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Guide Price£280,000

Plot 2, The Pastures, Lanchester, Durham, DH7

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4

Key Features

  • Last remaining plot in an exclusive development of 14 self build homes
  • Full detailed planning permission granted for a striking five bedroom, two storey home
  • Generous plot extending to approximately 6,684 sq ft
  • Bespoke architect designed scheme with integral double garage
  • Mature tree belt to the rear boundary for natural screening and privacy
  • Set in Lanchester, one of County Durham's most sought after villages, just 15 minute drive from Durham city

Description

An exceptional opportunity awaits to acquire the final, highly desirable plot within an exclusive development of just 14 self-build homes, nestled in the picturesque village of Lanchester, County Durham. This generous parcel of land, extending to approximately 6,684 sq ft, offers a rare chance to create a bespoke family residence in one of the region's most sought-after locations.

The plot benefits from outline planning permission already granted for a truly striking five-bedroom, two-storey home, and a full planning permission application already submitted with the approval being imminent. The architect-designed scheme is thoughtfully laid out, promising a contemporary and spacious living environment perfectly suited for modern family life. Key features of the approved design include two reception rooms, providing ample space for both formal entertaining and relaxed family gatherings, alongside four well-appointed bathrooms, ensuring comfort and convenience for all residents and guests. A significant advantage of the approved plans is the inclusion of an integral double garage, offering secure parking and additional storage solutions.

One of the most appealing aspects of this particular plot is its natural setting. A mature tree belt forms the rear boundary, providing excellent natural screening and enhancing privacy, creating a tranquil and secluded outdoor space for future homeowners to enjoy. This established greenery contributes significantly to the plot's charm and appeal, offering a ready-made backdrop for landscaping and garden design.

Lanchester itself is renowned as one of County Durham's premier villages, celebrated for its vibrant community spirit, excellent local amenities, and beautiful surrounding countryside. Residents benefit from a range of local shops, highly-regarded schools, and various recreational facilities, all contributing to a high quality of life. The village's strategic location is another major draw; it is just a convenient 15-minute drive from the historic and bustling city of Durham, offering easy access to its university, cathedral, wider retail offerings, and mainline railway station. This proximity ensures that while enjoying the peace of village life, residents are never far from urban conveniences and transport links.

This is a truly unique opportunity for those aspiring to build their dream home, offering the freedom of a self-build project without the complexities of initial planning applications. With all the groundwork laid, prospective buyers can focus on bringing their vision to life in a prime location. The guide price for this exceptional plot is £280,000, reflecting its exclusivity, the value of the granted planning permission, and its desirable setting. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the potential on offer.

Disclaimer: These particulars are for guidance only, do not form part of any contract, and their accuracy is not guaranteed. Measurements, areas and distances are approximate, and no appliance, service or fixture is confirmed as included, tested or in working order unless stated. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on all points by inspection and through their solicitor or surveyor.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
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Date Posted
2026-09-08

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Superfast

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

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

  • Lanchester Endowed Parochial Primary School727 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    455
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • All Saints' Catholic Primary School, Lanchester800 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    165
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Burnhope Primary School1.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    69
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Esh CofE (Aided) Primary School2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    98
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Esh Village2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    203
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic

Secondary

  • St Bede's Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Lanchester0.8 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,240
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • North Durham Academy4.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    935
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Consett Academy4.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,493
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Tanfield School4.4 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    739
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Durham Academy5 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    405
    Type
    Academy converter

* 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

Spar - Lanchester, Lanchester558 metres
Tesco Stanley Superstore, Annfield Plain2.8 miles
Co-op Quebec Street, Langley Park3.1 miles

GP surgery

Lanchester Medical Centre509 metres

Pharmacy

Lanchester Pharmacy586 metres

Hospital

South Moor Hospital Site3.6 miles

Green space

Play Space337 metres

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

Nearest station

Durham Rail Station7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Ford Crescent116 metres

Typical drive times

Consett10 min · 5.8 miles
Stanley10 min · 5.2 miles
Tow Law11 min · 7 miles
Durham (city)13 min · 8.1 miles
Annfield Plain8 min · 3.8 miles

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

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • 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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