Land for sale

Bristol Road, Sherborne, Dorset DT9

A well-located building plot with full planning permission for a detached three-bedroom home, designed in a sustainable vernacular style. Close to local amenities, with services nearby, additional option land available, and cil and phosphate mitigation obligations applying.

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

Offering a well-positioned building plot in a highly sought-after location, benefitting from the grant of full planning permission for the construction of a detached three-bedroom dwelling.

The consent has been approved subject to a number of conditions, all of which must be carefully reviewed and discharged where required prior to the commencement of any works on site. These include, amongst other matters, the approval of external materials, along with detailed specifications for windows and doors.

Building Regulations approval will also be required, and it is strongly recommended that all necessary consents are obtained before development begins.

The approved scheme has been thoughtfully designed to create a sustainable, well-insulated home in keeping with the local vernacular style. The proposal encourages the reuse and recycling of materials already on site wherever possible, with any remaining materials to be responsibly removed and disposed of.

The planned accommodation extends to approximately 1,150 sq ft and comprises:

A south-facing courtyard (approx. 2.40m x 4.20m), laid to paving with planted borders

A bright, south and east-facing kitchen/dining room (5.0m x 4.20m), featuring oak beams and oak flooring

An east-facing entrance hall (2.0m x 2.0m) with flagstone flooring

A west-facing cloakroom/utility room (2.0m x 2.10m), also with flagstone flooring

An east-facing sitting room (3.9m x 4.20m), complete with log burner and fitted bookcases

A garage measuring approximately 2.40m x 5.0m

Externally, the property will benefit from a south-facing garden and amenity space (approx. 5.0m x 5.8m), along with a western planting margin extending to around 17.0m x 2.0m. Additional features include bin storage and provision for bird and bat boxes.

The first floor layout includes:
A south and east-facing principal bedroom (approx. 3.60m max x 4.20m)

A second east-facing bedroom (2.95m x 4.20m) with built-in cupboard

A third east-facing bedroom (2.0m x 2.40m)

An east-facing bathroom (2.0m x 2.40m)

A spacious landing (3.90m x 1.10m) with linen/airing cupboard and staircase access

This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a development plot with full consent already in place, allowing for the creation of a high-quality, energy-efficient home in an attractive and desirable setting.

Option Land

To the south side of the main plot, an additional parcel of land is being offered for sale by auction. This area extends to approximately 16.0m x 5.50m and benefits from the close proximity of all main services.
This option land will be available at auction for a guide price of £25,000. Should it not be secured alongside the main plot, it will be offered separately within the auction.

Whilst no formal discussions have been held with the local planning authority in respect of this parcel, it lies within the defined development boundary for Sherborne, where there is generally a presumption in favour of development. The site is situated outside the conservation area, yet remains conveniently close to the town’s amenities.

A preliminary sketch scheme has been prepared, illustrating the potential for a traditional, vernacular-style two-bedroom cottage. The proposed design indicates accommodation extending to approximately 860 sq ft, together with a modest courtyard or garden space.

Material Information

The successful purchaser should be aware that a phosphate mitigation requirement applies to the site, and the associated costs will be the responsibility of the purchaser.

A Phosphate Credit has been secured for the development through wci Nutrient Neutrality. A Reservation Notice is in place for 0.21 kg at a rate of £30,000 per kg, resulting in a total liability of £6,300.

A 10% deposit (£630) was paid on 12 August 2025, with a further 10% payment due on 30 July 2026. The remaining balance will become payable thereafter in accordance with the terms of the agreement.

Full details of the Reservation Notice and payment schedule are available upon request. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the terms and should note that this financial obligation will transfer to the new owner upon completion.

The proposed development is liable for the Community Infrastructure Levy (cil). Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries with the local planning authority regarding the level of cil payable, any potential exemptions or reliefs, and the process for compliance, as this liability will rest with the buyer.

Mains electric connected.

Solicitors

Ms Libby Stoodley
bgw Solicitors The Old Exchange, Church Street Castle Cary, BA7 7EJ

Agents Note

Please note, at the auction, the buyer of Lot A will have the first option to purchase Lot B for a fixed price of £25,000. If the buyer of Lot A does not purchase, then Lot B will be offered to the room.

Reference the attached Promapp, Lot A includes the area in yellow, with Lot B being enclosed in green.

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