School Street, Wolverhampton

Auction House Birmingham are proud to present this former brass foundry and ironmongers, offering investors and developers the opportunity to explore a new future for a distinctive piece of Wolverhampton's industrial heritage.

Historically associated with William Evans, Son & Co., the site's manufacturing roots extend back to around 1854, with the present building believed to date from around 1870. The company's activities included brass founding and lock manufacturing, followed by its longstanding role as an ironmongers and builders' merchant. Council heritage records describe the property as a rare surviving example of a nineteenth-century industrial complex within the City, a compelling story for an investor seeking a project with its own identity.

The property requires complete improvement and refurbishment throughout, presenting a substantial project for purchasers experienced in restoring and adapting older buildings. Its history could become a central feature of a sympathetic refurbishment, giving future accommodation a distinctive connection to Wolverhampton's manufacturing past.

Investors may wish to investigate options such as refurbished commercial premises, studios or workspace, or whether residential accommodation or a mixed-use arrangement could be achievable. These are illustrative ideas only, subject to the building's suitability, structural assessment, financial viability and all necessary planning permissions, building regulations approvals and other relevant consents. No feasibility assessment or approval for these suggestions is implied.

We are advised that the front of the building lies within a conservation area, while published council records also identify the property as locally listed. Its heritage therefore offers both a marketing identity and an important consideration for any proposed works. Purchasers should establish the extent of the designations and applicable requirements directly with the local authority.

Please contact us at Auction House Birmingham for any enquiries.

Accommodation

Property Comprises:

Ground Floor

Main Workshop: 9.60m x 16.41m

Storage 1: 2.45m x 2.46m

Storage 2: 1.94m x 2.52m

WC: 2.84m x 1.)3m

Storage 3: 4.00m x 4.41m

Goods Entry: 9.22m x 17.4m

Front Entrance / Workshop Space: 5.93m x 13.92m

First floor

Workshop 1: 4.82m x 13.65m

Storage 1: 5.37m x 3.84m

Storage 2: 3.69m x 3.92m

Storage 3: 3.80m x 3.33m

Workshop 2: 3.85m x 11.54m

Storage 4: 3.80m x 4.22m


Second Floor

Work Area 1: 3.69m x 6.23m

Storage 1: 3.69m x 3.51m

Storage 2: 3.66m x 3.36m

Storage 3: 3.69m x 4.38m

Tenure

Freehold

Additional Fees

Buyers Premium- 1% PLUS VAT

Administration Charge- £2,040 INCL VAT

Disbursements - Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.