Former Crown Hotel, Station Road, Croston, Leyland, PR26 9RN

Location

The property is located fronting Station Road (B5247) in the village of Croston, near Leyland, Lancashire. Croston is a picturesque village situated approximately 6 miles south of Preston, within the South Ribble district. The property is conveniently located just 0.22 miles from Croston Railway Station, providing easy access to local and regional transport links.

The surrounding area offers a variety of amenities, including local schools and the village is also home to several parks and recreational areas, contributing to its appeal as a family-friendly location.

Description

**CLOSE OF BIDS - TUESDAY 19TH AUGUST 2025 AT 5PM** The former Crown Hotel presents a rare opportunity to acquire a prominent 0.81 acre freehold site. The site offers significant potential for redevelopment, including conversion to residential, or whole sale redevelopment, in line with the present planning consent of 23/00113/FUL. The site would potentially suit residential development or retirement scheme, subject to planning.

This is an excellent opportunity for developers, investors, or owner-occupiers seeking to repurpose a well-located and versatile site in an extremely well regarded and sought-after area.

Services

We have assumed that all mains services are available to the site, however, interested parties must satisfy themselves as to the availability and capacity of all services.

Sale Price

Offers in Excess of £700,000.

VAT

VAT may be applicable and if so, will be charged at the prevailing rate.

Planning/Use

The property was granted planning consent in February 2023 for the demolition of the existing building and construction of a brand-new convenience store, cafe and associated parking, landscaping infrastructure works, under Planning Ref No: 23/00113/FUL.

It is the responsibility of the prospective purchaser to verify their intended use of the property is suitable and acceptable to the Local Planning Authority (Chorley Council).

There is a Data Room available with planning documents for the planning consent 23/00113/FUL, Asbestos Report and existing Site Topographical Plan.

Anti-Money Laundering (AML)

In accordance with the Criminal Finances Act 2017 and the regulations set by HMRC and RICS, Turner Westwell Commercial Agents must perform AML due diligence for all clients, as well as for buyers and tenants involved in any transaction. This means we will need to gather personal, detailed financial and corporate information before we can finalise any transaction.

Legal Costs

Each party are to be responsible for their own legal costs involved in the transaction.

EPC

The property has an current Energy Efficiency Rating of C(64). The certificate is valid until 4th December 2030. A full copy of the Report is available upon request.

Viewings

The site can be viewed from the road side. It is noted by our client that internal viewings are not possible, as the property is deemed unsafe.