Former Tamworth Central Methodist Church, Aldergate, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B79 7DJ
Freehold town centre church in Tamworth
Guide price*
£150,000+
Plus fees
Sold for £180,000.
Lot information
Commercial Vacant
Auction details:
Thursday 18th May 2023 @ 09:00AM
Live-streamed Auction
A Vacant Freehold Town Centre Former Church, Considered Suitable For A Wide Variety Of Alternative Uses Subject To Any Necessary Planning Permission
Property Description
The property comprises a former church premises of brick construction with a pitched slate roof dating from 1886. The front portion of the building was originally single storey however a mezzanine floor was added in the 1970's, which has resulted in it now being two storey. At the rear is the original two storey section which was previously used as school rooms. Currently the accommodation is configured to provide on the ground floor Lobby, Vestry, Lower School Room, Meeting Room, Two Kitchens and WC's. On the first floor is a Landing, the Main Worship Room and Upper School Room.Location
The property lies to the western side of the B5493, Aldergate, between St John's Street and Lichfield Street within a mixed residential and commercial environment within Tamworth town centre.Tamworth is a Staffordshire Market Town lying approximately 14 miles north east of Birmingham, and benefits from good access to the midland motorway network via junction 10 of the M42 motorway and the M6 toll.
Tenure
Freehold – Vacant possession upon completion.Value Added Tax
We understand VAT is not applicable 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.Accommodation
| Unit | Sq.m. | Sq.ft. |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Floor | ||
| Lobby | 16sqm | 172sqft |
| Vestry | 8.4sqm | 90sqft |
| Lobby | 3.85sqm | 41sqft |
| WC | ||
| Lobby | 22.53sqm | 242sqft |
| Lower School Room | 80.12sqm | 862sqft |
| Kitchen 1 | 19.37sqm | 208sqft |
| Kitchen 2 | 19.89sqm | 214sqft |
| Meeting Room | 92.03sqm | 990sqft |
| First Floor | ||
| Main Worship Hall | 212.20sqm | 2,284sqft |
| Upper School Room | 80.25sqm | 864sqft |
| Landing | 5.68sqm | 61sqft |
| Total Approximately | 560.32sqm | 6,028sqft |
DISCLAIMER
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LIVE-STREAMED AUCTION
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