For Sale by Public Online Auction on 11th December 2025.

A substantial two-storey detached sandstone building with a pitched slate roof, prominently situated on St Mary’s Street, Blackhill.

The building is presented to a fair standard throughout, comprising various classrooms, a kitchen, offices, WC facilities and storage areas. There is also a small office on the first floor that has been inspected; however, the remainder of the first floor has been boarded off and could not be accessed for inspection.

Externally, the property benefits from ample private parking and a garden area to the side, providing additional outdoor space and flexibility of use.

The building is being sold with vacant possession. The property offers excellent potential for a variety of alternative uses, subject to obtaining the appropriate planning consent and use class.

The property is prominently situated on St Mary’s Street in the heart of Blackhill, Consett, a well-established area within County Durham. This convenient location offers excellent accessibility and visibility, positioned just off the main A691 and A692 routes that connect Consett to Durham, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Stanley. The surrounding area is a thriving local centre with a mix of independent shops, cafes, and services, contributing to a steady flow of pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Nearby amenities include supermarkets, schools, and community facilities, making it a practical and attractive setting for a range of commercial or mixed-use purposes.

Public transport links are strong, with regular bus services connecting Blackhill to Consett town centre and the wider region. The property also benefits from secure private parking as well as easy access to free on-street parking, ensuring convenience for customers, staff, or visitors. Overall, the location combines the charm of a traditional community setting with strong transport connections and local amenities — ideal for a variety of business, office, or investment opportunities.

PART A

Local Authority – Durham County Council

Council Tax Band – Commercial

Tenure – Freehold

PART B

Property Type – Detached

Property Construction – Standard

Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls

Electricity supply – Mains

Water Supply – Mains- Unmetered

Sewerage – Mains

Heating - Gas

Fixtures, Fittings & Equipment- Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage

Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website – https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/broadband-coverage

PART C

Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues. However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm)

Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.

Selective licencing area – The Property is not in a selective licencing area.

Article 4 Planning Restricted area - The Property is not in an Article 4 Planning Restricted area.

Rights & Easements- There property has norights and easements.

Flood risk – Very Low

Coastal Erosion – n/a

Planning Permission – no planning applications in the locality.

Accessibility/Adaptations – Has been adapted to suit disabled clients.

Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required.

No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor. This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing. However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.

Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed. If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.

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