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The Black Lion, Main Road, Dorrington, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY5 7JD

Guide Price: £320,000 - £360,000 (+ Fees)

A substantial three storey Grade II listed split level property that has been refurbished and improved and offers the potential for further development.
The ground floor until recently has been used as commercial space (offices/retail/studio or workshop space) and totals a gross internal floor area of approximately 1507 sq.ft. but now has full consent for residential usage.
The first and second floors house residential accommodation containing five bedrooms, lounge, dinning Kitchen, conservatory, bathrooms along with attic store rooms that have yet to be converted.
Viewings:– Via Cottons – 0121 247 2233

The Former Pheasant Inn, 273 Abbey Road, Warley, Smethwick, West Midlands, B67 5NQ

Guide Price: £1,500,000 - £1,750,000 + 20% Vat (+ Fees)



A residential development opportunity occupying a site formerly known as the Pheasant Public House extending to an area of Circa 1.53 Acres and prominently situated at the junctions of Abbey Road and Pottery Road in the popular residential suburb of Warley.
The plot itself is roughly rectangular in shape and comprises of two separate elements:
Firstly - the former public house which is in a derelict condition and has Planning Consent for demolition providing an opportunity for redevelopment of the site thereafter.
Secondly - the site to the rear of the public house which is accessed off Pottery Road and is officially registered The Woodlands B68 9BA, having Planning Consent for the development of 14 semi detached dwellings with estate road and landscaping.
With the exception of the public house the site has been cleared pending redevelopment.
The site is located in a popular and well regarded residential area conveniently within a quarter of a mile from Warley Woods Park, half a mile from Wolverhampton Road (A4123) which provides direct access to the town of Dudley and City of Wolverhampton, one mile from Bearwood Shopping Centre and four miles to the west of Birmingham City Centre.
Planning:
The Former Pheasant Public House
Planning Consent was granted by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council on the 26th of November 2021 (Ref: PD/21/01948) for the proposed demolition of the Pheasant Public House.
Following demolition, the site provides additional redevelopment opportunities and agents on behalf of
the seller have prepared and submitted a Pre-App for this site detailing a scheme of 6 x 3 bedroom townhouses and 11 x one /two bedroom apartments. This document is available on our website and all interested parties should make their own enquiries regarding the viability of the scheme.
The Woodlands Development
Planning Consent was granted by Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council on the 10th of January 2020 (Ref: DC/19/63479) for the proposed development of 14 no. 3 bedroom dwellings with associated access works and landscaping to include alterations of the existing pub car park. The Woodlands Development has a CIL liability of £41,462 with no affordable housing requirement.

LAND INCLUDING ROYAL OC NUCLEAR BUNKER : A FREEHOLD PARCEL OF LAND WITH GATED ROADSIDE ACCESS IN A RURAL LOCATION HOUSING A NUCLEAR BUNKER.

A parcel of land located on the north side of Osier Lane on the outskirts of the village of West Beckham. The land includes a Nuclear Bunker which is believed to have been built in 1961 and is one of 1560 built to the same design. It is considered that the land could suit a variety of uses including a camping/holiday home plot subject to the relevant permissions.
Guide Price: £60,000 * PLUS FEES



There is both power and water on the plot and It is considered that it could make an ideal holiday destination. There is a camping site adjacent to the plot and we have been advised by the seller that he has received advice that it may be possible to obtain permission for holiday accommodation. Interested parties will need to carry out there own investigations into this.
For all planning enquiries please contact North Norfolk District Council on 01263 513 811
Contact: Tel: 01702 311010

The Former Odeon Cinema, 16 -18 Crouch Street East, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3ES

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY: A FORMER ODEON CINEMA IN COLCHESTER TOWN CENTRE WITH POTENTIAL FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL REDEVELOPMENT



An iconic building in the heart of Colchester Town Centre and in arguably it’s most prestigious road, surrounded by boutique shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. Originally built in the 1950’s as the town’s cinema and in a stunning Art Deco design. Though the granted full planning permission has now lapsed, this landmark building still offers an excellent opportunity to redevelop the site into luxury apartments and high specification retail units, with prime street-front locations as well as a variety of other uses subject to the relevant permissions.
Guide Price: £2,100,000 * PLUS FEES
Proposed Accommodation
The Lapsed permission was for the Conversion and new roof to the former Cinema to create 11no. Apartments and Demolition of Auditorium and Erection of New Building to provide 46no. One & Two Bed Apartments, refurbishment of 2no. existing Retail Units and creation of 30 basement car parking spaces.We are advised that further refused application for the erection of a new apartment block in place of the auditorium to provide 55no. apartments, 2no. Retail Units (A1) and 32no. basement car parking spaces is currently awaiting appeal
Planning
For further details relating to both planning applications please see the legal pack and/or visit the Colchester borough council planning portal using the below reference numbersApproved & lapsed application granted on 29/03/2018- Ref-151004Refused Application 20/08/2021 currently being appealed- Ref- 202738
Contact: Tel: 01702 311010

Houseboats For Sale



A unique opportunity to acquire a brand new Greenwich 70, two double bedroom, houseboat by Waterspace Living in central London's most exclusive residential marina at Limehouse.
We now have a show boat available for immediate viewing at Canary Wharf and the next build slot is scheduled for delivery to Limehouse marina in early August. Limehouse marina is an oasis of calm, situated between the City of London and Canary Wharf, surrounded by cobbled streets, historic riverside pubs and numerous renowned restaurants. This vibrant area is served by excellent transport links with quick access to the City, West End and City Airport.
Your new Greenwich 70 is a luxury floating apartment and our interior designers have created luxurious and intelligent layouts using premium fixtures, fittings and furnishings which can be tailored to your personal tastes and requirements. Supplied ready to move on board, these beautiful houseboats are built by craftsmen to the highest standards and offer fabulously spacious, open plan, contemporary space, perfect for living, entertaining and working from home.
Limehouse marina has a great community of boat owners and is a safe, secure, gated environment accessible only by residents and their guests. CCTV, an overnight security team and optional covered and secure private car parking add complete peace of mind.
Further details: https://www.aquavista.com/buy-or-sell-a-boat/boats-for-sale?OrderBy=priceDescending&pageSize=21&pageNumber=1

New Houseboats



Supplied ready to move on board, these beautiful houseboats are built by craftsmen to the highest standards and offer fabulously spacious, open plan, contemporary space, perfect for living, entertaining and working from home.

Poplar marina has a great community of boat owners and is a safe, secure, gated environment accessible only by residents and their guests. CCTV, an overnight security team and optional secure private car parking add complete peace of mind.

The Waterspace Living Greenwich and Hampton ranges are offered for sale with residential moorings at three of Aquavista's London marinas with prices ranging from £230,000 to £340,000 dependent on model, location and length.
Further details: https://www.aquavista.com/buy-or-sell-a-boat/boats-for-sale?OrderBy=priceDescending&pageSize=21&pageNumber=1

The Engine House, Royal Clarence Yard, Weevil Lane, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1AX, UK

Price: £84,950



This remarkable houseboat has been recently commissioned and has never been occupied since her rebuild.
The structure is based on a 40ft Bourne hull and has two floors with access from the stern into a stylish galley. This is really more of a kitchen/diner - 10ft x 8ft 6in - featuring four burner cooker, refrigerator, stainless steel sink and splash backs and loads of storage space.
A passageway to the central cabin passes the impressive heads/shower cabin - 11ft x 5ft 10in - accessed by double doors. A particular and expensive feature is the eco toilet that takes care of waste. The shower cubicle is spacious, at 42in x 26in. There are shelves and a work surface as well.
The passageway leads to a central cabin - 10ft x 8ft 8in - with fitted carpet, opening hatches to port and starboard (called cratches), offering impressive views up and down the river.
There are double glazed windows, some opening, all with blinds. The vessel has ample sockets and Dimplex electric heaters throughout.
This central cabin could be a bedroom, a dining room or a lounge. Double doors lead to a large forecabin, 7ft x 9ft, which could be another bedroom or a seating area. A large hatch floods the room with light during the day and two bulkhead lights provide night illumination. There is also a small hanging cupboard.
Wide steps lead from the galley to the upper saloon, 8ft x 7ft. This has windows on all sides and features a solid fuel stove, as well as an electric heater. Attractive hardwood double doors with brass handles give access to the fore and aft balcony areas.
The forward balcony is large, 8ft x 7ft, with impressive views up, across and down the river. The aft balcony is approx 8ft x 4ft, with glass panels providing wind protection.
https://houseboats.apolloduck.co.uk/boat/house-boats-conversion-for-sale/697748


Hoop Op Welvaart

70ft x 12ft Dutch Barge extremely high standard fit-out    
£169,950
Oxfordshire UK
Website: https://apolloduck.net/676982



Hoop Op Welvaart is a 1907 Dutch Tjalk completely renovated to an extremely high standard between 2015 and today. No expense spared and was to be a forever home but life circumstances have reluctantly forced the sale. Sailed over to the UK in the late 80's this Tjalk has lived an interesting life and was once a working Sailing Barge delivering various goods around the coast of Holland. Tonnage book and some old documents are still with her.
Fits on the Grand Union and Kennet & Avon Canals and all the way up to Lechlade on the Thames for some epic Adventures but still a lovely large home to settle down in!
2 double bedrooms, 4 berth with a den under front deck which will sleep 2 young children.
Lined with white painted ply and Black Walnut trim with Oak and Black Walnut Doors, fitted furniture and details.
Engineered Oak flooring throughout.
Riveted Iron construction with part steel cabin when it was extended and raised giving better head room. Internally the hull has been checked, cleaned and painted as part of the full renovation. Loads of photos of the project can be supplied to the buyer for the boats history.
Epoxy Coated Hull.
All the mod cons and a lovely light space for liveaboard and self sufficient for off grid living.
100mm of Spray foam on ceiling and 65mm on walls throughout making this a very comfortable home all year round.
Mostly Double Glazed and secondary glazing on the large portholes for winter months.
9kw log burner with back boiler for hot water and heating the Radiators throughout.
hot water solar panel.
1kw solar panels PV array.
600w Leading Edge wind turbine with dump to 12v immersion heater.
Webasto diesel boiler and calorifier from engine.
1 Starter and 5 Leisure Batteries with space for more.
Victron 3kw inverter charger.
Victron Solar charger.
Morningstar wind charger.
250l hot water thermal store.
Entrance to Engine Room and small Utility area with coat hanging and storage.
1948 Daimler Benz AG Stuttgart, installed in the Boat in1955 by the original Builders.
Living Room: Lovely open area to be arranged however you wish with space for lounging, dining and working. Large Openable Skylight. 9kw WoodWarm Multi Fuel Burner. Black Walnut and Oak Bookcase incorporating TV.
Kitchen:
Oak Fronts and Black Granite Tops with Large Copper Belfast Sink and 3-way filtered water tap supplying Reverse Osmosis for drinking.
900mm Gas 5 ring Hob and Double Oven Range Cooker.
Waeco 140l 12V Fridge.
We have added 240V freestanding freezer.
Plenty of Storage and a lovely space with small Breakfast bar stool space.
Small Double Bedroom:
Double Bed with Storage under and further Chest of Drawers and Cupboard built into wall.
Bathroom: Large Offset Duravit Bath with Shower.
Cabinet and Bespoke Sink with mirrored Cabinet above.
Seperette Compost Toilet at present but space available for Holding tank and Pump-Out Toilet if prefered and easily swapped over.
Storage.
Master Bed: 5'6" Double Bed with loads of Storage under.
Large Chest of Drawers, Hanging Space and Shelves. Large Openable Skylight.
Den: Low headroom with 2 small beds for Kids to play or sleep.
Equally a great space for Extra Storage. Roof Hatch.
All the necessary Ropes!

There are other websites that handle sales of houseboats

https://aqueductmarina.co.uk/brokerage/