LOCATION
The Site occupies an attractive position fronting Delph Lane, within the sought-after village of Charnock Richard, a desirable semi-rural location in the Borough of Chorley, Lancashire.
Charnock Richard is located approximately 3 miles from Chorley, 6 miles from Wigan and 10 miles from Preston, with Leyland and Standish both within easy reach. The village is well placed for commuters, benefiting from excellent connectivity to the M6 (Junction 27), M61 and A6, providing convenient access to Preston, Wigan, Manchester and the wider North West.
Local amenities within Charnock Richard include a primary school, village hall and public houses, with further everyday services, supermarkets, healthcare facilities and leisure amenities available in nearby Chorley and Standish. The area also benefits from a range of countryside walks and recreational opportunities, contributing to its strong residential appeal.
The surrounding area is characterised by attractive countryside, established residential development and a strong demand for high-quality village housing. The site's combination of a peaceful setting, excellent transport links and proximity to local services makes it a highly desirable location for residential development.
LAND DESCRIPTION
This attractive parcel of land extends to approximately 0.18 hectares (0.44 acres). The site benefits from frontage to Delph Lane and is enclosed by mature hedgerows and established trees, with a substantial belt of woodland along the rear boundary adjoining the railway corridor. These features provide a private, well-screened setting.
The land is currently maintained as garden land, having historically been used as allotments, and presents an excellent opportunity for residential development. The site benefits from Permission in Principle for the construction of up to two dwellings, offering purchasers the opportunity to bring forward a high-quality residential scheme, subject to obtaining the necessary technical consents and approvals.
A significant enhancement to the site's development potential has recently been secured: Electricity North West (ENWL) has confirmed that it will relocate the existing overhead electricity line and telegraph pole which currently cross the site. Importantly, these works will be undertaken at ENWL's expense, removing a notable constraint and further improving the attractiveness of this exceptional development opportunity. Please note that this process is ongoing.
TENURE
Freehold. The property will be sold with vacant possession upon completion. Title Reference: LA821145 (the plot forms part of this title).
SERVICES
MacMarshalls Ltd have not tested any services and purchasers should satisfy themselves as to their presence and working condition prior to exchange of contracts.
PLANNING
Permission in Principle (stage 1) was granted on 10th October 2025 for the erection of up to 2 no. dwellings (25/00775/PIP). The land is situated within the Green Belt, though it has been assessed as grey belt for the Stage 1 PIP.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
The local authority is Chorley Borough Council, Union Street, Chorley, PR7 1AL.
RIGHTS OF WAY, EASEMENTS AND WAYLEAVES
Access to the site is taken directly from Delph Lane. Purchasers should satisfy themselves that the proposed access arrangements meet their development requirements. The land is sold with the benefit of, and subject to, all existing rights of way, easements and wayleaves. The overhead line and telegraph pole that crosses the Site is proposed for relocation by ENWL, at no cost to the purchaser.
METHOD OF SALE & GUIDE PRICE
The site is offered For Sale by Private Treaty with a guide price of offers over £140,000. Interested parties are invited to contact the selling agent to discuss their interest.
PROOF OF FUNDS
Proof of funds and ID documents confirming identity and addresses are required when an offer is submitted (certificated copies of two forms of formal identification).
VIEWINGS
Please contact the agents to arrange a viewing. Site security restricts access to unaccompanied viewers.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Prospective purchasers are respectfully reminded that they should take all reasonable precautions when viewing the property and observe necessary health and safety procedures. Please take care in respect of any uneven ground. The vendors for themselves, and MacMarshalls Ltd as their agents, accept no liability for any health and safety issues arising out of viewing the property.
