Blennerhasset Mill, Green Bank, Blennerhasset, Wigton, Cumbria

For sale by public auction at 6pm, Wednesday 25th November 2026 a truly exceptional, historically important, local sandstone, former water mill, occupying a beautiful riverside setting circa 2.45 acres offering a rare opportunity to create a highly distinctive home of outstanding character.

The property is to be offered for sale by Public Auction at 6pm, Wednesday 25th November 2026 at Aspatria Rugby Club, Bower Park, Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AJ

Occupying grounds extending to approximately 2.45 acres and set alongside the River Ellen, amidst mature woodland and open countryside with far-reaching views towards the Lake District Fells, Blennerhasset Mill is an historic former corn mill believed to date from the 17th Century. Rich in character, heritage and architectural interest, the property offers considerable scope for sympathetic renovation and represents a rare opportunity to create a home of remarkable individuality.

The mill historically served the surrounding villages and remains an important local landmark. Constructed in traditional sandstone, the building reflects the agricultural and industrial heritage of this part of Cumbria, with a wealth of original features and architectural details providing a fascinating insight into its former use.

Of particular interest is the potential, subject to the necessary consents and technical feasibility, to reinstate the former watermill machinery to generate electricity, offering the exciting prospect of incorporating its historic water power into a more self-sufficient, off-grid lifestyle.

Approached via a shared country lane, the property occupies a particularly attractive and private position, surrounded by mature woodland, established grounds and has a partial boundary of the River Ellen. The ownership includes the former mill race, with a private sluice gate providing control of the watercourse from the river. An extraction licence is established and available for reference in the Legal Pack.

A private bridge crosses the River Ellen and leads to an open area of ground which, subject to the necessary consents, may offer potential for further development. Beyond this is a substantial storage building, providing useful ancillary accommodation and further scope for consideration.

The mill itself lies beyond. A three story building, with the mill workings still in place, the property incorporates a substantial side residential extension which is currently at second-fix stage. The extension has been designed to create a spacious three-bedroom home, whilst retaining the character and individuality of the original mill. In addition there is also a detached traditional stone barn, which may offer further potential for conversion or alternative use, subject to the necessary planning and other consents.

Internally, the mill offers an exceptional combination of scale, character and versatility. Original exposed stonework, substantial timber elements, impressive proportions and features associated with its former industrial use create a distinctive backdrop for a future home. The property provides an unusually blank canvas for sympathetic restoration, allowing its historic character to be retained whilst introducing contemporary living accommodation.

The surrounding grounds are equally appealing. Mature trees create a wonderfully secluded setting to enjoy the peaceful surroundings and changing views across the property. The riverside environment supports an abundance of wildlife and provides a rare sense of privacy and tranquillity.

Blennerhasset is a small and attractive rural village, well placed for enjoying the wider attractions of Cumbria. The Solway Coast, Northern Lake District and the market towns and amenities of West Cumbria are all readily accessible, whilst the surrounding countryside provides excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and other outdoor pursuits.

Properties combining this degree of historic interest, riverside setting, land and potential are rarely offered to the market. Blennerhasset Mill presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire an important piece of local heritage and, subject to the necessary consents, create a truly individual home in an outstanding Cumbrian setting.

BUILDINGS
1 - Sandstone Barn (17.36m x 5.89m)
Sandstone barn with concrete floor and slate roof. Currently utilised for storage purposes.

2 – Original Corn Mill
Sandstone construction with slate roof. Three story building with adjoining two story building of the same construction.

3 – Current Property
A semi-complete residential property. Further details available under planning reference 2/98/0678.

SERVICES
The property benefits from a mains water supply with electricity being supplied from a generator. The coal fired Rayburn provides heating to the house.

COUNCIL TAX
Band A

KEY INFORMATION
• Standard construction.
• We understand that broadband and mobile telephone reception are available. For an indication of speeds and supply please see the OFCOM website:
• There is private vehicle parking

NITRATE VULNERABLE ZONE
The land is not within a Nitrate Vulnerable Zone.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCHEMES
The land is not currently entered into any schemes,

SPORTING & MINERAL RIGHTS
The mines and minerals are included within the sale insofar as they are owned.

BURDENS
The property is sold subject to all rights including rights of way, whether public or private, rights of light, support, drainage, water and electricity supplies and other rights, obligations and easements, quasi easements and restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves for masts, pylons, stays, cables, drains and water, gas and other pipes, whether or not constituted in the title deeds or referred to in these particulars.

TENURE
The property is offered for sale Freehold with Vacant Possession on completion.

VIEWINGS
Viewings are strictly by appointment, please contact us on .

METHOD OF SALE
The property is to be offered for sale by Public Auction at 6pm, Wednesday 25th November 2026 at Aspatria Rugby Club, Bower Park, Station Road, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2AJ
A copy of the legal pack is available from the selling agents and our client’s solicitor.
The Seller reserves the right to sell prior to the auction date. The seller also reserves the right to amalgamate, withdraw, or exclude any of the property shown at any time or to generally amend the particulars or order of sale.

SOLICITORS DETAILS
Alex Keegan, Bendles Solicitors, 1 Victoria Place, High Street, Wigton, CA7 9PJ

DEPOSIT AND COMPLETION
The property is to be offered for sale by Public Auction.
The Buyer will be required to pay a deposit amounting to 10% of the purchase price on the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer, at which point exchange of contracts will take place. (The deposit will be non-returnable in the event of the Buyer being unable to complete a sale for any reasons not attributable to the Seller or their Agents).
Completion will take place no later than 10 weeks after the date of auction.

AGENT DETAILS
Jonathan Hird – Jonathan.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
All Prospective Buyers should be aware in order to be in a position to buy at the auction we must first undertake checks in connection with Money Laundering Obligations as part of the new Money Laundering Regulations (The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017). All parties considering bidding provide photographic ID, (i.e. passport/driving licence) and proof of address (i.e. council tax/utility bill) prior to the auction commencing.

Directions
***** VIEWING STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY *****

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If following a satnav, please approach from the Blennerhasset village end of the lane.

Services
Mains water is connected. There is no electricity connection. Please note no formal investigation has been carried out as to the operation of any sewerage system or septic tank, these may not meet the current General Binding Rules 2020 and the property is being sold on this basis. All parties must ensure that their lenders are aware of this.

Key Information:
• Standard construction.
• We understand that broadband and mobile telephone reception are available. For an indication of speeds and supply please see the OFCOM website:
• There is private off road vehicle parking.

Ground Floor

Kitchen/Dining Room

Living Room

Mill

Store

1st Floor

Bedroom

Bedroom

Bedroom

Mill

Store

2nd Floor

Mill