Land to the North West of Frankland Lane, Durham City

The site extends to approximately 48.5 acres in total and is broadly split into two areas. The northern area comprises natural woodland, with approximately 7 acres of previously developed land (former brickworks) situated to the southern area adjacent to Frankland Lane.

The site slopes gently from south to north and is bound by the East Coast Mainline to the west, agricultural land to the north and east, with areas of open green space and a small number of residential and commercial buildings situated to the south.

Access is currently taken via Frankland Lane to the south of the site. The site has been maintained by our client for a significant period of time, however, parties should note that this maintenance will terminate upon legal completion.

The site is located to the north of Frankland Lane, immediately north of Durham city centre.

Situated around the River Wear, the city centre hosts a diverse range of retail, leisure and educational facilities, along with the world famous Durham Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is extremely well connected being served by Durham rail station which lies on the East Coast Mainline and offers regular connections to various regional and national destinations, including Newcastle, York, Edinburgh and London Kings’ Cross to the south, as well as other major UK city destinations. The A1(M) is situated around two miles to the east via the A690 and provides direct road access to the national road network.

The site is also located within walking distance of Milburngate, a newly constructed mixed used development which accommodates office, retail, leisure and residential space. This development also accommodates Durham University’s Business School.