Parsley Posted May 16, 2012 Share Posted May 16, 2012 I have been writing to local farmers asking if they have any land I could rent to expand on my chicken obsession I have just come back from a gorgeous farm in a beautiful setting, the sort of place you dream about , and given the possible choice of three fields. The best one is 1.75 hectares, has mains water and power as well as independant road access. It is fantastic. I know some of you in Omlet world rent land and would be grateful for ideas on what rents you pay and for what facilities, although I know this will vary according to where you live. Also, what do I need to go into a rental agreement? Thank you Wendy I so hope this comes off, I keep pinching myself to wake up.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 I'm very interested in the answers you get to this as I'd love to do the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Agricultural lease is different to house agreements.I can find out more if no one else knows! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Freddie You may be the only one given the level of reply so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Wow! That's great news. I am very envious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 great news, it sounds ideal. I pay £100 a month for 3 acres with a stable block and hay store. No running water or power though. I dont have an agreement. the landlord guaranteed us a years rental before we paid out for £500 worth of fencing but beyond that its simply just rolled on, we send off a cheque once a month What I would say is that even if you dont use all the land do maintain it all so it always looks neat. Factor in the cost of topping. Also make sure that the landlord is ok with multiple sheds etc... we put up a few walk in runs but not wanting to dominate the field all the runs since have been low moveable ones. If you plan to fence the field bear in mind that fences suitable for chickens may not be for sheep or horses etc... so be prepared to maintain suitable general fencing and temporary chicken fencing inside that if necessary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsley Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 I think any "buildings" will have to pass as moveable i.e. no concrete bases but ok on say paving slabs. This is because the farm gets Single Farm Payment? I'm not sure and nor is the owner so she is looking into it over the next few days. To be honest, the field is so gorgeous, surrounded by hedgerow with sheep fencing hidden in it and mature broadleaf trees all around that I would not want to scar it. In fact I think the chickens can have my house and I'll just go and live on the field Thank you for the replies so far. Wendy Trying not to get too excited in case it doesn't come off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
