submitted after October 1st 2024 will be required to show a transition to the new proportions over time.

    • Requirements to use deer management plans more widely to reduce browsing pressure to acceptable levels and enable the use of natural regeneration.

    • Requirements to plan and implement biosecurity measures across managed land to reduce the risk of introducing or spreading pests and diseases.

    A 12-month transition period is now in place to allow guidance to be updated, users to become familiar with the new edition, and draft woodland plans to be finalised. It will be applied from October 1st 2024.

    The new (5th) edition of the UKFS is available on the Scottish Forestry website.

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    About: Sam works across Scotland with a focus on delivering woodland management projects on the ground for a range of corporate and private clients. He has seven years’ experience in the sector and began his forestry career as a planter. Sam is currently studying for a PDA in Forestry Operations from the Scottish School of Forestry. Interests: Woodland Creation, Silviculture, Ecological Restoration.

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      Thriving café business and home for sale on popular tourism Isle

      A rare opportunity to acquire a thriving café and gift shop business together with a large Victorian stone-built three-bedroom house in a popular tourist destination in the northwest of the Isle of Lewis has arisen.

      Highlands & Islands Estate Agent, Bell Ingram is delighted to bring The Wobbly Dog Café and residential opportunity to the market for offers over £290,000.

      The sale of the Wobbly Dog Café is a superb opportunity to acquire a thriving and profitable business in a popular tourist destination on the Isle of Lewis. It is an ideal purchase for someone looking to take on a thriving business adjacent to their home.

      Established in 2019, it has consistently high ratings on Google and TripAdvisor, the cafe/shop maintains much of the original style and charm of yesteryear, with original heavy wooden counter, glass display cases and fitted shelving. All fixtures, fittings and equipment are included in the sale.

      There are rural views across croft land towards the Atlantic on the west and the Minch on the east making the eatery a popular destination with tourists looking for lunch with a view.

      Attached to the café is a spacious three-bedroom home which has been upgraded throughout while at the same time retaining the charm of some original features.  In addition to a sitting room, dining room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor, there are two further bedrooms and WC on the upper floor. The kitchen has a Rangemaster gas cooker and attractive Fired Earth tiling on the floor.

      Commenting on the property, Estate Agent, Joanne Stennett says: “The Isle of Lewis is a favourite holiday destination and the café and residential property offer an excellent opportunity to have a change of lifestyle and take on a thriving business in this beautiful part of Scotland”.

      For more information, or to arrange a viewing contact Joanne Stennett on 01463 717799 or email joanne.stennett@bellingram.co.uk 

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      Joanne Stennett

      Associate
      Estate Agency
      Tel: 01463 717 799

      About: Joanne heads up the Estate Agency team in our Beauly office and is focused on ensuring her clients have a positive experience when they list their property with Bell Ingram. From country houses to farms and estates, she has been marketing prime residential property in the Highlands and Islands for over 17 years. Joanne is well known in the local area, having developed excellent relationships with buyers and sellers. Interests: Residential Estate Agency, Rural Property Sales.

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        Forestry Grant Available for Scotland’s Farmers

        With 85% of farmland in Scotland classified as Less Favoured Area (LFA) and with current uncertainties over the future of agricultural subsidies, there are significant opportunities for landowners to maximise business productivity by adding value to underproductive land via woodland creation.

        New woodlands have the potential to create an additional sustainable long term income stream for your business and an important source of low carbon, low cost woodfuel, at the same time as realising tax, livestock and crop productivity and environmental benefits.

        Farmers looking to unlock the benefits of trees on their land can access £1000 funding from the Farm Advisory Service for woodland creation, which can now be used for Bell Ingram’s forestry services as Specialist Advisors to FAS.

        Bell Ingram’s Forestry team would be pleased to talk to anyone who would like to take advantage of the funding options available.

        Woodland Creation

        Bell Ingram works with clients who wish to undertake woodland creation projects and are able to offer a “one stop shop” encompassing the whole process from the initial design and grant approval stage, through to implementation, maintenance and final establishment.

        For larger schemes, we can also accommodate any Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) requirements.

        Most recently Bell Ingram has successful secured a number of Locational Premium Schemes, allowing landowner concerned to benefit from the additional incentives on offer and find an alternative land-use for marginal agricultural land.

        To find out more about our forestry services in Scotland contact Geoff Brown on geoff.brown@bellingram.co.uk or 01292 886544.

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        Partner, MRICS ND For
        Forestry Management, Utilities & Renewables
        Tel: 01292 886 544

        About: Geoff is the Service Head of Bell Ingram’s Forestry and Utilities (Scotland) services. He is both a RICS Chartered Surveyor and a fully qualified Forester with a focus on utility and infrastructure clients. Geoff’s expertise includes acquisitions, wayleave and servitude agreements and compensation claims, along with extensive experience of all aspects of woodland management for a range of corporate and private clients. His remit includes providing specialist forestry advice relating to new woodland creation, crop compensation losses, tree felling approval, standing sales and compensatory planting sites. Interests: Utilities & Renewables, Forestry, Corporate Estate Management.

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          Three coastal properties for sale in prestigious island locations

          Three stunning costal properties in the Inner Hebrides have entered the market at under £600,000.

          Located on the ever-popular islands of Tiree, Islay and Mull respectively, Hynish House, Beth Shean and Redburn all benefit from wonderful waterfront locations and are ideally suited to lovers of the great outdoors.

          Andrew Fuller from Bell Ingram’s Oban Office says: “These three very special properties offer exciting opportunities for buyers looking for family homes and lifestyle opportunities on the islands.

          “All three are close to local amenities while being surrounded by the stunning landscape and outdoor opportunities which make Scotland’s islands so attractive to those seeking a quieter and more serene lifestyle.”

          On the market at o/o £575,000, Hynish House is a five-bedroom family home in an elevated location above Hynish Heritage Village in Tiree with far-reaching views across to Mull and Iona.

          The white-washed detached property, set over two levels, features lovely reception rooms with period features, a large kitchen, utility room, family bathroom and five bedrooms on the upper floor. There is also a mature garden with a lovely sitting area at the front of the house to make the most of the spectacular views.

          Perched on the picturesque Oa Peninsula on the Isle of Islay, Beth Shean is an ideal family home with holiday let potential.

          For sale at o/o £395,000, this architect-designed property has a combined lounge/dining room, kitchen, utility room and an accessible bedroom on the ground floor, with two further bedrooms, dressing room and stylish shower room on the first floor. There is also an attached conservatory which makes the most of the far-reaching views.

          Set in the sleepy community of Lochdon on the Isle of Mull, Redburn is an extensive croft house offering buyers an opportunity to acquire a traditional four-bedroom property benefitting from a tranquil waterfront location.

          On the market at o/o £375,000, this wonderful family home is currently operating as a bed and breakfast. The accommodation is set over two floors, with a dining, lounge, kitchen, utility and two bedrooms on the ground floor and two en-suite bedrooms on the first floor.

          To the left of the house, a separate area of the garden has been granted planning permission for the erection of a 1 ½ story property, offering scope for those looking to develop a holiday let business.

          For more information about any of these properties or to request a viewing, please contact Andrew Fuller on 01631 567 791 or email andrew.fuller@bellingram.co.uk

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          Estate Agency
          Tel: 01631 566 122

          About: Andrew heads up the Estate Agency team in our Oban office and is focused on ensuring his clients have a first-class experience when they list their property with Bell Ingram. A resident of the Isle of Mull, Andrew is very well known across the West Coast of Scotland and has developed an excellent reputation for marketing prime residential property, including plots, crofts, island homes and lifestyle opportunities. Andrew joined Bell Ingram following almost 15 years managing several high-level private and commercial development projects in the United Arab Emirates. Interests: Residential Estate Agency, Rural Property Sales.

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            Bell Ingram strengthens its rural land management team with three new appointments in Perth

            Leading land and property specialist Bell Ingram has strengthened its Rural Land Management team with three new appointments in Perth.

            New recruits Douglas Ogilvie, Isla Shaw and Niall Blair will be based at the company’s Perth HQ but will work with clients across Scotland.

            Douglas Ogilvie, from Milnathort, joins the business as a Farm Management Consultant further broadening Bell Ingram’s strength and expertise in the wider farming industry. He will specialise in farm management, contract farming agreements, Single Farm Payments and other grant schemes.

            Douglas has over 36 years’ experience in farm management having worked in this role for Andersons, Smiths Gore, Savills and the SAC.

            Isla Shaw, from Saline, Fife, joins the business at Senior Associate level and arrives from Galbraith where she spent six years carrying out Sales, Valuations and Lettings. At Bell Ingram, Isla will advise on all aspects of estate and farm management and undertake a range of rural valuations.

            Isla’s background is in livestock farming, having been brought up on the family beef and sheep farm in Fife. She is a graduate of SRUC in Edinburgh and is a RICS Chartered Surveyor and Registered Valuer.

            Niall Blair joins the Rural team as a RICS Surveyor with 20 years’ experience in land management. Having trained initially as an agricultural advisor/land agent in the Scottish borders, Niall went onto work for Tarmac Ltd. where he practiced a mix of mineral, commercial and rural surveying.

            Niall has a wealth of experience in practical farm management and currently runs his own upland farming business in the Angus Glens.

            Mark Mitchell, Managing Partner at Bell Ingram, said: We are delighted to welcome Douglas, Isla and Niall on board. This substantial expansion of our Rural Land Management team in Perth is in response to increasing demand for our specialised services to longstanding and new clients.”

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            Mark Mitchell

            Mark Mitchell

            Managing Partner, FRICS
            Rural Land Management, Valuations
            Tel: 01738 646 584

            About: Mark is responsible for the strategic direction and overall performance of the firm. He specialises in all aspects of Estate and Facilities Management for private, corporate and public sector clients. He is experienced in the acquisition, disposal and management of estates and farms, rental negotiation and management of residential property. Interests: Estate Agency, Private Estate Management, Rural Land Management, FRICS Registered Valuer.

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              Substantial home with views over the Firth of Forth estuary

              A detached family home in an elevated position overlooking Ravenscraig Park, with far reaching views over the Firth of Forth with over 400 m2 spread over four floors has come to market.

              New to the market with Scottish estate agents Bell Ingram is Park View House for offers over £600,000.

              Built about 1970, Park View House was substantially extended and upgraded in 2010 and now has plentiful accommodation, offering a great amount of flexibility for a growing family. 

              There are a number of areas in the house that take advantage of its stunning location views over Ravenscraig Park and the Firth of Forth. These include a seating balcony accessed from the dining area, and the complete top floor which serves as a public room with glazed doors opening to a balcony with a glazed balustrade. There are great entertaining spaces both internally, with a games room and a bar on the lower floor, and externally with a covered area which also has a wood burning stove.

              It has very high-quality fixtures and fittings including oak flooring, doors, skirtings and facings throughout. The welcoming reception hall has an oak floor with additional feature detailing, and two oak staircases to the upper and lower levels. The kitchen, in open plan with the dining/living area, has a mix of black and white gloss and glazed base and wall units with white Corian work surfaces.

              In addition to the six bedrooms, the master en suite bedroom has an adjacent well fitted dressing room. 

              The grounds extend to about 0.2 acres. The north facing garden is laid to lawn and the south is a terraced garden. The front driveway has ample parking for three vehicles and leads to a garage with a workshop and store on the floor below.

              Commenting on the property, Estate Agent, Carl Warden says: “The wonderful location of Park View House combined with the wealth of accommodation and the quality of the fixtures and fittings makes this a must-see property. It offers so much flexibility for a growing family”.

              For more information, or to arrange a viewing contact Carl Warden on 01738 621121 or email carl.warden@bellingram.co.uk 

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              Carl Warden

              Carl Warden

              Partner
              Estate Agency
              Tel: 01738 621 121

              About: Carl heads up the Residential Estate Agency division for the company and has a proven track record within the Scottish property sector. He has been marketing property in the Perth and Kinross area for over 35 years and has vast and detailed practical experience and knowledge of selling prime residential property: from period homes to contemporary developments. Carl is well known in the local area, having developed excellent relationships with buyers and sellers. His wider role involves looking after and supporting our Agency teams and colleagues in Oban, Beauly, Ayr and Forfar. Interests: Estate Agency, Market Valuation, Negotiation.

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                Waterside home for sale in idyllic Ross-shire village

                An immaculate three-bedroom cottage with shore access and set in the idyllic, waterside location of Rockfield near Portmohomack has come to market.

                Bell Ingram is delighted to bring the delightfully named Seashells to the market for Offers over £265,000.

                Seashells offers a rarely available opportunity to acquire a delightful, south facing, cottage which enjoys far reaching sea views. The cottage has been sympathetically extended to the rear to offer excellent living space.

                Seashells is situated in the quiet seaboard hamlet of Rockfield, close to Portmohomack in Ross-shire. Rockfield is a peaceful location which has no through road and so traffic is limited. The hamlet is on the side of the Cromarty Firth and has a small harbour. The village of Portmohomack is only 1.5 miles away and has shops, a primary school, a hotel and two restaurants.

                The land to the front property is laid to lawn and runs down to the seashore. 

                A path runs down the side of the property to the rear garden which is accessed by steps to a tiered lawn area with a path which meanders through areas planted with mature trees, bushes and fruit trees. There is also a small patio, and the rear garden is bounded by stock and wooden fencing.

                There is one public room and three bedrooms, one which is on the ground floor. The kitchen has a good range of base and wall units and there are a number of integrated appliances which are included in the sale. Windows on the side and the back offer plenty of natural light and there is a large picture window with views over the garden.

                Seashells has mains water and electricity, oil fired central heating and drainage is to a septic tank.

                Commenting on the property, Estate Agent, Joanne Stennett says: “This immaculate cottage is in a beautiful setting and its direct access to the shoreline makes it a very attractive property either as a family home or an idyllic holiday retreat”.

                For more information, or to arrange a viewing contact Joanne Stennett on 01463 717799 or email joanne.stennett@bellingram.co.uk 

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                Joanne Stennett

                Joanne Stennett

                Associate
                Estate Agency
                Tel: 01463 717 799

                About: Joanne heads up the Estate Agency team in our Beauly office and is focused on ensuring her clients have a positive experience when they list their property with Bell Ingram. From country houses to farms and estates, she has been marketing prime residential property in the Highlands and Islands for over 17 years. Joanne is well known in the local area, having developed excellent relationships with buyers and sellers. Interests: Residential Estate Agency, Rural Property Sales.

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                  Farm Machinery Dispersal Sale

                  SATURDAY 28TH OCTOBER 2023 AT 11AM

                  AT CLAXTON FARM, HARTLEPOOL, TS22 5PT

                  On behalf of R D Dryden (retiring)

                  To include: New Holland TX36 20’ cut combine K Reg, 4,040 hrs, self-levelling shoe, chopper & trolley; Clayton Bugge 24m Sprayer c/w Chafer tank; Maschio Power Harrow/Accord drill combination; 2 x Dowdeswell 5F Ploughs; Vaderstad Rapid 30 S mounted drill; Parmiter 12’6” Discs; Howard 100” Rotaspike; Lely 3 ½ m P. Harrow; Kuhn 4m & 3 ½ m P. Harrows; Twin leg sub soiler; Blench Packer; Simba 4m trailed press; Edlington 6m Rollers; N-H 286 Baler; Ritchie 56 Bale Carrier; Browns Flat 8 Sledge; 5 Round Bale Carrier; 14T Trailer; JCB 3C.

                  Included by permission: Ford Ranger 19 Reg c. 26,000 miles 3.2 6 speed manual, tow bar.

                  On behalf of Mrs M J Dryden: Deutz DX 450 4wd c/w Alo loader; John Deere 2650 2wd; MAN 8-163 7 ½ t Truck (no test); N-H 1530 12’ cut combine; Petbow FC48 60Kva generator; Kuhn 3m P. Harrow/Accord drill combi; J-D 359 small baler; J-D 550 R Baler; Dowdeswell 4+1 Rev Plough; Ransomes 4F Plough; 2 Sets Cambridge Rolls; Small trailed sprayer; 2 Sets Discs; P-Z Haybob; 56 Bale Carrier; Bale squeezer; Parmiter Post Knocker; Slurry Tanker; Drainage pipes; Various Dual Wheels; Rice Trailer; Manitou (scrap).

                  Produce: 75 R Bales Haylage. No small tools. Refreshments available.

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                  Derek Tyson

                  Derek Tyson

                  Partner, MRICS FAAV
                  Utilities & Renewables
                  Tel: 01845 522 095

                  About: With over 40 years’ experience in rural land agency, Derek has responsibility for the Thirsk office providing valuation sale and management advice for our ever expanding private client base and our existing portfolio of pipeline and utility clients. Interests: Pipelines & Utilities, Rural Land Management, Valuations, Estate Agency

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