GRAZING land in Stretton has exceeded its guide price and sold for more than £53,000 in an online property auction.

John Pye Property sold the seven acres of land off Dovecliffe Road in its online property auction.

The land had previously been used for grazing animals but the owners had decided to sell the site through an auction.

Richard Reed, head of property at John Pye Property division, said the piece of grazing land proved to be a hit with buyers.

"The land is in a prime location close to Burton and Derby in a rural area – perfect for equestrian use or camping subject to planning.

"We were delighted to achieve a sale of £13,000 above the guide price for our seller and believe it is the growing popularity, reach and ease of buying via online auction that helped us to achieve this."