The Former Pump House Weston, Stafford, ST18
- Land size
- 1 acres
Key Features
- Former Edwardian Pumping Station
- Idyllic Riverside Location
- In 1 ac or thereabouts
- Enquiries to Ashbourne Office
Description
A rare opportunity to acquire a unique former Edwardian Pumping Station with planning consent for conversion to a holiday let (subject to conditions) located close to the village of Weston.
Description - An attractive former Edwardian pumping station situated in an idyllic riverside location close to the River Trent near Weston, Stafford. The property enjoys a private location with access via a right of way along a farm track off the A518. The building benefits from planning permission for conversion to a fishing bothy/holiday let, offering an exciting opportunity for purchasers seeking a unique rural retreat. Conveniently located close to Weston Hall and within easy reach of Stafford, the property is an exceptional opportunity for anglers and amenity purchasers alike.
Location - The property is situated directly off the A518, Weston Road, on the outskirts of the village of Weston, Staffordshire. The property is well situated in close proximity to the A51 and M6 and a short distance from the town of Stafford (5 miles) and Uttoxeter (9.5 miles).
Directions - From the centre of Stafford, take the A518, Weston Road towards Uttoxeter, for 2.5 miles. Continue down Weston bank and past Weston Hall with the gateway to the property immediately on the right hand side indicated by our For Sale Board.
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Services - We are not aware of any services connected to the property. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to the availability and suitability of any services.
Tenure And Possession - The property is sold freehold with vacant possession upon completion.
Sporting And Timber Rights - The Mineral, Sporting and Timber rights are included with this property, as far as they exist.
Rights Of Way, Wayleaves And Easements - There will be a right of access over the farm track showed coloured brown on the plan at all times and for all purposes. We are not aware of any public rights of way over the land. The land is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way, easements and wayleaves whether or not defined in these particulars.
Planning - The property has planning permission under application reference 23/37323/FUL for the conversion of the building to form a fishing bothy for holiday use subject to conditions which we understand to include the construction of a filter lane off the A518. Further planning information can be obtained directly from the Stafford Borough Council planning section of the website or by contacting our Ashbourne Office, however we recommend interested parties undertake their own investigations into the planning consent granted.
Viewing - The land may be viewed at any reasonable time when in possession of a copy of these particulars. Please park carefully.
Method Of Sale - The property is for sale by Informal Tender, with the closing date for all tender forms to be submitted being Friday 10th July 2026. All tenders must be received by Bagshaws Ashbourne Office, Vine House, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1AE by Friday 10th July 2026 at 12 Noon.
It should be noted the vendor is not bound to accept the highest or indeed any tender. Any accepted offer is at the seller’s absolute discretion.
To request a tender form, please contact the selling agent.
Vendors Solicitors - Hall Smith Whittingham Solicitors, 1 Dysart Buildings, Nantwich, CW5 5DP
Local Authority - Stafford Borough Council, Riverside, Civic Centre, Stafford, ST16 3AQ
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Fishing Rights - Given the proximity of the River Trent to the property offered for sale, fishing rights over the river are available to lease from the vendor by separate negotiation, offering an attractive opportunity for angling enthusiasts. Further details are available from the selling agents upon request.
Money Laundering Regulations - Please note that all purchasers must provide two forms of identification to comply with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017. Proof of Identification and Proof of Residence. The documentation collected is for this purpose only and will not be disclosed to any other party.
Agents Notes - Bagshaws LLP have made every reasonable effort to ensure these details offer an accurate and fair description of the property. The particulars are produced in good faith, for guidance only and do not constitute or form an offer or part of the contract for sale. Bagshaws LLP and their employees are not authorised to give any warranties or representations in relation to the sale and give notice that all plans, measurements, distances, areas and any other details referred to are approximate and based on information available at the time of printing.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-06-17
Market Value Analysis
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
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- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- St Andrew's CofE Primary School0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 133
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Veritas Primary Academy2.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 424
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- St Peter's CofE Primary School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 218
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- St John's CofE Primary Academy2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 410
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Green Lea First School3.1 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 2 to 9
- Pupils
- 54
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- The Weston Road Academy2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 978
- Type
- Academy converter
- Sir Graham Balfour High School3.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,003
- Type
- Academy converter
- Walton High School3.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,262
- Type
- Academy converter
- Blessed William Howard Catholic School4.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 950
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- King Edward VI High School4.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 646
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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