Lot 48 Substantial Agricultural Holding With BuildingsAuction Date:
11th February 2026
Land Lying To The South Of Church Street, Higham, Rochester, Kent, ME3 7LP
Key Features
A substantial agricultural holding, known as Giles Farm, extending to approximately 11.39 hectares (28.17 acres) , together with a range of existing buildings including stables and ancillary outbuildings.
The land occupies a semi-rural position on the edge of Higham village. It is in an attractive setting and offers long term potential for agricultural purchasers, lifestyle buyers, land investors or those seeking land with existing buildings in a North Kent location. It is considered the site may be suitable for alternative uses, subject to all necessary consents being obtainable.
Local Planning Authority
Gravesham Council. Website: gravesham.gov.uk. Tel: 01474 337391.
Site Measurements
The land extends to 11.39 hectares (28.17 acres).
Accommodation
The site includes a range of agricultural and ancillary buildings arranged around a hardcore concreted yard area accessed via metal entrance gates. Immediately surrounding the yard and to the left hand side at the entrance there is a single storey brick built storage building and to the western side of the yard there is a larger detached timber clad storage building. To the left hand side of the site, thee are two further single storey timber clad buildings, one providing general storage and the other arranged to provide a number of rooms (formerly offices) together with kitchen area and W.C./shower facilities. Beyond the main yard area with the paddock land, are further covered L-shaped paddock structures together with additional storage buildings. There are also further brick-built former livestock buildings including stable type accommodation that has historically been associated with animal husbandry. The land immediately behind and to the west of the paddock has been divided into a number of grazing areas with a separate access gate along that boundary. Beyond this, there is extensive surrounding agricultural and amenity land.
Auctioneer's Note
At the time of publication the Auctioneers have not been able to inspect the land in full and have inspected from the gated yard area only. The land and buildings are offered as seen and interested parties are advised to rely on the own inspections and investigations prior to auction.
Services
The Auctioneers have not tested any of the service systems or appliances (if any) at the property. Interested parties are advised to rely on their own investigations prior to auction.
Viewing
On site during daylight hours.
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Further Information
Russell Hawkes/Jon Rimmer
on 01622 608400
Viewings
- Tue 27th January
10:00 - Thu 29th January
10:00 - Tue 3rd February
10:00 - Thu 5th February
10:00
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All lots are sold subject to the Common Auction Conditions and Special Conditions of Sale (unless varied by the Sellers Solicitors), together with the Addendum, which will be available on Auction Day.
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