Property description
youngsRPS are delighted to offer High and Low Staples Farm, to Let subject to a Farm Business Tenancy on behalf of Allendale Estates.
A great example of an equipped and productive grassland livestock farm, letting with a traditional farmhouse, a range of traditional and modern agricultural buildings, spread over two steadings and extending to approximately 189.61 ac (76.73 ha). Highly accessible, sitting in the famed Hexhamshire and located within minutes from Hexham.
DESCRIPTION
The Letting of High and Low Staples presents an opportunity for a successful applicant to secure a Farm Business Tenancy on a productive and equipped livestock farm.
The farm is an excellent example of a compact, equipped and highly accessible grassland farm, the type of which rarely comes to the rental market. Offered as a whole of in three Lots the letting presents a range of opportunities for any would be tenant(s) to establish/expand their own farming enterprise.
The Whole
The farm as a whole, includes a four bedroom farmhouse, a range of traditional and modern buildings that are split over two steadings and approximately 189 acres of land, the majority of which is good quality grassland, with approximately 90 acres mowable.
Historically the farm has carried, and can over winter, approximately 180 head of cattle and circa 250 ewes. However, depending on the want of any new tenant these numbers and type of stock could vary. Equally, much of the land would plough and has done so in the past. All of which highlight the quality and versatility of High/Low
Staples Farm.
The land is largely flat or gently sloping and is classified as Grade 3 in its entirety. The steading(s) and the farmhouse sit centrally within the heart of the farm and are directly accessible from the public highway. In the main the holding is well fenced albeit no doubt a degree of ongoing maintenance would be required. There is ample shelter provided by woods and hedgerows, whilst the land is supplied with water be it via the mains or natural. The steading at High Staples is serviced by spring water however it can also be serviced by the mains supply if necessary, with Low Staples
being supplied via the mains.
The Farmhouse
The farmhouse is sited at Low Staples. The property is Listed, and as such has great character. It is built from traditional Northumbrian and sits under a slate roof. The accommodation briefly comprises of four double bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor, with two reception rooms, an office, a large Boot Room, a downstairs WC and a modern kitchen on the ground floor. The kitchen is a real feature of the farmhouse, with it being recently installed and within what was the adjacent traditional barn. Consequently, it is full of traditional features, albeit it benefits from
modern double glazing.
The Steadings
Low Staples steading essentially comprises of traditional buildings, which provide excellent additional storage facilities, whilst also been utilised for informal animal housing such as lambing pens and stabling.
High Staples steading, which is located no more than 275 m from Low Staples and is where the main agricultural activities take place from. Benefiting from several steel framed agricultural buildings and ample concrete, the steading is well laid out for modern farming and in particular cattle housing and feeding, with an array of loose
housing options available. With excellent access to the main road and also the land in which it serves, it provides an excellent base from which to run a successful farming business from.
Lot 1 (as shaded purple on the plan).
Lot 1 comprises of Low and High Staples, steading and the farmhouse, and approximately 72.58 acres of land of which circa 40 acres is cuttable. The option of Lot 1 presents an excellent opportunity for a new starter and/or small holder to establish an agricultural business and one which benefits from an excellent steading and an ideal amount of quality grassland all of which sits within a ring fence.
Alternatively, it presents an option for an existing farming business to grow, with the prospect of an additional dwelling an ideal opportunity to accommodate any partners and/or family within the business, whilst at the same time offering scope for expansion with the additional land and steadings available.
Lot 2 (as shaded blue on the plan).
Lot 2 comprises of approximately 89.73 acres of land of which circa 31 acres is mowable. The land at Lot 2 lies to the south of the main road, which dissects the The viewing day will be the 4th of November 2026 holding as a whole. Accordingly, it benefits from excellent access at its northern boundary. The land is split by the Devils Water river, with vehicular access provided via a bridge, alternative vehicular access is also available.
A feature of this Lot is the excellent shelter and its low lying nature, this coupled with the amount of land available to cut ensures that, it is ideally suited for mixed farming, with excellent wintering ground as well as summer cutting land. Consequently, its Lotting, provides an excellent opportunity for a local farmer to expand their existing business.
Lot 3 (as shaded orange on the plan).
Lot 3 lies to the east of the main holding being Lots 1 and 2, and comprises of circa 27.30 acres, of which approximately 22 acres is mowable. The land benefits from natural water, however depending on the year and system of farming additional water maybe required.
The land has been utilised for grazing and mowing and produces an excellent crop of grass but would plough if so required. Consequently, it provides an excellent opportunity for a local farming wishing to expand their business by renting a productive, accessible and well sized block of agricultural land.
LOCATION
High and Low Staples lies within the hamlet of Whitley Chapel, in the famed Hexhamshire, located approximately 5 miles south of Hexham and 3.3 miles west the village of Slaley.
In terms of connectivity, the property is well served by the local road network, with the B6306 approximately 1.5 miles to the east, providing good access to Hexham, and moreover the A69 trunk road providing easy access to Carlisle and Newcastle which are approximately 43 and 25 miles to the West and East respectively.
In terms of amenities, Whitley Chapel has a church, a village hall and a primary school. Wider local and national stores are available at both Hexham and Slaley, with further hostelries, as well as professional, educational and medical services.
VIEWINGS
Viewings will take place strictly by appointment via the agents. The viewing day will be the 12th of November 2026.
To schedule a viewing and to register your interest, please contact youngsRPS Hexham Mart Office or email harry. or will.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES
The land is currently managed under a country side stewardship agreement which terminates until 31/12/2026. The outgoing tenant has made the 2026 claim, and any monies received will be apportioned from the start date of the tenancy to end of the scheme year.
The stewardship agreement will be transferred to the ingoing tenant at an agreed time.
DIRECTIONS
From Hexham, travel southbound on Eastgate Road and in turn the B6306 for approximately 4 miles before turning onto the C280, signposted ‘Whitley Chapel’. Continue on this road for a further 1.5 miles before arriving at Low Staples farm steading on the right hand side.
SPORTING, MINERAL AND TIMBER RIGHTS
These will all be reserved for the benefit of the Landlord or a third party.
SERVICES
The farmhouse and buildings at Low Staples benefit from a mains water supply and mains electric. The farmhouse benefits from an oil-fired central heating system and drainage to a septic tank.
The agricultural buildings at High Staples are serviced by a private water supply and mains electric, however if required a mains water supply is also connected.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICTAES
Low Staples Farmhouse is rated F.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
Low Staples farmhouse has a Council Tax Band of E.
EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES AND THIRD-PARTY RIGHTS
The holding is let subject to and with the benefit of all rights of water, drainage, water courses, light and other easements, quasi or reputed easements and rights of adjoining owners (if any) affecting the same and all matters registerable to any competent authority pursuant or statute.
There are public footpaths that cross the holding.
A local shooting syndicate has access to Lot 2, for the standing of guns and feeding of birds.
AREAS
The areas and measurements stated have been assessed in accordance with OS data and digital mapping. Interested parties should though satisfy themselves in this regard.
TENANCY AGREEMENT
The successful applicant will be required to enter a Farm Business Tenancy. The intention is that the farm will be available 11th December 2027. The principal terms of the FBT will be as follows:
1. Term – 10 years with a break clause every three years.
2. Rent – Payable half yearly in advance on 11th of December and 11th June. The rent will be reviewed every three years.
3. Residency – The Tenant will be required to reside in the Farmhouse.
4. Repairs – A schedule of repairing liabilities is as per the tenancy agreement - TBC
5. Insurance – The Tenant will be responsible for insuring their possessions/goods/equipment and any third-party liabilities. The landlord will insure the buildings and the farmhouse.
TENDERS
Applicants intending to make an offer are advised to inspect the property thoroughly and to take all relevant factors into account before submitting a formal offer.
Tender Forms are available upon request. They should be submitted by no later than 12 noon on 23rd of November 2026 and should be emailed to harry. or will. Alternatively, tenders can be sent in an envelope marked:
“High and Low Staples Farm – Private and Confidential” addressed to:
youngsRPS
Priestpopple
Hexham
Northumberland
NE46 1PS
Interviews for prospective applicants are forewarned that interviews will be scheduled for the week commencing 1st December 2026. The location of which is to be confirmed.
The landlord reserves the right not to accept the highest or indeed any of the tenders submitted. Tenders submitted on an escalating basis will not be considered. Please note that cash flows, budgets, a summary of experience and a business proposal are required for any tenders for the whole or any combination of Lots that include Lot 1.
A summary of experience and business proposal are required for any tenders for Lot 2 and/or Lot 3.
INFORMATION PACK
A more detailed Information Pack containing a draft Tenancy Agreement and a Tender Form will be available to potential applicants upon request.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
The successful applicant will be required to provide proof of identification to comply with Money Laundering Regulations in the form of a copy of the Purchasers’ passport, together with a copy of the Purchasers’ driving licence or a recent utility bill as proof of residence.
CONTACT
Harry Morshead harry.
Will Jeffels will.
Tel:
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Particulars prepared: October 2026
Photographs taken: October 2026
Key features
4 Bedrooms
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Houses - Detached
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Comprising of a four-bedroom farmhouse, an equipped steadings and approximately 189.61 ac (76.73 ha) of predominately excellent grassland. | vailable on Farm Business Tenancy (FBT) for an initial term of 10 years. Proposed start date 4th December 2026. | To be let as a whole or in Lots by informal tender. Tenders to be submitted no later than 12 noon on the 16th November 2026.
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- Property type
- Houses - Detached
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- Monthly price
- £1
- Weekly price
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- Available from
- 11/12/2026
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- Not specified
- Furnishing
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Map
This listing is located at High & Low Staples Farm, Steel, Hexham, Northumberland, NE47, Hexham.