GUIDE PRICE: £10,000 - £20,000
A rare opportunity to purchase approximately one acre of land across two parcels and connected by a bridge, situated on the outskirts of Midsomer Norton, located to the west of Northmead Road basin. The land originally formed part of the great western railway line and comprises; mature woodland and uncultivated bramble, there are level areas and gradient areas where the railway embankment runs down to the river. The land adjoins a stream at two points making this an attractive wildlife haven.
FOR SALE BY AUCTION -
This property is due to feature in our online auction on 22 May 2025 at 6.00pm. Bidding is via proxy, telephone or online remote bidding.
VIEWINGS -
Purchasers may view the land unaccompanied during normal daylight hours but enter onto the same at their own risk and no claim will be entertained for any injury or damage whatsoever sustained whilst viewing.
SUMMARY -
SOLD FOR £17,000
DESCRIPTION -
An exceptional chance to acquire approximately one acre of land, split across two parcels and connected by a bridge, located on the edge of Midsomer Norton, just west of the Northmead Road basin. Formerly part of the historic Great Western Railway line, the site features a mix of mature woodland, uncultivated bramble, and a blend of level and sloping terrain following the old railway embankment. The land borders a stream at two points, creating a serene natural setting and a rich haven for local wildlife. A rare find in this location.
LOCATION -
The land is situated just off Northmead Road on the outskirts of Midsomer Norton. Midsomer Norton is a town near the Mendip Hills in Bath and North East Somerset, England, 10 miles south-west of Bath, 10 miles north-east of Wells, 10 miles north-west of Frome, 12 miles west of Trowbridge and 16 miles south-east of Bristol.
ACCESS -
Our client confirms they and the previous land owner have maintained a pedestrian access to the land - the route of this pedestrian access follows the original route of the rail line, the access crosses the grass verge owned by Bath & North East Council. A statutory declaration will be provided by the seller to confirm they (and the previous owner) have used this access for the past 24 years.
SITE PLAN -
The site plan and highlighted aerial images are provided for indicative purposes only, please refer to the title plan within the legal pack for confirmation of the site boundaries.
COMPLETION -
Completion for this lot will be 4 weeks from exchange or sooner by mutual agreement.
BUYER'S PREMIUM -
Please be advised that all purchasers are subject to a £1,800 plus VAT (£2,160 inc VAT) buyer’s premium payable upon exchange of contracts.
*GUIDE PRICE -
Guide Prices are provided as an indication of each seller's minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to the auction. Each property will be offered subject to Reserve Price (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the property during the auction) which we expect will be set within the Guide Range or no more than 10% above a single figure Guide.
RESERVE PRICE -
The seller's minimum acceptable price at auction and the figure below which the auctioneer cannot sell. The reserve price is not disclosed and remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer. Both the guide price and the reserve price can be subject to change up to and including the day of the auction.
PRELIMINARY DEPOSITS -
The Preliminary Deposit required for each lot you wish to bid for will be calculated based upon the Guide Price as follows:
£1,000 - £150,000: £5,000
£151,000 and above: £10,000
If you bid is successful, the balance of the deposit monies and Buyer’s Premium (£1,800 inc VAT) must be transferred to our client account within 24 hours of the auction sale. If you are unsuccessful at the auction, your Preliminary Deposit will be returned to you within 5 working days.
