Croglin, Carlisle, CA4

St John the Baptist Church, ready and waiting for cash buyers to discover the potential of this remarkable Grade II Listed Church, where history meets opportunity.

A church has stood on this site since Norman times with the current structure built in 1878, designed by J. Hewison of Edinburgh, now awaiting a new chapter, this historic building presents a canvas for those with vision, though any future change of use will necessitate planning permission and a comprehensive renovation program.

This intriguing property is steeped in character and heritage, waiting to be transformed into a cherished home, commercial space or cultural venture. With its peaceful setting and architectural grandeur, this property offers a truly exceptional proposition for those seeking a unique project with endless possibilities.

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Entrance

Original hardwood door leading into entrance vestibule with dual aspect sandstone windows, quarry tile floor and door into

Nave

With a mix of quarry tile floor to the aisle and floorboards beneath the pews, triple aspect with sandstone windows, step up to;

Chancel

Dual aspect sandstone windows, the one behind the alter being stained glass. Mainly quarry tile / Minton tile floor, with floorboards under the pews, door into;

Vestry

With sandstone window, door to the rear exterior, storage cupboard, sandstone fireplace.

Potential Residential Conversion

Previously, pre-application advice from the local planning authority has indicated that a scheme for conversion to a single residential dwelling would be supported by Eden District Council (now W&F). The plans included on this brochure are for illustrative purposes only and indicate how residential accommodation might be provided within the building. However, other suitable uses would also be considered by the vendors. Completion of the sale of the property would be subject to the grant of planning permission and listed building consent, with the latter requiring the submission of a statement of heritage significance.

Restrictive Covenants

Restrictive Covenants and Pastoral (Church Buildings Disposal) Scheme.

Restrictive covenants will be included in the transfer of the property to ensure that the approved development is
carried forward. Further details of these are available from the agents. A closed Church of England church is sold under special legal provision - a Pastoral (Church Buildings Disposal) Scheme is the legal document empowering the Church Commissioners to sell a closed church for a specific use. The sale of the church would, therefore, be subject to the making of such a scheme following public consultation. Further details about the procedures involved may be found on the Commissioners' website.

Grade II Listed Building

The building is Grade II Listed, this link is direct to the Historic England details:

Alternatively search for the List Entry Number:1144838 on the Historic England website.

Land Registry Title

The property is not registered and the purchaser would need to register it after the sale completes.

Services

Mains electricity. Mains water. Electric boiler and wet heating (unused and untested since at least 2012).

There is no foul drainage from the Church, however the village of Croglin does have mains drainage, and a purchaser should investigate connecting to this. Rights can be granted to run services under the churchyard path.

Please note: the mention of any appliances/services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order.

Externally

There is a provisional area of possible garden/amenity space for inclusion in the sale, a proposed outline of which can be seen in the marketing pictures.

There are burials and memorials in the area being sold and there is no intention that they would be moved, protection of burials and memorials will be written into the transfer conditions. The churchyard contains some medieval memorials as well as grave markers from the late 18th Century. We understand that there is limited burial capacity in the churchyard, in the area behind the church, which is not included in the proposed provisional garden space.

Directions

St John the Baptist Church can be located with the postcode CA4 9RZ and identified by a PFK For Sale board. Alternatively by using What3Words: ///consonant.lots.apple

Referral & Other Payments

PFK work with preferred providers for certain services necessary for a house sale or purchase. Our providers price their products competitively, however you are under no obligation to use their services and may wish to compare them against other providers. Should you choose to utilise them PFK will receive a referral fee : Napthens LLP, Bendles LLP, Scott Duff & Co, Knights PLC, Newtons Ltd - completion of sale or purchase - £120 to £210 per transaction; Emma Harrison Financial Services – arrangement of mortgage & other products/insurances - average referral fee earned in 2024 was £221.00; M & G EPCs Ltd - EPC/Floorplan Referrals - EPC & Floorplan £35.00, EPC only £24.00, Floorplan only £6.00. Anti Money Laundering (AML) compliance check via Landmark referral between £8.50 to £15.50. All figures quoted are inclusive of VAT.

Garden

This plan indicates a provisional area of possible garden/amenity space for inclusion in the sale.

Parking - On street