Description
A freehold plot of land circa 0.5 acres. Plots 5 & 38 (combined) in a village location. Subject to all required permissions the land would lend itself as a smallholding. Secure gated access directly from Valley Road. Gentle level grass terrain. Fresh water supply nearby. On-site viewings are invited.
SMALLHOLDING DESCRIPTION:
A smallholding is a piece of rural land typically utilised for subsistence farming or mixed agricultural practices. Here, individuals or families engage in small-scale food production, livestock management, and sustainable agricultural techniques.
In the UK, smallholdings vary significantly in size and purpose, enabling smallholders to explore organic farming, crop production, and farm diversification, all while promoting local food systems and community-supported agriculture.
With roots in a tradition of self-sufficiency, smallholdings have evolved into essential components of rural development, often serving as platforms for sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. These spaces contribute not only to food security by providing fresh produce but also play a critical role in maintaining biodiversity, enhancing soil health, and conserving water resources.
In today's agricultural landscape, smallholdings reflect a growing emphasis on eco-friendly farming techniques and community engagement, acting as vital resources for local economies. By prioritizing sustainable methods, smallholders can reduce their environmental impact while fostering resilient rural communities, making them key players in the pursuit of a more sustainable future.
Plots 5 & 38 (combined) £15,000 PLUS Circa 0.5 acre. 2023 Square Metres, 21,646 Square Feet, 0.2 Hectares.
The plots perimeter is circa 90m x 22.5m.
Access / Right of Way from Valley Road confirmed in the land registry documents in the auction legal pack.
Services and Utilities run along Valley Road. Fresh water supply in the immediate vicinity.
LOCATION:
Barham is a village and civil parish in the City of Canterbury district of Kent, England. Barham village is approximately 6 miles (10 km) south-east from Canterbury and 8 miles (13 km) north from Folkestone.
The village has its own C of E primary school, shop, Post Office and village hall with bowls club attached. On The Street is the village green sports field and the Duke of Cumberland public house.
TENURE:
Freehold Land with Right of Way/ Access from Valley Road.
AUCTION DATE:
AUCTION (ONLINE) DATE FRIDAY AUGUST 7TH 2026 (UNLESS SOLD PRIOR)
UNCONDITIONAL LOT Auction fees applies "upon the fall of the gavel" the Purchaser shall pay a 5% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000) plus auction fees and contracts are exchanged. The purchaser is legally bound to buy and the vendor is legally bound to sell the Property/Lot. The auction conditions require a full legal completion as per the auction legal pack.
Auction Fees £2,500 + VAT
Pre Auction Offers Are Considered
The seller of this property may consider a pre-auction offer prior to the auction date. All auction conditions will remain the same for pre-auction offers which include but are not limited to, the special auction conditions which can be viewed within the legal pack, the Buyer’s Premium, and the deposit. To make a pre-auction offer we will require two forms of ID, proof of your ability to purchase the property and complete our auction registration processes online. To find out more information or to make a pre-auction offer, please contact us.
Special Conditions
Any additional costs will be listed in the Special Conditions within the legal pack and these costs will be payable on completion. The legal pack is available to download free of charge under the ‘LEGAL DOCUMENTS’. Any stamp duty and/or government taxes are not included within the Special Conditions within the legal pack and all potential buyers must make their own investigations.
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