Barn, buildings and land at Greengate Hill Farm, Ashworth Road, Heywood, Rochdale

The property comprises a traditional stone barn with Class Q Prior Approval for conversion to a residential dwelling, accompanied by two useful agricultural buildings and approximately 10.90 acres of grazing land.

The barn forms an attractive focal point within a compact yard, with two additional structures providing valuable storage, workshop and agricultural capacity. The land is located north of the buildings in a ring fenced block, with established trees and woodland edge along the eastern and northern boundaries enhancing privacy and amenity.

The property is situated in an attractive rural position on Ashworth Road, between Rochdale and Heywood, enjoying open views across rolling countryside while remaining highly accessible. Greengate Hill Farm lies approximately 3 miles south of Rochdale town centre and around 2.5 miles from Heywood, with convenient access to the wider North Manchester region via Junction 19 of the M62, located roughly 4 miles to the south. The surrounding area comprises a mix of farmland, wooded cloughs and upland pasture, offering a peaceful rural setting within easy reach of local services, transport links and amenities.
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(Centre of the barn with planning permission)

Method of Sale
The land is offered for sale by private treaty.

Planning
The principal barn benefits from Class Q Prior Approval for conversion to a single residential dwelling under Part 3, Class Q of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. Prior Approval was granted by Rochdale Borough Council under reference 25/00674/PRA56, dated 29 August 2025. The approval permits the change of use of the existing agricultural barn to a dwelling together with associated external works, in accordance with the plans and conditions set out within the decision notice. The agricultural buildings may have alternative use potential (Subject to planning).

Services
Interested parties should make their own enquiries into the provision of services.

Local Authority
The property lies within the administrative district of Rochdale Borough Council.
Address: Number One Riverside, Smith St, Rochdale OL16 1XU
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Health and Safety
Prospective purchasers are reminded that they view the property at their own risk, and that neither the vendor or agent offer any warranty in respect of the safety of the property. Prospective purchasers should take all reasonable precautions when viewing the property.

Enquiries
All enquiries should be directed to Luke Banks at Banks Chartered Surveyors.
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