A sizeable block of Burren winterage is for sale near Ballyvaughan, Co Clare. The 215ac is at Newtown and is going for public auction with Matthew Mc Mahon Sales.

The land is limestone grassland interspersed with the scrub woodland and karst limestone pavement characteristic of the Burren. It is described as ideal for out wintering cattle.

There are a number of entrances to the land from the public road.

The holding is designated SAC, divided into three divisions, has three natural water sources, cattle crush facilities and two access points from the road. Some 140ac is eligible for EU direct payment schemes.

The guide price is excess of €300,000. The auction takes place on Friday, 18 October at The Falls Hotel, Ennistymon.