Former Fairnington Centre, Corbridge Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46
- Land size
- 1.68 acres
Key Features
- Development Opportunity
- Approximately 0.68 Hectares (1.68 Acres)
- Existing Buildings approximately 1,079 Sq M (11,614 Sq Ft)
- Planning consent for 34 dwellings, including 32 apartments (25no. two bedroom and 7no three bedroom apartments) and 2no two bedroom townhouses Potential for alternative schemes STPP
- Located in Hexham - one of Northumberland's most desirable and historic market towns
- Walking Distance to Hexham town centre
Description
Upon instructions of the Joint Administrators : DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY APPROXIMATELY 0.68 HECTARES (1.68 ACRES) WITH EXTANT PLANNING FOR 32 APARTMENTS AND 2 TOWNHOUSES
Description
BEST OFFERS BY FRIDAY 3RD OCTOBER.
The property provides a former workhouse, constructed in around 1839. After closure, the property was used as the administration block for Hexham General Hospital however the buildings have been vacant for a number of years and are now in a dilapidated condition and require full renovation. The buildings are largely two storey, with some three storey elements and are constructed with stone elevations, set beneath pitched slate covered roof sections. They are laid out in blocks, known as the North, South, East and West Block surrounding two main courtyard areas to the centre. There is a large grassed area to the southern part of the site and a further overgrown area to the north.
The site extends to a total of 0.68 Hectares (1.68 Acres), with planning consent previously being granted for conversion of the existing buildings to provide a scheme of thirty-four dwellings to include thirty-two apartments (25no. two bedroom and 7no three bedroom apartments) and 2no two bedroom townhouses. This scheme was approved in December 2019 under ref: 19/01380/FUL, and we understand a material start has been made by demolition of some elements. The buildings are identified as a Non-Designated Heritage Asset in the Hexham Neighbourhood Plan.
Interested Parties should obtain their own independent advice and consult direct with the Local Planning Office.
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Location
Situated in the heart of Hexham, one of Northumberland's most desirable and historic market towns. This location will offers residents of any completed scheme immediate access to a wealth of local amenities, including independent shops, cafes, restaurants, and Hexham Abbey and parks, all within walking distance. Excellent transport links further enhance the appeal, with Hexham railway station nearby providing direct routes to Newcastle and Carlisle, making it ideal for both commuters and downsizers seeking a blend of town convenience and countryside charm. The site's central position will ensures strong appeal to a wide range of potential buyers of any units that ultimately developed.
Located next to the site is an NHS building alongside a community centre and to the other side of the property is a block of retirement flats. The property is also opposite Hexham General Hospital.
Tenure
The property is held freehold on Title ND215643.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
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- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
Market Value Analysis
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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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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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
10 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Hexham First School484 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 9
- Pupils
- 68
- Type
- Community school
- St Mary's Catholic First School, Hexham794 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 9
- Pupils
- 81
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- The Sele First School848 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 9
- Pupils
- 390
- Type
- Community school
- Acomb First School1.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 9
- Pupils
- 58
- Type
- Community school
- Beaufront First School1.8 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 9
- Pupils
- 62
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Hexham Middle School422 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 619
- Type
- Academy converter
- St Joseph's Catholic Middle School, Hexham1 mileNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 168
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Queen Elizabeth High School1 mileOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 13 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,299
- Type
- Academy converter
- Corbridge Middle School2.9 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 367
- Type
- Community school
- Haydon Bridge High School6.3 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 392
- Type
- Foundation school
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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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- 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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