Former Chellaston Methodist Church, High Street, Chellaston, Derby DE73 6TB

The property comprises a traditional Methodist Church, constructed in or around 1873, together with an assembly hall built to the rear, in 1901. The Church is of traditional solid brick construction, under a pitched roof with exposed trusses internally, and is overclad with concrete tiles.

The Church benefits from entrance hall/porch with UPVC-framed double glazed doors, and access through to a reception/Vestry, with beamed ceiling and timber flooring, with Organ balcony above. There is access through to the place of Worship, with part-timberclad walls, exposed roof trusses, radiant hot water heating pipes, and suspended lighting.

The assembly hall to the rear provides reception/hall with laminate flooring, fluorescent strip lighting and part-fitted kitchen, with serving hatch to the assembly hall. The main hall has laminate flooring, and incorporates a stage area. In addition, there are an accessible WC, and ladies WC. Externally, are landscaped grounds, and prefabricated outside store area.

The property is situated in a slightly elevated position above High Street, close to the junction with Derby Road and Swarkstone Road, within the centre of Chellaston. The immediate surrounding area is put to mixed uses, and the site immediately adjoins the Lawns Hotel, and is conveniently located for a range of facilities, including Highbury Community Centre, Chellaston Academy, and Lidl.

Floor Areas:

Church 1,379 sq. ft. 137.4 sqm.

Church Hall 1,301 sq. ft. 120.87 sqm.

Prefabricated Store 100 sq. ft. 9.3 sqm.

Planning
The local planning authority is Derby City Council, and the property currently falls within Use Class F1, Place of Worship, as defined by the Town and Country (use Classes) Order 1987, (Amended) (England) Regulations 2020. Alternative uses may be appropriate, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent. We would recommend that all interested parties make their own enquiries with the local planning authority.

Vacant posession upon completion

Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Live streamed auction and is being sold under the Unconditional sale type.

Binding contracts will be exchanged at the point of sale.

All sales are subject to our Common Auction Conditions and Bidder Terms. Properties located in Scotland and Northern Ireland will be subject to applicable local laws.

Auction Deposit and Fees

The following deposits and non- refundable auctioneers fees apply:

• 5% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyer’s Fee of 4.8% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £6,000 inc. VAT)

There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.

Additional Information

For full details about our auction processes, please refer to the Bidder Terms which can be viewed on our home page.

This explains the types of auction and sale methods we offer, the bidding registration process, your payment obligations, and how to view the Legal Pack (and any applicable home report for residential Scottish properties).

Guide Price & Reserve Price

Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or - 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms. 

Note
Please be advised that whilst our joint agent has conducted an inspection, the auctioneers have not personally inspected the property. Prospective buyers are advised to make a viewing enquiry and any other necessary independent enquiries before placing their bid, as this will be binding.

Draft Sales Particulars
These sales details are awaiting vendor approval