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Land for Sale in Markfield, Leicestershire

Land off Thornton Lane, Markfield, Leicestershire, LE67 9RP

Grazing land for sale in Markfield, Leicestershire suitable for paddocks close to Thornton, Coalville, Leicester and the M1 motorway

Why buy land for sale in Markfield, Leicestershire?

An opportunity to purchase up to 16.66 acres of mature pasture land for sale in the beautiful Leicestershire countryside. The land for sale is suitable for grazing your horse or livestock with superb paddock potential.

The site benefits from roadside access where a level, well drained track leads from the main road into the site, gated at both entrances. This provides the site with added security and easy access away from the traffic on the main road. A further track has been laid from the second gate to make vehicular access easier.

The site is securely bordered by mature natural hedgerows and stock proof fencing with a water trough.

The site is superbly located, bordered by the M1 and on the outskirts of the charming dormitory village of Markfield in Leicestershire. Markfield is situated within the National Forest providing a beautiful backdrop to this ideal pasture land location. Local amentities can be accessed within the village centre or a wider choice within a short drive to Leicester town centre.

Buying land for sale in Markfield, Leicestershire

The land for sale in Markfield, Leicestershire is available freehold.

Lot A:	16.66 acres	SOLD

Lot A:

16.66 acres

SOLD

Access

The site benefits from gated road frontage onto Thornton Lane. The site is secured from the main road via a level track which has a second gate before entering the site.

This track has been greatly improved with high quality stone to provide a good hard surface and better drainage.

Land Prices

According to the latest RICS rural land market survey (28 July 2008), land prices in the East Midlands increased by 61% in the past year.

This is 14% higher than the average growth in the UK as demand for land in this region continued to increase.

Equestrian

The beautiful rural surroundings of Markfield and the local villages create the perfect location for equestrian activity.

The Markfield Equestrian Centre accommodates the current local horse enthusiast with shows that are held regularly throughout the season.

The site’s perfect location within the National Forest provides access to bridleways within beautiful surroundings.

Map & directions to the land for sale in Markfield, Leicestershire

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Location

1.6 miles to Thornton
1.8 miles to Stanton Under Bardon
2.4 miles to Ratby
2.5 miles to Groby
6.8 miles to Leicester
6.8 miles to Coalville
7.3 miles to Loughborough

The site is situated off Thornton Lane, on the outskirts of Markfield in Leicestershire. Markfield is a commuter village in the Hinckley and Bosworth district and boasts large areas of countryside such as the Hill Hole Nature Reserve and the National Forest.

The village itself homes a few convenience stores, however, the more developed towns of Leicester and Coalville with busy shopping centres can be accessed easily.

The nearest train station is located in Leicester which provides direct services to London St. Pancras International; new home of the Eurostar. The M1 is accessible within 2.5 miles where travel into London to the south and Leeds to the north. The M1 also provides access to the M69 through Leicester town centre direct to Coventry.

One of the main attractions to the area is the location of the National Forest. This stretches through the Midlands taking root in the heart of England across Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire. Markfield is situated within the National Forest which provides 700 miles of paths to explore, the gentle undulating landscape is perfect for walking, cycling and horse-riding.

Travel & Transport Links

0.8 miles to the A50
2.5 miles to Junction 22 of the M1
3.3 miles to the A46
7.1 miles to Leicester Railway Station *
10.7 miles to East Midlands International Airport

* 1 hour 15 mins to London St Pancras

Planning

The land is designated within the Greenbelt and any development would be subject to planning permission.

Local Authority

Hinkley & Bosworth District Council
Council Offices
Argents Mead,
Hinkley
Leicestershire
LE10 1BZ

Leicestershire County Council
County Hall
Glenfield,
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE3 8RA

Method of Sale

The land is for sale freehold by private treaty and sold with vacant possession.

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