Thornton Lane, Thornton, Markfield, Leicestershire, LE67

The Location

The site is located on the outskirts of the village of Markfield, in a rural setting close to Thornton Reservoir. This semi-rural location offers a desirable balance of countryside living with convenient access to local services and major transport routes. Thornton Reservoir, a popular spot for walking, fishing, and birdwatching, lies nearby and adds to the area’s natural appeal. Markfield, located just to the east, offers a range of day-to-day facilities including shops, pubs, a post office, and a primary school. It also provides direct access to the A50 and M1 motorway, making Leicester, Loughborough and Coalville easily accessible for commuters. The village of Thornton to the west retains much of its historic character, centred around the 13th-century St Peter’s Church and a traditional village pub. The area sits on the edge of the National Forest, offering scenic walking and cycling routes and a strong sense of community.

The Development

This proposal sets out the conversion of a traditional agricultural barn into a well-proportioned, single-storey three-bedroom dwelling, delivered under Class Q permitted development rights. The design thoughtfully combines contemporary open-plan living with the charm and character of a rural setting. The bungalow will provide spacious and practical accommodation comprising an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, three generous bedrooms, a large family bathroom, and a separate WC. The layout has been arranged to ensure all principal rooms benefit from direct access to outdoor amenity space and uninterrupted countryside views. Externally, the scheme seeks to retain the barn’s agricultural identity while enhancing its overall appearance. The existing timber cladding will be preserved, and the outdated fibre cement roof replaced with a high-quality insulated standing seam zinc roof. Carefully selected glazing on the eastern elevation will maximise natural light and (truncated)

Site Area

The property sits within a substantial 4.77-acre (1.93 hectares) site, offering space for gardens, paddocks, hobby farming, or future potential (subject to consents). The land enhances the lifestyle appeal of the development, making it ideal for equestrian or smallholding use.

The Planning

The site benefits from change of use under part 3, Class Q of the Town & Country planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. This was granted by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council on 20th May 2025. The approved application reference is 24/01048/P3CQ and the application allows for “Notification to determine if Prior Approval is required for the change of use of an agricultural buildings to a dwellinghouses (Class C3)". The decision notice includes 7 conditions, and a copy is available via request from the agent or on the planning portal.

Site Access

The site has direct access off Thornton Lane. Conditions 5 and 6 of the decision notice relating to access plans needs to be satisfied, details of which are available by request or on the planning portal.

Utilities

The property benefits from a connection to three-phase electricity. It is understood that mains water is available for connection within the adjacent highway. Prospective purchasers are advised to undertake their own enquiries to confirm the availability, capacity, and suitability of service connections.

Rights of Ways, Wayleaves & Easements

The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves, and easements, whether defined in this brochure or not.

Authorities

Authorities Water: Electricity: Local Planning Authority:

Tenure

Freehold with vacant possession.

Viewings

Contact Gascoines Southwell ) for more information.

Money Laundering

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