High Trewitley consists of a fully equipped mixed farm, surrounded by stunning Northumbrian countryside, which has been extensively improved by the vendors during their ownership including the construction of buildings, modernisation of the dwelling, tree and hedge planting together with the installation of a bore hole plus solar PV facility and back-up batteries. Originally operated as a mixed arable and livestock unit, the farm is now certified as organic and operated on a sustainable system alongside agri-environmental schemes and conservation management. A period farmhouse offers comfortable accommodation and may have potential to extend into the adjoining traditional granary to create a larger dwelling, if required. The property also offers development and diversification opportunities. Previously, two Shepherd’s Huts used as holiday lets were sited in the ‘blue bell’ wood to the east of the farmstead and connections for the services remain in situ. Plans were also prepared to convert the former cart shed into an additional holiday let.
The land extends to approximately 69.60 ha (171.98 acres) overall, including 29.95 ha of arable/temporary grass and 34.35 ha of permanent grass, classified as Grade 3, with good access from the farmstead. Most of the farm has been ploughed out in the past and the soils are classified as the ‘Dunkeswick’ series which consist of fine loams and fine loamy over clay soils, well suited to grassland and arable cropping. In recent years, a large proportion of the farm has been re-fenced, with water from the borehole supplied to each field. Biodiversity of the land has been improved through extensive hedge planting and the creation of wildlife ponds, grassy margins and woodland plantations, to enhance the natural environment.
Together with other land, High Trewitley is entered into an ‘Organic Entry and Higher Level Stewardship’ agreement, until the 29th February 2028. The agreement includes rotational and parcel-based options together with capital works including fencing, hedgerow restoration, tree planting and bat/bird boxes. Management options include grassland management with a maximum permitted stocking density of 1.2 Lu/Ha. Subject to RPA approval, the purchaser(s) will be required to continue the agreement and indemnify the vendors against future losses/penalties associated with the agreement post completion. Rotational and parcel-based options include:
Parts of the farm were also entered into the 2024 SFI Scheme.
Based on checker.ofcom.org.uk, the highest standard broadband service to the property is 1Mbps and outdoor mobile coverage is poor to variable.
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment and can be arranged by contacting the sole selling agents:
For more information please contact:
Oliver Stones M: 07494 035181
Emma Smith M: 07378 381134