Halls Newsagents, Old Print House, Market Square, Kirkby Stephen CA17 4QT

For sale by Auction on 30 April 2026.

A freehold Grade II listed, mixed use property located in Market Square, Kirkby Stephen, within in a highly prominent position and offered with vacant possession upon completion.

The accommodation comprises:

Ground floor commercial unit (previously newsagents/shop, approx. 702 sq. ft.) with shelving, racking and counter.

Basement cellar/storage (approx. 702 sq. ft., with separate access).

Residential accommodation:

First Floor
Access via stairs from separate side entrance or from shop: Landing with stairs to second floor;

Living Room (4.94m x 4.13m), with TV point; Kitchen, (4.08m x 4.90m) with modern wall and base units, electric oven and hob, built in dishwasher, stainless steel sink unit and
plumbing for washing machine; (not tested).

Living Room 2 (3.87m x 5.17m)

Second Floor
Bathroom having bath with shower over, wash hand basin, wc, airing cupboard with immersion heater;

Bedroom 1 (2.55m x 4.18m);

Bedroom 2 (2.23m x 4.16m);

Master Bedroom 3 (5.16m x 3.79m) with en-suite bathroom having
three-piece suite;

The property benefits form a total internal area approx. 2650 sq ft


Kirkby Stephen is a vibrant market town positioned at the north-west gateway to the Westmorland Dales area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It lies just 5 miles from the A66 and 10 miles from Junction 38 of the M6, offering convenient access to Kendal, Penrith, Barnard Castle, Appleby, and the wider Lake District.

The scenic Settle–Carlisle railway is close by, and the popular Coast-to-Coast footpath passes directly through the town. The community is well served by highly regarded primary and grammar schools, a good selection of shops, restaurants, pubs, places of worship, and a doctors surgery. A weekly outdoor market and a traditional agricultural mart add to the town’s character and appeal.

Note: Please be advised that the auctioneers have not personally inspected the property and the photos were taken some time ago. Prospective buyers are advised to make a viewing enquiry and any other necessary independent enquiries before placing their bid, as this will be binding.

Tenure: Freehold

EPC Rating: Exempt

Terms:
Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Live streamed auction and is being sold under the Unconditional sale type.

Binding contracts will be exchanged at the point of sale.

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• 5% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyer’s Fee of 4.8% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £6,000 inc. VAT)

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