Buying and selling farms and farmland

At Gepp Solicitors, we understand that buying and selling farms or land can be complex and daunting.

Our dedicated Agriculture and Estates team is committed to making the buying and selling process of a farm or land as smooth and stress-free as possible. With years of experience, our expert solicitors guide clients through every legal requirement, ensuring clarity and confidence at every stage. We provide a single point of contact throughout the transaction, offering personalised advice and support tailored to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

Buying or selling land differs significantly from residential property transactions, making expert legal advice essential to navigate the complexities involved. Farmland sales often require consideration of unique factors, such as wayleave agreements, service easements, restrictive covenants and public and private rights of way (such as bridle ways or footpaths used by ramblers). Unlike residential property, a fair amount of agricultural land still remains unregistered due to the fact that it hasn’t changed hands for considerable time or been subject to refinancing. Our specialist knowledge allows us to expertly manage these issues, along with contamination concerns and any existing agricultural tenancies the land is subject to.

We will conduct a thorough review of your real estate assets, ensuring they are accurately registered with the Land Registry and taking into account any existing tenancies or agricultural schemes that may affect the sale. We also address environmental concerns and review planning documents, ensuring that every detail is carefully managed, and that your sale is handled with the highest level of professionalism and care.

Financing the purchase of farmland often involves specialised agricultural mortgages. Lenders may impose specific conditions related to land use and management, which should be carefully reviewed. Our team are adept in handling these rigorous requirements for agricultural lenders.

We take pride in working closely with the Country Land and Business Association (CLA)  and our Head of Department, Keri Constantatou currently sits on the East Committee of the CLA.  This collaboration keeps us at the forefront of developments in the sector, allowing us to stay attuned to the challenges and issues faced by the farming community. Our goal is to protect your interests and guide you through a successful transaction, from start to finish.

For more information or advice

Contact Keri Constantatou on:
Call: 01245 228138 or
email: constantatouk@gepp.co.uk

Area of Expertise

• Dealing with the sale or purchase of land and estate transactions
• Farm tenancies and agricultural holdings
• Mortgages of farms and land
• Succession planning and inheritance tax reliefs