Sale by tender
Land for saleGlasbury, Hereford HR3
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Freehold
About this property
Tenders close Friday 19th September 2025 at 12 noon (unless sold prior)
For sale in Six Lots or as a Whole by Informal Tender
Lot 1 - Farmhouse & Buildings with 58.79 Acres of Pasture - Offers In Excess Of £800,000
Lot 2 - 38.69 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £350,000
Lot 3 - 39.63 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £435,000
Lot 4 - 8.00 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £90,000
Lot 5 - 11.67 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £120,000
Lot 6 - 3.43 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £30,000
Tenders close Friday 19th September 2025 at 12 noon (unless sold prior)
A Superb Former Dairy Farm with Excellent Buildings and Fertile Land | 5 Bedroom Grade II Listed Farmhouse | Tremendous Range of Traditional & Modern Buildings | 160.21 Acres approx. Of predominantly Grade 2 & 3 Arable & Grassland | Development Potential
For sale in Six Lots or as a Whole by Informal Tender
lot 1 - Farmhouse & Buildings with 58.79 Acres of Pasture - Offers In Excess Of £800,000
lot 2 - 38.69 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £350,000
lot 3 - 39.63 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £435,000
lot 4 - 8.00 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £90,000
lot 5 - 11.67 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £120,000
lot 6 - 3.43 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £30,000
Introduction & Situation
The sale of Penygenhill presents a splendid opportunity to acquire an exceptional 160.21 acre (64.85 ha) equipped mixed farm, ideally located near the Herefordshire/Powys border. This well-balanced holding features predominantly Grade 2 and 3 fertile land, offering excellent flexibility for both arable cropping and livestock grazing.
The former dairy farmstead is superbly equipped with an extensive range of modern and traditional agricultural buildings, providing high-quality livestock housing, machinery and fodder storage, which are ideal for a holding of this scale.
At the heart of the property lies a charming Grade II listed five-bedroom stone cruck farmhouse, dating back to the 16th century. Rich in character and original features, the house offers generous family accommodation and a wealth of period charm.
Situated within a thriving agricultural area and strong farming community, the property is within easy access and well serviced by a range of agricultural services in the locality, making it a practical and convenient base for all farming operations.
Penygenhill is well-positioned just outside of the village of Glasbury, which provides essential amenities including a popular restaurant, deli café, post office, and petrol station, together with excellent road links to Brecon, Leominster, Hereford and beyond. The renowned market town of Hay-on-Wye is a short drive away, famed for its literary festival, independent shops, and vibrant cultural scene.
Combining productive farmland, quality infrastructure, and significant lifestyle and development potential, Penygenhill represents an outstanding rural opportunity in a sought-after and accessible border location.
The Farmland
Penygenhill extends to approximately 160.21 acres or thereabouts (64.85 ha) of excellent grassland, arable and woodland. The land is attractively diverse, comprising of level and gently sloping land ranging from 300ft to approximately 500ft above sea level offering a range of cropping potential. The farm is divided into well-proportioned fields which are enclosed by a combination of post and netting fencing and mature hedgerows. The council maintained road dissects the property, which provides good roadside frontage to the land. Scattered trees and small wooded dingles across the farm further enhance the landscape, offering natural shelter for livestock and contributing to the biodiversity of the holding. Having been well maintained and managed, Penygenhill represents a prime opportunity to purchase a well-established and versatile farm, offering both agricultural productivity and natural beauty.
Lot 5
Lot 5 forms a desirable block of level grassland, with arable cropping potential, which directly adjoins the B4350 and extends in all to approximately 11.67 acres (4.72 hectares). The level land is bound by mature hedgerows.
Lot 5 has natural water supply. We are informed that mains water connection is available at the roadside nearby.
Services & Water
Lot 1 has the benefit of oil-fired heating, mains electricity, private borehole and spring water supply, telephone connection and private septic tank drainage.
Lot 2: Borehole supply via Lot 1. If Lot 2 is sold separately to Lot 1, Lot 2 will reserve a right to connect to the mains water supply across Lot 1.
Lot 3: Mains and natural spring supply.
Lot 4: Natural water. We are informed that mains connection is available in the roadside nearby.
Lot 5: Natural water. We are informed that mains connection is available in the roadside nearby.
Lot 6: Mains water supply.
The purchasers of Lots 3 and Lot 6, will be responsible for installing a water meter on their mains supply at their own cost.
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way
We are informed that there are public rights of way upon the property. The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi easements, wayleaves and rights of way both declared and undeclared.
Basic Payment Scheme & Environmental Schemes
The Basic Farm Payment Entitlements are not included but may be available by separate negotiation. We are informed that the farm is not entered into any environmental scheme.
Timber, Woodland, Sporting And Mineral Rights
We understand that the timber, woodland, mineral and sporting rights are included within the freehold sale.
Viewing And Contact Details
Strictly by appointment with the agent only.
Contact hay office Tel: Or
Matthew Nicholls
Beth Gilbert
Mode Of Sale
Penygenhill is being offered for sale as a whole, or in six lots by Informal Tender (subject to prior sale).
The Informal Tender Document should be signed by the proposed Purchaser (s) stating the proposed purchase price. The tender is to be received by Matthew Nicholls at Sunderlands, 3 Pavement House, The Pavement, Hay on Wye, Herefordshire, HR3 5BU by 12 Noon on Friday 19th September 2025.
Envelopes should be marked “Informal Tender for Penygenhill” and substantially sealed. The Vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest, or any offer is they so wish. The Vendor reserves the right to accept an offer prior to the informal tender date. Prospective purchasers should carry out their own enquiries to the Local Authority before submitting a tender.
Guide Prices
The property is guided as follows;
Lot 1 : £800,000 - £850,000
Lot 2 : £350,000 - £380,000
Lot 3 : £435,000 - £450,000
Lot 4 : £90,000 - £100,000
Lot 5 : £120,000 - £140,000
Lot 6 : £30,000 - £50,000
As a Whole - £1,800,000
Directions
From Hay-on-Wye, proceed south on the B4350 towards Brecon. Proceed along the road for approximately 2.5 miles, before turning left onto the single width council maintained road. Follow the road for approximately 500m, before Penygenhill farm drive can be found on the left handside.
Lot 1 ///buzzards.open.broadens
Lot 2 ///udder.gift.decoded
Lot 3 ///sheds.cobble.amber
Lot 4 ///voucher.relies.tingled
Lot 5 ///ritual.sculpting.expansion
Lot 6 ///connects.collides.case
Money Laundering
As a result of anti-money laundering legislation all persons offering for the property should include a copy of the following documentation:
1. Photo id for example Passport or Driving Licence.
2. Residential id for example current Utility Bill.
Inconsistency
In the event that there is any variance between these particulars and the contract of sale, then the latter shall apply.
Boundaries, Roads And Fences
The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and neither the Vendor nor the Vendors Agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries of ownership thereof.
Town And Country Planning
The property is offered subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient orders, public rights-of-way, town planning schedules or resolutions which may be or may come into force. The purchasers will be deemed to have full knowledge of these and have satisfied themselves as to the effects such matters have on the property.
Plans, Areas And Schedules
These are based on Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.
Asbestos
The vendors and their agents accept no liability for any asbestos on the property. It is of the nature of farm buildings in particular that asbestos is likely to be present on the farm.
Health & Safety
This is a fully working farm, all viewers are reminded that they should take all necessary care when making an inspection of the property including wearing appropriate clothing. Viewings are taken solely at the risk of those who view and neither the agents nor owners of the property take any responsibility for any injury however caused.
Misrepresentations Act
(a) The property is sold with all faults and defects (if any), whether in good condition or otherwise and neither the Vendors nor Sunderlands 1862 llp, the Agents for the Vendors, shall be in any way responsible for such faults and defects, or for any statements contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said Agents.
(b) The purchaser shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into a contract in reliance on any of the said statements that he has satisfied himself, as to the contents of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise, and that no warranty or representation has been made by the Vendors or the said Agents in relation to, or in connection with the property.
(c) Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor give either party any cause for action.
(d) All measurements and distances are approximate. The electrical, drainage, water and heating installations have not been tested by the Agents. (The normal enquiry is carried out by the purchaser’s Solicitors and the type of inspection undertaken by a purchaser’s surveyor have not been carried out by the selling agents for the purchase or preparation of these particulars). Interested perspective purchasers are recommended to obtain an independent survey report on this property.
Important Notice
These particulars are set out as a guide only. They are intended to give a fair description of the property but may not be relied upon as a statement or a representation of facts. These particulars are produced in good faith and are inevitably subjective and do not form part of any contract.
No persons in the employment of Sunderlands 1862 llp has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
Head office: Offa House, St Peters Square, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 2PQ
A Superb Former Dairy Farm with Excellent Buildings and Fertile Land | 5 Bedroom Grade II Listed Farmhouse | Tremendous Range of Traditional & Modern Buildings | 160.21 Acres approx. Of predominantly Grade 2 & 3 Arable & Grassland | Development Potential
For sale in Six Lots or as a Whole by Informal Tender
lot 1 - Farmhouse & Buildings with 58.79 Acres of Pasture - Offers In Excess Of £800,000
lot 2 - 38.69 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £350,000
lot 3 - 39.63 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £435,000
lot 4 - 8.00 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £90,000
lot 5 - 11.67 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £120,000
lot 6 - 3.43 Acres of Pastureland - Offers In Excess Of £30,000
Introduction & Situation
The sale of Penygenhill presents a splendid opportunity to acquire an exceptional 160.21 acre (64.85 ha) equipped mixed farm, ideally located near the Herefordshire/Powys border. This well-balanced holding features predominantly Grade 2 and 3 fertile land, offering excellent flexibility for both arable cropping and livestock grazing.
The former dairy farmstead is superbly equipped with an extensive range of modern and traditional agricultural buildings, providing high-quality livestock housing, machinery and fodder storage, which are ideal for a holding of this scale.
At the heart of the property lies a charming Grade II listed five-bedroom stone cruck farmhouse, dating back to the 16th century. Rich in character and original features, the house offers generous family accommodation and a wealth of period charm.
Situated within a thriving agricultural area and strong farming community, the property is within easy access and well serviced by a range of agricultural services in the locality, making it a practical and convenient base for all farming operations.
Penygenhill is well-positioned just outside of the village of Glasbury, which provides essential amenities including a popular restaurant, deli café, post office, and petrol station, together with excellent road links to Brecon, Leominster, Hereford and beyond. The renowned market town of Hay-on-Wye is a short drive away, famed for its literary festival, independent shops, and vibrant cultural scene.
Combining productive farmland, quality infrastructure, and significant lifestyle and development potential, Penygenhill represents an outstanding rural opportunity in a sought-after and accessible border location.
The Farmland
Penygenhill extends to approximately 160.21 acres or thereabouts (64.85 ha) of excellent grassland, arable and woodland. The land is attractively diverse, comprising of level and gently sloping land ranging from 300ft to approximately 500ft above sea level offering a range of cropping potential. The farm is divided into well-proportioned fields which are enclosed by a combination of post and netting fencing and mature hedgerows. The council maintained road dissects the property, which provides good roadside frontage to the land. Scattered trees and small wooded dingles across the farm further enhance the landscape, offering natural shelter for livestock and contributing to the biodiversity of the holding. Having been well maintained and managed, Penygenhill represents a prime opportunity to purchase a well-established and versatile farm, offering both agricultural productivity and natural beauty.
Lot 5
Lot 5 forms a desirable block of level grassland, with arable cropping potential, which directly adjoins the B4350 and extends in all to approximately 11.67 acres (4.72 hectares). The level land is bound by mature hedgerows.
Lot 5 has natural water supply. We are informed that mains water connection is available at the roadside nearby.
Services & Water
Lot 1 has the benefit of oil-fired heating, mains electricity, private borehole and spring water supply, telephone connection and private septic tank drainage.
Lot 2: Borehole supply via Lot 1. If Lot 2 is sold separately to Lot 1, Lot 2 will reserve a right to connect to the mains water supply across Lot 1.
Lot 3: Mains and natural spring supply.
Lot 4: Natural water. We are informed that mains connection is available in the roadside nearby.
Lot 5: Natural water. We are informed that mains connection is available in the roadside nearby.
Lot 6: Mains water supply.
The purchasers of Lots 3 and Lot 6, will be responsible for installing a water meter on their mains supply at their own cost.
Tenure
Freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way
We are informed that there are public rights of way upon the property. The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all easements, quasi easements, wayleaves and rights of way both declared and undeclared.
Basic Payment Scheme & Environmental Schemes
The Basic Farm Payment Entitlements are not included but may be available by separate negotiation. We are informed that the farm is not entered into any environmental scheme.
Timber, Woodland, Sporting And Mineral Rights
We understand that the timber, woodland, mineral and sporting rights are included within the freehold sale.
Viewing And Contact Details
Strictly by appointment with the agent only.
Contact hay office Tel: Or
Matthew Nicholls
Beth Gilbert
Mode Of Sale
Penygenhill is being offered for sale as a whole, or in six lots by Informal Tender (subject to prior sale).
The Informal Tender Document should be signed by the proposed Purchaser (s) stating the proposed purchase price. The tender is to be received by Matthew Nicholls at Sunderlands, 3 Pavement House, The Pavement, Hay on Wye, Herefordshire, HR3 5BU by 12 Noon on Friday 19th September 2025.
Envelopes should be marked “Informal Tender for Penygenhill” and substantially sealed. The Vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest, or any offer is they so wish. The Vendor reserves the right to accept an offer prior to the informal tender date. Prospective purchasers should carry out their own enquiries to the Local Authority before submitting a tender.
Guide Prices
The property is guided as follows;
Lot 1 : £800,000 - £850,000
Lot 2 : £350,000 - £380,000
Lot 3 : £435,000 - £450,000
Lot 4 : £90,000 - £100,000
Lot 5 : £120,000 - £140,000
Lot 6 : £30,000 - £50,000
As a Whole - £1,800,000
Directions
From Hay-on-Wye, proceed south on the B4350 towards Brecon. Proceed along the road for approximately 2.5 miles, before turning left onto the single width council maintained road. Follow the road for approximately 500m, before Penygenhill farm drive can be found on the left handside.
Lot 1 ///buzzards.open.broadens
Lot 2 ///udder.gift.decoded
Lot 3 ///sheds.cobble.amber
Lot 4 ///voucher.relies.tingled
Lot 5 ///ritual.sculpting.expansion
Lot 6 ///connects.collides.case
Money Laundering
As a result of anti-money laundering legislation all persons offering for the property should include a copy of the following documentation:
1. Photo id for example Passport or Driving Licence.
2. Residential id for example current Utility Bill.
Inconsistency
In the event that there is any variance between these particulars and the contract of sale, then the latter shall apply.
Boundaries, Roads And Fences
The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of the boundaries and neither the Vendor nor the Vendors Agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries of ownership thereof.
Town And Country Planning
The property is offered subject to any development plans, tree preservation orders, ancient orders, public rights-of-way, town planning schedules or resolutions which may be or may come into force. The purchasers will be deemed to have full knowledge of these and have satisfied themselves as to the effects such matters have on the property.
Plans, Areas And Schedules
These are based on Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. The purchaser(s) shall be deemed to have satisfied themselves as to the description of the property. Any error or mis-statement shall not annul a sale or entitle any party to compensation in respect thereof.
Asbestos
The vendors and their agents accept no liability for any asbestos on the property. It is of the nature of farm buildings in particular that asbestos is likely to be present on the farm.
Health & Safety
This is a fully working farm, all viewers are reminded that they should take all necessary care when making an inspection of the property including wearing appropriate clothing. Viewings are taken solely at the risk of those who view and neither the agents nor owners of the property take any responsibility for any injury however caused.
Misrepresentations Act
(a) The property is sold with all faults and defects (if any), whether in good condition or otherwise and neither the Vendors nor Sunderlands 1862 llp, the Agents for the Vendors, shall be in any way responsible for such faults and defects, or for any statements contained in the particulars of the property prepared by the said Agents.
(b) The purchaser shall be deemed to acknowledge that he has not entered into a contract in reliance on any of the said statements that he has satisfied himself, as to the contents of each of the said statements by inspection or otherwise, and that no warranty or representation has been made by the Vendors or the said Agents in relation to, or in connection with the property.
(c) Any error, omission or misstatement in any of the said statements shall not entitle the purchaser to rescind or to be discharged from this contract, nor give either party any cause for action.
(d) All measurements and distances are approximate. The electrical, drainage, water and heating installations have not been tested by the Agents. (The normal enquiry is carried out by the purchaser’s Solicitors and the type of inspection undertaken by a purchaser’s surveyor have not been carried out by the selling agents for the purchase or preparation of these particulars). Interested perspective purchasers are recommended to obtain an independent survey report on this property.
Important Notice
These particulars are set out as a guide only. They are intended to give a fair description of the property but may not be relied upon as a statement or a representation of facts. These particulars are produced in good faith and are inevitably subjective and do not form part of any contract.
No persons in the employment of Sunderlands 1862 llp has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
Head office: Offa House, St Peters Square, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 2PQ
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