Middle Street, Spittal, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 1RZ

Location – Spittal, Berwick-upon-Tweed

Spittal is a popular coastal village just 1.5 miles from Berwick-upon-Tweed town centre. Known for its long sandy beach, Victorian promenade, and relaxed lifestyle, the village offers local shops, a primary school, and cafes all within walking distance. Ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
Spittal, situated on the coast at the mouth of the River Tweed, derives its name from a medieval hospital dedicated to St Bartholomew, which once stood in the area. Over the centuries it developed from a coastal parish into a seaside resort and fishing community, drawing visitors for sea-bathing, mineral spas, and lodging houses in the Georgian and Victorian era.

The Properties

Total Plot Size is Circa 0.78 acres there are 2 properties that have been given planning permission for conversion and redevelopment. Number 58 a large stone building dating to the late Georgian era accessed through a gated arch under number 60 Middle street. Number 60 is grade II listed end terrace property and dates from the Victorian Era.

Grade II listing information- 60 Middle Street

Number 60 is grade II listed Historic England – 60 Middle Street Entry #1381794. Number 60 is described below

House, early 19th century. Roughcast front, with painted ashlar quoins and dressings; Welsh slate roof with rendered end stacks. 2 storeys, 2 bays.

Ground floor has central 6-panel door with radial fanlight, in elliptical-headed surround with impost blocks and keystone; and a projecting shop window at left with fluted pilasters, fascia and cornice.

First floor has sash windows with moulded surrounds. Modillion cornice and blocking course.

Rear wing has brick dressings and old 12-pane sash windows.

Accommodation

Planning permission has been granted for the development of 4 residential units at 58–60 Middle Street, Spittal, Berwick-upon-Tweed. The approved scheme includes one one-bedroom cottage, two four-bedroom houses, and one two-bedroom house. The site benefits from private gated access via an archway beneath the front building, leading to a courtyard that provides allocated parking spaces.

Transport

58–60 Middle Street benefits from excellent public transport links, making it highly accessible for both residents and visitors. Local bus services run regularly through Spittal, with stops just a short walk away on Main Street and Sea View. These include connections to Berwick town centre, Eyemouth, Wooler, and other nearby towns, with routes such as the Borders Buses 60 and Arriva’s X15/X18 coastal service.

Berwick-upon-Tweed railway station is located approximately 1.5 miles away—around 5–7 minutes by car or a 25-minute walk. It lies on the East Coast Main Line, offering direct services to Edinburgh (45 mins), Newcastle (45 mins), and London King’s Cross (approx. 3.5 hours), operated by LNER, CrossCountry, and TransPennine Express.

Newcastle and Edinburgh airports can both be accessed via rail, offering additional connectivity for national and international travel.

Tenure

2 Freehold Titles
Freehold title ND155551
Freehold Title ND120810
Lease Title ND120810

EPC

None available

Approved Planning Application & Information

Decision notice dated 19th Nov 2024. Period before expiry 3 years from date of decision notice

Click on the link for information about the planning application.

PDF Planning Drawings Available Upon Request

Services

We are not able to confirm main services are connected to the properties.

Property floors are unstable and rotten in places

We do not advise walking around the first and second floors of the units. Due to severe roof damage the floors are badly rotten in places and are not safe to walk on. A waiver will have to be signed if accessing the property.

Additional Information

For further information please contact our office direct on , or alternatively via e-mail on . With regards to viewing the subject property, this is to be done strictly by appointment through Keith Pattinson Commercial department. Please contact us to arrange an internal inspection, or to register your interest.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to below as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold under either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid on any property marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders buyers must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure AML procedures are carried out in accordance with the law

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price , Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.