Land for sale

East Coker, Yeovil BA22

8.29 acres (3.36 hectares) of mixed woodland situated outside the village of East Coker, for sale by Formal Tender

The Land

Coker Withey Bed is an attractive parcel of mature woodland extending to 8.29 acres (3.36 hectares) in total. The woodland comprises a variety of species, including willow, oak and ash, while being bordered by open farmland. Set in a peaceful rural location, the land enjoys a level topography with a varied canopy structure, providing excellent habitat diversity and amenity appeal.

The soil is described as loamy and clayey floodplain soils with naturally high groundwater, and the land is classified as Grade 3 on the Agricultural Land Classification Maps.

Situation

The woodland is situated outside the popular Somerset village of East Coker. It is accessed via a private right of way over the adjoining field leading from the public highway known as Moor Lane, indicated on the site plan with a brown line between points C and D. Please see the tender pack for full details.

The town centre of Yeovil is approximately 2.5 miles to the north east, and the town centre of Crewkerne is approximately 7.5 miles to the south west. The land is conveniently located within 2 miles of the A30 and A37.

Rights Of Way

There is a public footpath running along the northernmost point of the land.

Designations

The land is located in:
A sssi Impact Risk Zone
A Nutrient Neutrality Catchment for the Somerset Levels and Moors.

Services

There are no mains services connected to the land.

Sporting, Timber And Mineral Rights

All sporting, timber and mineral rights are understood to be owned and included.

Tenure And Possession

Freehold with vacant possession on completion.

Solicitors

Battens Solicitors
Rupert Edwards

Local Authority

Somerset Council

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Flooding

The majority of the land lies within flood zone 3.

Method Of Sale

The land is for sale by Formal Tender as a whole. Tenders are to be submitted on the attached tender form and returned to our Yeovil office by Thursday 10 September 2026 at 12 noon.

Tender Pack

A full tender pack is available for all prospective purchasers. It is advised that all parties seek independent legal advice and read the pack. Access to the pack is available from the Symonds and Sampson llp Yeovil office.