Deadline for pre-auction offers are to be received by 12.00 on Tuesday 26th August 2025
9.49 Acres of Woodland & Storage Barn
Potential for alternative uses (subject to planning)
For Sale By Auction at 6.30 pm on Monday 15th September 2025
at the Double Tree By Hilton Hotel, Festival Park, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5BQ
Contact the Auction Team to Register: 0800 090 2200 or auction@bjbmail.com

Description:

9.49 Acres of woodland, with an existing steel frame timber clad storage barn measuring approximately 208 sq. m (2239 sq. ft). The property may have potential for alternative uses subject to obtaining necessary planning approvals.

Location:

The subject property is located within The Wrekin, an Area of outstanding natural beauty. The subject property borders the Wrekin Golf Club, and is surrounded by public footpaths and wildlife walks, widely used for leisure by local residents. The property is located 5 miles from the town of Telford, here a wide range of amenities can be sourced including the Telford centre, which is a multi purpose entertainment and shopping complex. The nearest major connecting road is the M54 Motorway. Telford central railway station is the closest major railway hub, which sits on the Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury line.

The What3Words for the subject property are available on request.

Accommodation:

The property comprises a single barn of steel frame construction with timber clad blockwork walls. The barn contains three roller shutter and pedestrian doors, behind which the barn has been split up into three units.

Planning & Supporting Information.:

The existing property benefits from the following planning consent under the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 under the prior approval procedure received 28/05/2019.

Planning Ref: TWC/2019/0436

"Application for prior notification of forestry development for a proposed implement / timber store. Maddocks Hill Quarry, Little Wenlock, Telford, Shropshire. Telford & Wrekin Council determines that prior approval is NOT REQUIRED for the siting, design and external appearance of the building under Part 6 of Schedule 2 of The Town & Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. The development must be carried out within 5 years from the 28/05/2019 and in accordance with the details submitted."

Further details are contained in the Property Info Pack.

We are not aware of any other current or historic planning consents in relation to this site, however there may be potential for alternative uses subject to the necessary planning permission and consents. It is important that prospective purchasers ensure they have inspected the site and rely upon their own enquiries, assessments and due diligence with regards to its current and potential uses.

Please note that we have been informed that there is a planning enforcement on file for a ‘Tree Replacement Notice’ with the local authority. We understand that this has yet to be served and no formal enforcement action has taken place. Please take advice from the relevant professionals.

Business Rates / Council Tax:

The land and property is currently listed as agricultural / forestry use and accordingly is not listed for Business Rates or Council Tax. All potential buyers of this lot are requested to make their own enquiries regarding their potential use for the property and any rates liability which may arise.

Pre-Auction Offers.:

Any pre-Auction offers should be submitted via e-mail to residential-land@bjbmail.com. All offers will be forwarded to the client for consideration, but please be aware that the majority of clients prefer to let the marketing run for a period, prior to giving serious consideration to accepting any pre-Auction offer.

Legal Pack.:

Purchasing a property at auction is a firm commitment that carries the same legal implications as a signed contract by private treaty. It is important that you consult with your legal adviser before bidding and also your accountant regarding the impact of VAT, if applicable, on the sale price. The legal pack can be viewed online via our website www.buttersjohnbee.com. Legal packs can also be viewed at the selling office. These documents should be passed to your legal adviser as they will help you make an informed decision about the lot. If you need further legal information please contact the vendor's solicitor whose details will be in the auction catalogue. Remember that you buy subject to all documentation and terms of contract whether or not you have read them.

Internet, Telephone and Proxy Bidding:

We are pleased to announce that we are now back in the Auction room at the Double Tree Hilton Hotel (Moat House). However, we also have the other bidding options available: On-Line / Telephone / By-Proxy. You will need to register in advance and provide two forms of ID. Register at www.buttersjohnbee.com/auction or contact the Auction Team on 0800 090 2200 or auction@bjbmail.com.

Deposit:

Please note that a deposit of 10% of the purchase price (Min £3,000) will be due on Exchange of Contracts, whether the land / property is sold prior to Auction, in the Auction room or after the Auction.

Looking for Land & Development Opportunities?:

Please note that not all land & development opportunities will appear on our website. To ensure that you do not miss out on these opportunities please e-mail: residential-land@bjbmail.com or call the Land & New Homes team to discuss your requirements.

All Enquiries:

Alex Djukic BSc MSc
Regional Land Manager
Land & Development
residential-land@bjbmail.com
01782 211147

Joe Boulton
Assistant Land Manager
Land & Development
residential-land@bjbmail.com
01782 211147

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Butters John Bee Estate Agents is the seller's agent for this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. We make detailed enquiries of the seller to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.