The freehold site at Thames Close, which had a guide price of £120,000-plus, was among 127 lots listed by regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson across southern England.

Rob Marchant, the Dorset and Hampshire auctioneer for Clive Emson, said: “There was keen interest in this parcel of land, which is situated at Trickett’s Cross close to the larger settlement of Ferndown and is bordered by the Moors River to the north and Thames Close to the south.

“The seller was made an attractive offer before the auction, which was accepted.

“The site may be suitable for a number of future uses, subject to all necessary consents being obtainable. However, we are not privy to any plans the new owner may or may not have.”