0 Bed Land For Sale

6.21 acres of agricultural land in an elevated position on the edge of Wincanton

Auction - For Sale by Public Auction and via Livestream on Friday 12th December 2025 at 2.00pm at the Digby Memorial Hall, Digby Road, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3NL. Register to bid in the room, online, by telephone or by proxy via our website

The Property - A single field of level to gently sloping north-facing rough pasture, situated in an elevated position with impressive southerly views across the Blackmore Vale and northerly vistas towards Wincanton Racecourse and Bruton. The soil is upper cornbrash and classified as Grade 3 on the Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) scale. Historically used for livestock grazing, the field is enclosed primarily by mature hedgerows with sections of three-strand barbed wire fencing and a stone wall along the southern boundary. The land is suitable for alternate uses subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

Situation - The land adjoins the northern edge of Wincanton, a historic market town with origins dating back to the Roman era. The town provides schools, shops, cafés, and community facilities, and benefits from excellent connections via the A303, with nearby train stations at Castle Cary and Gillingham. Set within the scenic Blackmore Vale, Wincanton is also known for Wincanton Racecourse and its active, welcoming local community.

Services - None connected, mains electricity passes through the land.

Tenure - Freehold Title with vacant possession on completion.

Local Authority - Somerset Council (South Somerset District)
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Agents Notes - Two public footpaths pass through the land, please refer to the sale plan.
The land can be accessed via the council-maintained Flingers Lane off Wincanton High Street; the access is narrow and not suitable for larger vehicles. See Viewing section below.
The land is NOT being sold subject to an overage clause or any covenants restricting future use.

Viewing - Unaccompanied with a set of these particulars in hand, having first informed the agents.
The main access off Flingers Lane is locked, we recommend parties park at Carrington Way car park which is situated a short distance to the southwest of the land. Refer to points A & B on the sale plan and travel on foot.
Further information from Will Cairns on .

Directions - What3Words: ///giant.situation.similar
On Google Maps search: '1 Carrington Way Parking' and refer to points A & B on the sale plan.