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Union Tavern, Union Street, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 5SU

Auction Ends: 23/06/2026

Property Type

Pub

Occupancy

Vacant posession upon completion

Description

A detached former public house with associated yard, beer garden and car park for approximately 20 vehicles offered with vacant possession. The property is located in a predominantly residential area, in close proximity to the Mersey Gateway Crossing, and within easy access to Junctions 11 and 12 of the M65 motorway.

To the ground floor there is a public bar and lounge with approximately 115 covers served by an L-shaped bar servery. Traditional trading rooms, snugs and games area with ancillary trading facilities to include a commercial kitchen, stores and customer toilets in an outbuilding.

The first floor comprises living accommodation being bathroom, kitchen, toilet, 4 bedrooms, living room and laundry room. The basement level comprises beer cellar and stores.

The property benefits from planning consent for change of use to form 6 apartments but could be suitable for a variety of alternative uses, such as convenience retail, fast food takeaway or restaurant, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

Accommodation

The proposed development will provide the following accommodation:

Ground Floor:
Flat 1: 1 bed - 43.60 Sq M (469 Sq Ft)
Flat 2: 1 Bed - 40.20 Sq M (433 Sq Ft)
Flat 3: 1 Bed - 52.70 Sq M (567 Sq Ft)

First Floor:
Flat 4: 1 bed - 29.30 Sq M (315 Sq Ft)
Flat 5: 1 bed - 40.00 Sq M (431 Sq Ft)
Flat 5: 1 bed - 35.10 Sq M (378 Sq Ft)

Total:
Total GIA: 240.90 Sq M (2,593 Sq Ft)

Site Area

Approximately 0.075 Hectares (0.186 Acres)

Planning

For any pre-application advice, interested parties should consult directly with the Local Planning Authority: Halton Borough Council, Planning Department, Municipal Building, Widnes, WA8 7QF. Telephone: 0303 333 4300. Email: dev.control@halton.gov.uk Planning Permission was granted on 17 September 2025 (Application No: 25/00274/COU) for the change of use of the former public house to form 6 apartments.

Occupancy

Vacant posession upon completion

Costs

Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Multi lot timed 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:

• 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyer’s Fee of 1.8% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £2,400 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. 

General

Business Rates:
The property is entered in the 2026 Rating List as 'Public House and Premises' with a Rateable Value of £6,950. The Rateable Value (RV) is not the amount payable. The residential accommodation is listed with a Council Tax assessment in Band A.

Tenure:
We understand the property is held freehold under title numbers CH463421, CH479413, CH218014 and CH218026.

Address

Union Tavern, Union Street, Runcorn, Cheshire WA7 5SU

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