Summary - MARK FARM, NEWTON STEWART, CREETOWN DG8 7ES
1 bed 1 bath Land
Large upland block with strong afforestation and carbon-credit potential.
165.20 hectares (408.21 acres) upland grass farm with grazing use
Good potential for commercial afforestation and carbon-credit schemes
Includes circa 2ha mature conifers and nearby commercial forestry precedent
Direct access from a public road; B796 upgraded but timber route restricted
BPS entitlements, mineral rights and sporting rights included in sale
Land graded 4.2–6.3: moderate to poor agricultural capability (upland)
Southern Upland Way crosses property — public right of way present
Area described as very deprived; upland planting and establishment costs expected
Mark Farm is a substantial upland grass farm extending to 165.20 hectares (408.21 acres) in a well-regarded South Scotland forestry area. The holding offers clear potential for commercial afforestation and carbon-credit generation, with circa 2 hectares of mature conifer and neighbouring forestry providing a strong precedent. Ground rises from about 130m to 380m with a north-westerly aspect and well-draining soils currently used for livestock grazing.
Practical advantages include direct public road access, proximity to regional timber processors (Lockerbie, Dalbeattie, Girvan, Troon) and inclusion of BPS entitlements, mineral rights (except statutory reservations) and unlet sporting rights. The Southern Upland Way crosses the property and the farm is shown on OS mapping (Grid NX 515 615), which helps when planning access and future tree planting consents.
Constraints are straightforward: agricultural capability is graded between 4.2 and 6.3 (moderate to poor), reflecting upland pasture rather than prime arable land. Any commercial forestry requires consent from Scottish Forestry and local transport routes (B796) are classified as 'Severely Restricted' for timber haulage, although recent upgrades have improved practical use. The area is described as very deprived economically, and the terrain and elevation will influence establishment costs for woodland or other developments.
For buyers seeking scale and long-term rural investment, Mark Farm offers a large, contiguous block with clear forestry and carbon potential, immediate grazing use, and established access. It will suit investors, commercial tree growers and those looking to combine sporting opportunities with a woodland-creation programme. Material considerations such as consent requirements, haulage restrictions and upland planting costs should be factored into any purchase appraisal.
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