Land at Barns of Craig - Lot 1

• Land extending to approx. 279.87 acres.
• Predominately Grade 3.1 land capable of growing potato, arable and vegetable production.
• Situated in one of Scotland's most desirable farming areas.
• Excellent access via public roads.
• Strategic land development opportunity.
• Irrigation dam.

CLOSING DATE SET 12 NOON WEDNESDAY 6TH NOVEMEBER 2024SITUATIONBarns of Craig is situated in the desirable farming region of Angus just 1 mile south of the coastal town of Montrose. Much of the land overlooks the Montrose basin enjoying the rich coastal scenery it offers. The city of Aberdeen lies 41 miles to the north and the city of Dundee just 28 miles to the southwest. Montrose provides a range of daily amenities including shops, supermarkets, local retailers.Angus is renowned for its productive and fertile lands capable of producing high yields for an extensive range of crops, the area is well known for its vegetable and potato production. The local area is well served by a wide variety of agricultural contactors, merchants and suppliers which can provide additional farming resources if required, including grain drying, storage and haulage facilities just 1.4 miles to the north of the land. The livestock market at Thainstone, Aberdeen, about 50 miles north, has regular sales.DESCRIPTIONBarns of Craig extends to 444.21 acres (179.77 hectares) or thereby of predominately Grade 3.1 arable land. The land is currently farmed over 19 enclosures and benefits from excellent access off a series of public roads. The predominant land use has been arable cropping and the rotation has included potatoes, cereals, and vegetables, it is understood to ripen early and produce high yields. The land rises from sea level at its lowest to 65m above sea level at its highest point. According to the James Hutton Institute the majority of the land contains freely drained Brown Earth soils.The land at Barns of Craig sits in two neat blocks which are split by a series of minor roads. The land’s location offers strategic development potential with the land surrounding the settlement of Ferryden, a natural extension of the town of Montrose. An irrigation dam is available between Fields 5 and 7, any relevant water abstraction licenses in place will be transferred to the successful purchaser.METHOD OF SALEBarns of Craig is offered for sale as a whole or in two lots.Lot 1 Land extending to 279.87 acres (113.26 hectares) or thereby.Lot 2 Land extending to 164.35 acres (66.51 hectares) or thereby.DIRECTIONSHeading east from Dundee, take the B959 to Arbroath Road/A92 and follow the A92 to Angus for 24.7 miles until you reach a crossroads; a signpost for Rossie and Craig will be visible to the right, take this right exit. Follow the road for 1.2 miles to Craig Road, land at Barns of Craig is found on both the right and left-hand side.POST CODEDD10 9TBWHAT3WORDS///dispenser.marginal.crestVIEWINGStrictly by appointment with the Selling Agents.