Land for sale

North Cheriton, Templecombe, Somerset BA8

1.24 acre site in North Cheriton with Permission in Principle (granted August 2025) for two to four dwelling. Planning ref 25/10604/pip all located in a sought after village location.

Auction

For sale by Public Auction and via Livestream on Thursday, 18 June 2026 2:00 pm. Digby Hall, Hound Street, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3AA and via Livestream. Register to bid in the room, online, by telephone or by proxy via our website.

The Plot

Residential development opportunity with Permission in Principle for the erection of a minimum of two and up to four dwellings, extending to approximately 1.24 acres, and situated within the highly sought-after Dorset village of North Cheriton. The site benefits from access directly from the A357.

Permission in Principle was granted on 7th August 2025, confirming that the principle of residential development on the site is acceptable. The proposal, for between two and four dwellings, has been assessed as compliant with local planning policy, including Policy eq, and is supported under paragraph 11(d) of the National Planning Policy Framework (nppf), due to the current lack of a demonstrable five-year housing land supply.

In granting consent, the Local Planning Authority acknowledged the benefits of delivering additional housing in this sustainable village location and concluded that there are no material considerations or relevant nppf policies that would warrant refusal. Furthermore, it was determined that any potential adverse impacts would not significantly or demonstrably outweigh the benefits of the scheme.

A Technical Details Consent application, pursuant to this Permission in Principle, must be submitted within three years of the decision date (by 7th August 2028).

Further details can be found via the Somerset Council Planning website using planning reference - 25/10604/pip

Situation

The land behind Cherry Acre occupies an attractive position on the edge of the sought-after village of North Cheriton, near Templecombe, surrounded by appealing Somerset countryside. The setting offers a balance of peaceful rural living with convenient access to nearby towns and amenities.

The area is characterised by rolling countryside and a network of quiet lanes and footpaths, ideal for those seeking an outdoor lifestyle. Despite its tranquil surroundings, the property benefits from direct access to the A357, providing good links to Wincanton, Sherborne, and Yeovil, while the A303 is also easily accessible for travel further afield.

Nearby Templecombe offers everyday amenities along with a mainline railway station providing services to London Waterloo, making the location well suited to both commuters and those looking to enjoy village life with strong transport connections.

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Solicitor

Sarah Nixon Wallace
Robinson & Morgan Wallace
4-8, Drury Lane Solihull, B91 3BD

Viewing Arrangement

Viewing arrangement are strictly by appointment only.

Agents Note

The seller has confirmed that the successful purchaser will be responsible for erecting the southern boundary, which adjoins the bungalow known as Cherry Acre, within two months of completion. Once installed, ownership and ongoing maintenance of this boundary will transfer to the purchaser.

No mains services are currently connected onsite.