Land At Knockorth, Banff
Features
Description
The land at Knockorth extends to about 16.7 ha (41.3 acres) of predominately Class 3.2 with and an area of Class 4.1. It comprises permanent grassland and is stock fenced with access to water for livestock. There is potential for small scale extraction of aggregate for track maintenance use on site from a small borrow pit near the entrance to the land.
The access track to the field is shared with two neighbouring fields in third party ownership.
Field No LPID Hectares Acres
1 NJ/63143/50921 16.72 41.31
Total 16.72 41.31
Sporting
In so far as these rights form part of the property title, they are included within the sale.
IACS
All the farmland is registered for IACS purposes.
Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) 2024
The basic payment entitlements are available for sale by separate negotiation.
Environmental Stipulations
The land is designated as Less Favoured Area (SD). The land is within the Aberdeenshire, Banff, Buchan and Moray Nitrate Vulnerable Zone (NVZ).
Services
The land has access to private water from a spring within the boundary
Location
In an area of farmland and rolling hills, the land lies just to the south of the village of Aberchirder where there are local businesses, shops, and delightful eateries, coming from the village's vibrant community spirit.
Nearby is the town of Turriff which also offers a range of shopping, business and leisure facilities, together with a sports centre with swimming pool, community centre, cottage hospital, primary and secondary schooling.
To the southeast is Huntly, an historic town, also with a wide variety of businesses and amenities in addition to many lovely walks nearby, excellent fishing and golf opportunities.
While the surrounding area comprises rolling farmland and open countryside, this part of the northeast of Scotland is also famed for its outdoor pursuits, including walking, mountain biking and golf. Salmon fishing is available on the rivers Deveron, Don, Dee and Spey, while game shooting is another popular sport. The nearby coast offers sailing and sandy beaches. Apart from its rich agricultural heritage, the area is steeped in historical interest, being in the heart of Castle Country.
Estate agent
Location
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