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Burrows Meadow £45,000 Freehold

Description

Situated between the charming fishing village of Solva and Britain's smallest city, St Davids, Burrows Meadow occupies just over 2 3/4 acres of scenic meadowland along one of the United Kingdom's most stunning coastlines. This West Wales region is renowned for its picturesque shores and rugged headlands, offering some of the most spectacular scenery and hiking opportunities in the country.

The land itself is positioned just a short distance from the coastal path offering an almost uninterrupted vista out to sea. St Bride’s Bay dominates the western frontier of South West Wales and is demarcated by Skomer Island to the south and Ramsey Island to the north. The dynamic seas and expressive skies present ever-changing panoramas to savour year-round, with the joy of watching the sun set over the western horizon being a distinct delight.

Burrows Meadow gently slopes from north to south, facilitating natural drainage toward the sea. Three of its boundaries (west, north, and east) are marked by substantial Pembrokeshire banks, while the southern boundary is defined by post and rail fencing. These banks, composed of a combination of stone, earth, stockproof fencing, and hedgerow species, not only offer privacy from neighbouring properties but also serve as a windbreak.

In recent years, this land has been utilized for agricultural purposes, serving as pastures and hayfields. While the coastal location offers a captivating backdrop, its proximity to the sea necessitates thoughtful consideration when selecting the types of trees to plant. The traditional Pembrokeshire banks encircling the meadow provide some protection from the elements, yet careful species selection is advisable. Consider planting hardy varieties like sycamore, juniper, hornbeam, or hawthorn, especially along the meadow's perimeter to establish a shelter belt for the inner areas.

Burrows Meadow would appeal to outdoor enthusiasts seeking a manageable, private parcel of land. It serves as an excellent starting point for exploring the nearby landscapes.

To locate the meadow, when heading along the A487 from Solva towards St Davids, look out for a turning on your left signed posted to ‘Trelerw’ and leave the main road here. There is also a “planting land for sale” sign on the verge next to the turning. This turning is located in between the hamlet of Nine Wells and the Texaco garage on the outskirts of St Davids. After turning, follow this smaller road for roughly 250m and the entrance gate will be on your left hand side, marked by another sign. Please park here and climb the gate. Follow the track which leads straight ahead of you across the first field to the gap in the hedgerow - the entrance to Burrows Meadow is about 10 metres down on your right hand side.

The purchasers of the meadow will be asked to enter into a covenant

Features

- Stunning coastal location

- Private land with no public rights of way

- Within easy reach of both Solva & St Davids

- Excellent grassland with potential for diversification or tree planting

Access, tracks and footpaths

The meadow comes with freehold title and is accessed via a stoned track which ensures year round vehicular access. There are no public rights of way across the land.

Activities

There local area is regarded as a haven for a variety of outdoor pursuits including walking, nature watching, cycling, diving, coasteering, surfing and climbing to name a few. A number of excellent beaches are within easy reach of the meadow including Whitesands Bay, Newgale and Little Haven.

Local area and history

St Davids is Britain’s smallest city and the final resting place of the eponymous Patron Saint of Wales. Formerly an important religious centre, exemplified by the historic Cathedral and Bishop’s Palace, the area is now a haven for walking and other outdoor pursuits, particularly renowned for the landscapes of the Pembrokeshire coastal path. St Bride’s Bay, demarcated by Skomer island to the South and Ramsey island to the North, provides a striking backdrop to this section of coastal Wales.

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Location

  • OS Landranger: OS No. 157
  • Grid ref: SM 779 248
  • Nearest post code: SA62 6UG
  • GPS coordinates: 51.8779, -5.2265

Location map

Directions

Burrows Meadow is accessed via a stoned track from the public highway Ffos Y Mynach, just off the A487 between Solva and St Davids.

Click here for Google Maps directions, enter your own postcode, (the location coordinates are already entered), and click on the "Directions" box. This will take you to the roadside gate where the track begins, where you can park. Thereafter please follow the maps.

Satnav: the postcode SA62 6UG is the nearest to meadow, but please note it is a short drive from the entrance.

Coordinates for satnav are: 51° 52' 41" N, 5° 13' 43" W for the metal gate at the start of the access track.

What3Words reference for the main gate:

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When heading along the A487 from Solva towards St Davids, look out for a turning on your left signed posted to ‘Trelerw’ and leave the main road here. There is also a “planting land for sale” sign on the verge next to the turning. This turning is located in between the hamlet of Nine Wells and the Texaco garage on the outskirts of St Davids. After turning, follow this smaller road for roughly 250m and the entrance gate will be on your left hand side, marked by another sign. Please park here and climb the gate. Follow the track which leads straight ahead of you across the first field to the gap in the hedgerow - the entrance to Burrows Meadow is about 10 metres down on your right hand side.

How we support our buyers

Membership of the small woodland owners’ group

EITHER £300 for a woodland course of your choice

OR £300 contribution towards buying trees, tree shelters or stakes

One year's free membership of the royal forestry society

Please note this wood is owned by woodlands.co.uk.

Our regional managers are often out working in our woodlands, so if you email an offer and want to be sure it has been received, please phone our manager on their mobile phone. The first offer at the stated price which is accepted, whether by phone or email, has priority.

Please take care when viewing as the great outdoors can contain unexpected hazards and woodlands are no exception. You should exercise common sense and caution, such as wearing appropriate footwear and avoiding visiting during high winds.

These particulars are for guidance only and, though believed to be correct, do not form part of any contract. Woodland Investment Management Ltd hereby give notice under section 21 of the Estate Agents Act 1979 of their interest in the land being sold.

A private coastal meadow with sea views near the town of Solva, Pembrokeshire.

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