
Uploders

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Key features
- Suitable for a variety of uses Residential Redevelopment, Commercial, Community STPP
- Situated in a prominent location within the sought after village of Uploders, within easy reach of local amenities.
- Freehold Detached Building with Vacant Possession
- For Sale by way of Informal Tender
- Closing date for bids: 12 noon, Friday 30th January 2026
Description
Site Description
A Detached Grade II Listed Former Methodist Church in a Prime Village Setting. Set in the heart of the picturesque and highly sought-after village of Uploders, this charming Grade II Listed former Methodist Church offers a unique opportunity to acquire a characterful freehold property within a Conservation Area and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Occupying a prominent position along the village lane, the building is situated behind attractive stone boundary walls and ornamental railings,
with elegant stone pillars framing the main entrance. The accommodation comprises: Entrance lobby, Main church hall with original architectural features, Small kitchen area, Mezzanine seating/gallery area.
Externally, the building is accessed via pedestrian gates to the front and side. There is a paved side area, a pathway encircling the building, and an external WC to the rear. Please note: there is currently no vehicular access or on-site parking. Set within a plot extending to approximately 0.03 acres, this distinctive detached building offers considerable potential for a range of alternative uses (subject to planning permission).
Situation/Location
Uploders is a picturesque and sought-after village nestled in the heart of West Dorset, just a few miles east of the vibrant market town of Bridport. Characterised by its charming stone cottages, peaceful rural setting, the village lies within a designated Conservation Area and is surrounded by rolling countryside typical of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The area is well-connected by road links, including the nearby A35, providing convenient access to Dorchester, Lyme Regis, and beyond.
Method of Sale
Tenders are invited by informal tender for the freehold interest on an unconditional basis.
Tenders should include the following:-
- The amount to be offered for the property.
- Proof of funding
- Solicitor¿s details
- Confirmation of Board approval, if required
- Exchange and completion timescales
- Level of deposit to be paid.
The vendor reserves the right not to accept the highest or any offer.
Offers should be submitted by completing the informal tender form no later than 12.00 NOON FRIDAY 30TH JANUARY 2026.
Tenders should be e-mailed to Laura Jacobs.
Planning/Local Authority
Planning/Local Authority The local authority is Dorset Council.
Please Note
VAT:
Under the Finance Act 1989 VAT may be added to the sale price or rent quoted, we recommend that prospective buyers satisfy themselves and establish the VAT implications prior to entering into any agreement.
SERVICES:
Enquiries should be made to the appropriate authorities and prospective purchases are advised that they are entirely responsible for ensuring that their proposed needs are met.
AGENTS NOTE:
All measurements are approximate only. The site area measurement has been taken from an ordnance survey extract and has not been checked on site by Goadsby. Therefore, any measurement cannot be guaranteed and prospective buyers should satisfy themselves prior to entering into any agreement.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Under Anti Money Laundering Regulations, we are obliged to verify the identity of a proposed purchaser once a sale has been agreed and prior to instructing solicitors. This is to help combat fraud and money laundering and the requirements are contained in statute. A letter will be sent to the proposed purchaser once terms have been agreed.
ALL MEASUREMENTS QUOTED ARE APPROX. AND FOR GUIDANCE ONLY. THE FIXTURES, FITTINGS & APPLIANCES HAVE NOT BEEN TESTED AND THEREFORE NO GUARANTEE CAN BE GIVEN THAT THEY ARE IN WORKING ORDER. YOU ARE ADVISED TO CONTACT THE LOCAL AUTHORITY FOR DETAILS OF COUNCIL TAX. PHOTOGRAPHS ARE REPRODUCED FOR GENERAL INFORMATION AND IT CANNOT BE INFERRED THAT ANY ITEM SHOWN IS INCLUDED.
Solicitors are specifically requested to verify the details of our sales particulars in the pre-contract enquiries, in particular the price, local and other searches, in the event of a sale.
DRAFT DETAILS
We are awaiting verification of these details by the seller(s).
Brochures
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