Lyth Hill, Lyth Bank, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY3

A rare opportunity to purchase 0.84 acres of land with two undeveloped buildings both of which have planning permission for conversion for two residential one bed dwellings or holiday accommodation.

Description

A rare opportunity to purchase a parcel of land in Lyth Hill which is 0.84 acre in size, with a large gravel parking area and two undeveloped buildings both of which have planning permission (14/01384/FUL and 15/03651/FUL) for conversion for two residential one bed dwelling or holiday accommodation.

Adjoining these is a fenced area of land which has been used to grow vegetables with a greenhouse and garden shed. Beyond this are two fenced paddocks with access onto the bridle paths.

Location

Lyth Hill is a beautiful area, elevated above the village of Bayston Hill offering some of the best panoramic views of the Shropshire Hills, from The Wrekin in the east to Wenlock Edge in the southeast, and the Stiperstones in the southwest.

The site has areas of woodland, scrub, and open grassland providing a wildlife haven on the outskirts of Shrewsbury. Historically, rope making was carried out on Lyth Hill and Mary Webb, author of 'Precious Bane' and 'Gone to Earth' lived at Spring Cottage on the hill.

There is a bus route into Shrewsbury from Lyth Hill where you can enjoy many activities from Theatre Severn, an assortment of café’s and restaurants, shops, the Quarry Park and walks along the River Severn.

Shrewsbury School, Prestfelde, Shrewsbury High School, The Priory School, Meole Brace Academy, Condover CofE Primary school, are all rated Good or Outstanding schools within six miles of Lyth Hill.

Shrewsbury has a train station with paid parking, with regular services operated by Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales connecting London to Shrewsbury in about 2h 27m, Cardiff to Shrewsbury in 1h 49m and Birmingham to Shrewsbury in 55m (all times are approximate).




Acreage: 0.84 Acres

Directions

From Shrewsbury, proceed south on the Longden road and drive through Hook-A-Gate taking the first left signed Lyth Bank and Lyth Hill. Follow this road up the hill and into the village. Continue straight ahead past the turning for Old Coppice on the left-hand side. Pass the next house on the left (Rope Walk Cottage) and drive past The Rope Walk approximately 100 yards on your right. Turn left immediately after the small brick building just ahead on your left and park here.

Additional Info

Planning information can be found on the Shropshire Planning portal refs: (14/01384/FUL and 15/03651/FUL)