Surman Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1

Summary of Features

* Single storey garage block of some 1,100 sq ft * Space for +4 vehicles * Storage and alternative use options * Potential for redevelopment * Central city location

Location

* Mileages: Worcester City Centre, Droitwich 6 miles, Malvern 8½ miles, Ledbury & Tewkesbury within 17½ miles, Stratford-upon-Avon & Cheltenham 25 miles, Hereford 27 miles, Birmingham 32 miles * Road: M5 (Jct 7) <3½ miles, M42 & M50 14 miles * Railway: Worcester Foregate St 0.2 miles, Shrub Hill 1 mile & Parkway 5 miles * Airport: Birmingham (38 miles), Bristol (73 miles)

Situation

This property is centrally located within the historic Cathedral City of Worcester, on the banks of the River Severn. This position benefits from excellent commuter links, with Malvern, Hereford and Birmingham within easy reach, and a mainline rail station within a 5-minute walk.

The Tything Garages

* This block of single storey garages has been used for car parking and storage for many years. The building is of an older construction and is formed of brick skin walls under a corrugated tin roof. * The access roadway is owned but shared with several other users who have a legal right of way, all parties having a responsibility not to block passage. * These buildings have not had recent investment but are considered to be a good opportunity for redevelopment. No applications have been made for a change of use and interested parties must take their own advice on this opportunity.

Material Information

Services

There are no services currently connected however, mains services are available to the surrounding buildings.

Access

Via a privately owned, shared, tarmac driveway off the publicly serviced Surman Street. Current access to the open fronted car ports (as pictured) is via third party arrangement with the neighbouring property owner.

Local Authority

Worcester City Council: .

Rates

Business rated at £1,247.50 for 2024/25.

Tenure

Freehold.

EPC

Not applicable.

General Information

Local

Worcester City centre has an excellent range of amenities, including the University of Worcester, schools and colleges, several supermarkets and an array of shops, cafes and eateries, galleries, and museums, as well as the Worcester Royal Hospital, and Worcester Cathedral (dating to the Medieval period). Royal Worcester Porcelain, the composer Edward Elgar and Lea & Perrin’s Worcestershire sauce all hale from this historic City, which has evidence of settlements dating back to 700 BC.

Recreational

Worcester is home to the County Cricket Club and a wide range of sports clubs, including rugby and leisure facilities, all within easy reach of this location. Worcester Rowing Club is one of the largest clubs in the region, and there are some excellent golf courses close by. The Swan Theatre, museums, an Art Gallery and cinemas are also readily available. The renowned Malvern Hills are within easy reach and provide great opportunity for outdoor activities.

Directions

From Worcester Foregate St Station: Head west on the A38 into The Tything for about 0.25 miles (430 metres) then take the right turning into St Oswald's Road. Continue 65 metres and take the first right into Surman Street, proceed 50 metres and fork right into a private tarmac road. The building will be immediatley on your left side. PLEASE DO NOT block this roadway, it is shared by several users.

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Viewings

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Agents Notes

Grant & Co and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. 2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. The Agents have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Fixtures & Fittings Unless mentioned specifically all fixtures & fittings are excluded from the sale.