COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY
Chirnside Sawmill, Allanton Road, Chirnside, Berwick, TD11 3XJ
OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £500,000
INTRODUCTION
Chirnside Sawmill presents a rare and versatile commercial opportunity within the Scottish Borders. The property comprises an established former sawmill site with a range of traditional and modern buildings, suitable for continued commercial use, storage, light industrial activity or redevelopment subject to planning. Situated in an attractive semi-rural setting on the edge of Chirnside village, the site offers an excellent balance of accessibility, privacy and flexible use within a strong local catchment.
Site Size - 5.05 Acres
KEY FEATURES
* Established former sawmill and commercial yard.
* Versatile range of steel-framed workshops and storage buildings.
* Generous external yard, circulation and parking areas.
* Direct access from Allanton Road.
* Suitable for commercial, storage, workshop or redevelopment uses.
* Semi-rural setting close to Chirnside village.
* Strong regional links to Berwick-upon-Tweed, Duns and the A6105.
* Flexible site with potential for expansion or reconfiguration (subject to planning).
LOCATION & SITUATION
Chirnside Sawmill is located on Allanton Road on the eastern edge of the village of Chirnside, within the Berwickshire area of the Scottish Borders. The site enjoys a highly accessible position close to the A6105, providing convenient transport links to Berwick-upon-Tweed, Duns and surrounding regional centres.
The village of Chirnside offers a range of amenities including shops, cafés, schooling, GP provision and everyday services, all within approximately 0.5 miles of the site. Berwick-upon-Tweed (approximately 9 miles east) provides supermarkets, leisure facilities and mainline rail services connecting to Edinburgh, Newcastle and London.
Surrounded by attractive countryside yet strategically placed, the location is well suited to a broad spectrum of commercial and operational requirements.
DESCRIPTION
The site comprises a substantial former sawmill complex with a mixture of enclosed buildings, open storage areas and level hardstanding. Structures include a combination of timber and steel-framed workshops, storage bays and processing sheds, offering flexible internal floor areas adaptable to many uses.
The external yard is extensive, providing generous turning, parking and operational space. The layout lends itself to a range of commercial activities including light industrial use, storage and distribution, plant and machinery operations, or repurposing to suit a buyer's specific requirements.
The overall site area offers significant operational capacity and may be suitable for further development or subdivision, subject to planning.
PLANNING SUMMARY
The property has historically operated as a commercial sawmill. Existing buildings and yard areas provide a strong foundation for continued commercial use, repurposing or potential redevelopment. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves regarding planning requirements; however, the previously established commercial use may offer opportunities for alternative employment, storage or workshop uses.
Any redevelopment proposals, industrial, mixed-use or residential would require formal planning consent from Scottish Borders Council. Purchasers are encouraged to undertake their own due diligence.
ACCESS
The site benefits from direct and secure access off Allanton Road. The entrance is suitable for commercial vehicles, and the yard provides ample manoeuvring room for larger plant, vehicles and deliveries.
SERVICES
Services to the sawmill site include three-phase electricity and mains water supply. Foul drainage is provided via a private septic tank system.
RIGHTS, EASEMENT AND WAYLEAVES
The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing rights of way, drainage rights, watercourses, easements and wayleaves, whether public or private, whether expressly mentioned in these particulars or not.
BOUNDARIES
The boundaries of the property will be defined by reference to the sale plan provided within the marketing brochure. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and no responsibility will be accepted by the Vendor or the Agents for defining or verifying the boundaries or their ownership.
METHOD OF SALE
Vacant possession will be provided upon completion.
Prospective purchasers are advised that the sale shall be undertaken in accordance with Scottish legal form. All offers, negotiations, and contractual matters will be governed by Scots law, and interested parties should obtain appropriate independent legal advice to ensure full compliance with the relevant statutory and procedural requirements.
Please send all formal offers to Tim Michie, Michie Group LLP, 5F Linnet Court, Cawledge Business Park, Alnwick, NE66 2GD or email to
VIEWINGS
Viewings are strictly by appointment only.
Please contact the selling agents to arrange an inspection.
Tim Michie MRICS
Michie Group LLP
5F Linnet Court
Cawledge Business Park
Alnwick
NE66 2GD
PLANS AREAS & SCHEDULES
These particulars have been prepared as carefully as possible and are based on the information provided by the Vendor and the HM Land Registry information available. These plans are published for illustrative purposes only and although they are believed to be correct, their accuracy is not guaranteed.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING
In accordance with the most recent Anti Money Laundering Regulations, the purchaser will be required to provide proof of identification, proof of residence and proof of funds to the selling agents once an offer has been submitted and accepted (subject to contract) prior to solicitors being instructed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Michie Group LLP for themselves and for the Vendors or Lessors of this Property give notice that: 1. These particulars are intended to give a fair and accurate general outline only for the guidance of intending Purchasers or Lessees and they do not constitute an offer or contract or any part of an offer or contract. 2. All descriptions, dimensions, references to condition and other items in these Particulars are given as a guide only and no responsibility is assumed by Michie Group LLP for the accuracy of individual items. Intending Purchasers or Lessees should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and should satisfy themselves as to the correctness of each item by inspection or by making independent enquiries. Dimensions of land, rooms or buildings should be checked. Metric/imperial conversions are approximate only. 3. Intending Purchasers or Lessees should make their own independent enquiries regarding use or past use of the property, necessary permissions for use and occupation, potential uses and any others matters affecting the property prior to purchase. 4. Michie Group LLP, and any person in its employ, does not have the authority, whether in these particulars, during negotiations or otherwise, to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property. No responsibility is taken by Michie Group LLP for any error, omission of misstatement in these particulars. 5. No responsibility can be accepted for any costs or expenses incurred by intending Purchasers or Lessees in inspecting the property, making further enquiries or submitting offers for the Property. 6. All prices are quoted subject to contract and exclusive of VAT, except where otherwise stated. 7. In the case of agricultural property, intending purchasers should make their own independent enquiries with the RPA as to Basic Payment Scheme eligibility of any land being sold or leased. 8. Michie Group LLP is the trading name of Michie Group LLP 5F Linnet Court, Cawledge Business Park, Alnwick, NE66 2GD. These Particulars were prepared in December 2025.
