Blossoms, 7 North Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 1RE
Freehold city centre bar, club and live music venue in Wolverhampton
Guide price*
£325,000+
Plus fees
Unsold
Lot information
Commercial Investment
Auction details:
Wednesday 21st July 2021 @ 08:30AM
A Freehold City Centre Landmark Bar, Club and Live Music Venue Investment Current Rental Income: £35,000 pa
Property Description
The property comprises a prominent landmark three storey corner property of brick construction and dating from 1874. Originally known as the Little Civic, it hosted numerous bands including the Kaiser Chiefs, Artic Monkeys and Coldplay. More recently it has traded as Blossoms, a popular bar, club and live music venue. It is currently configured to provide on the ground floor a main bar area with attractive bar servery, kitchen, male and female WC's, cellar/beer chiller. Having a separate entrance the first floor comprises main club area, bar, DJ booth, male and female WC's and storage. On the second floor and also having a separate entrance are seven rooms and a separate WC. These are currently unused however are considered suitable for future expansion or conversion subject to any necessary planning permission.Location
The property benefits from a prime city centre location adjacent to the Law Courts, and Wolverhampton Civic Hall currently undergoing a multimillion pound refurbishment programme. The Mander Shopping Centre is a short stroll whilst other hospitality venues including Popworld and the Dog and Doublet are within very close proximity.Energy Performance Rating
See legal pack.Tenure
The property is currently let by way of a 10 year Lease with effect from 16th July 2021, there is a break option in year 5 and the current rent is £35,000 per annum.We have not had sight of the Lease, however a copy will be available for inspection within the legal pack.
Value Added Tax
We understand that VAT will be chargeable on this transaction.Auctioneer's Note
Please note offers may be considered prior to the Auction Sale.Remote Bidding Auction
This property is being offered via a remote bidding auction with bidding by proxy, telephone or internet only. You will need to pre-register for remote bidding, provide your identification and debit card details no later than 24 hours prior to the auction, please visit our website for further details.Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the Auctioneers.DISCLAIMER
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LIVE-STREAMED AUCTION
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COSTS AT AUCTION
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