Grade II Listed Former Calcining Works
Expired planning consent for 18 residential units & heritage centre
For Sale By Auction at 6.30 pm on Monday 13th July 2026
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:

A canal-side grade II listed former Calcining Works with previous planning permission for part demolition, conversion & new build of 18 residential units & a heritage centre.

The property may have potential uses subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.

24 Acres of lands immediately opposite the subject property, running parallel to the Trent & Mersey canal has been allocated for the residential development of circa 350 homes as part of the draft local plan (September 2025). See plan attached.

Location:

The property is located on Milvale Street, Middleport, a historically rich, canal-side lane situated within the heart of the Potteries, characterised by a diverse property mix that includes traditional Victorian terraced housing, light industrial commercial units. The location provides excellent access to nearby everyday amenities, with local convenience stores, food outlets, and the Wayne Walker Quality Meats supermarket within half a mile, alongside cultural landmarks such as Middleport Pottery and its canal-side café. Strategic road connectivity is served by the nearby A500 ("D-Road"), which connects residents directly to the M6 motorway and adjacent Staffordshire towns. Rail commuters benefit from exceptional proximity to Longport railway station, located less than half a mile away, which provides direct, short-journey connections to the regional hub at Stoke-on-Trent railway station and broader services toward Manchester and Crewe.

Planning & Supporting Information.:

Full planning consent was granted in 2009 for 'Part demolition of existing buildings, conversion, alterations, and new build to create 18 residential units, undercroft parking, and landscaping and refurbishment of kilns to create heritage interpretation centre' (Ref: 48908/FUL). A full info pack is available on request which includes the following:

- Decision Notice
- Photographs
- Supplementary Documents

NB: Whilst BJB will try and supply as much information as we can about the planning status of the land / property, please be mindful that we are not planning consultants and accordingly it is important that prospective purchasers ensure they have inspected the land / property and rely upon their own enquiries, assessments and due diligence with regards to the planning status and current or potential uses. All information is supplied in good faith and BJB cannot be held liable for any errors or omissions.

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.

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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.