Smawthorne Lane, Castleford

OPEN TO VIEW AT 15.00 SATURDAY 24th OCTOBER.

FOR SALE BY AUCTION, OFFERED ON BEHALF OF ADMINISTRATORS.

Located in a prominent position on Smawthorne Lane is this impressive detached former working men’s club.

Offering a unique opportunity for potential buyers. Spanning an expansive 7,256 square feet, the property boasts numerous spacious function rooms, bar area, office, beer cellar plus a well-proportioned stewards apartment over the social club. In addition there is a useful parking area and yard making it a versatile space suitable for a variety of uses, subject to the necessary consents.

The location is particularly advantageous, situated in a bustling area near the town centre, ensuring easy access to local amenities and transport links.

For the right user this property offers the potential for a thriving business, development opportunity or community hub.

This property is being offered for sale by traditional auction through our online auction platform. We are pleased to be working in joint agency with Michael Steel and Co, ensuring a comprehensive service for prospective buyers.

Whether you are looking to invest in a commercial venture or seeking a unique property with stacks of potential, this former working men’s club is a remarkable opportunity not to be missed.

Location - The property is located fronting Smawthorne Lane at its junction with Smawthorne Avenue, approximately one mile to the North West of Castleford and with Pontefract approximately two miles to the South East. This is an area of mixed land use within one and a half miles of Junction 32 of the M62 motorway.

Description - The social club premises comprise a substantial detached two storey brick building with attic, cellar and two storey extension.
Th social club accommodation includes bars, concert hall, snooker room, club office, reception and WCs. The upper floors provide three bedroomed steward/manager's flat with useful attic stores and beer cellar/storage.
The property occupies a site which includes a beer garden terrace and enclosed rear yard/parking.

Accommodation -

Upper Floor - Steward/manager's flat amounting to circa 124.25 sq m (1,377 sq ft) comprising of sitting room, kitchen, bathroom, 3 bedrooms and 2 further attic rooms

Ground Floor - And single storey club premises comprising 549.93 sq m (5,919 sq ft).

Lower Ground Floor - Beer cellars and stores

Services - Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage are connected to the property. The services have not been tested and prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to condition and capacity.

Tenure - Freehold

Epc - To be confirmed

Rating - Through Enquiries of the Valuation Office website the premises are assessed for business rates as follows: £19,500.

Auction Information - SALE DATE TO BE CONFIRMED. USUALLY OPEN TO BID FROM 12.00 NOON FOR 24 HOURS: EXPECTED DATE LATE NOVEMBER or EARLY DECEMBER SUBJECT TO LEGALS.

Buying at auction is a contractual commitment, you are legally obliged to buy the lot on the terms of the sale memorandum at the price you bid. If you are the successful bidder, you are required to pay the deposit and auction fees immediately. As agent for the seller, we treat any failure to satisfy your obligations as your repudiation of the contract and the seller may then have a claim against you for breach of contract. You must not bid unless you wish to be bound by the common conditions of auction. *Please be aware there may be additional fees payable on top of the final sale price. These include and are not limited to administration charges and buyer's premium fees payable on exchange, and disbursements payable on completion. Please ensure you check the property information page for a list of any relevant additional fees as well as reading the legal pack for any disbursements.*

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Contract Information - We draw your attention to the Special Conditions of Sale within the Legal Pack, referring to other charges in addition to the purchase price which will become payable. Such costs may include Search Fees, reimbursement of Sellers costs and Legal Fees, and Transfer Fees amongst others.

You must register online to inspect the documents prior to bidding.

The completion date as per the Common Auction Conditions online is 20 business days from the fall of the electronic hammer.

Guide Price - *GUIDE PRICE: This is an estimate of the likely range of selling price and is set at the commencement of marketing. The guide price may change during the marketing period. RESERVE PRICE: This is agreed with the Auctioneer prior to the auction and will not be disclosed to the public. The reserve price is the lowest figure at which the property is available for sale at the auction. If the lot is not sold at the auction then the property may be available for sale afterwards at a higher or lower figure. See online catalogue for full explanation.

Holding Fee - £300 of your holding deposit fee will be used to cover banking costs and does not contribute towards your deposit.

Joint Agency Info - This property is offered as joint agency with Michael Steel and Co