Location
The property occupies a prominent and highly accessible position in the heart of Parbold, an affluent and sought-after village approximately 7 miles north-west of Wigan, with excellent access to the M6 motorway network.
The property is surrounded by established commercial occupiers, independent retailers, restaurants, cafés, professional businesses and local amenities, alongside attractive medium to high-value residential accommodation.
Parbold Railway Station is within a short walking distance and provides services to Manchester and Southport, with the wider road network offering convenient access to Wigan, Chorley, Ormskirk, Standish and the M6.
Description
The property comprises a substantial, detached mixed-use commercial and residential building, occupying a central position on The Common, in the heart of Parbold and extends to approximately 2,854 sq ft (265.14 sq m), offering versatile accommodation with potential for commercial uses, alternative uses, or a combination of, subject to planning.
The ground floor provides flexible accommodation with two separate front entrances and comprises a former shop/reception area with WC, utility room, kitchen and 3 x reception rooms. Previous uses have included a post office, funeral parlour and cafe/coffee shop.
The first floor comprises a spacious 4-bedroom apartment with generous sized bedrooms, master en-suite, family bathroom, lounge and kitchen.
Externally, the property occupies a generous plot extending to approximately 0.196 acres (0.079 hectares), incorporating a large cobbled driveway providing ample parking, an integrated garage, plus a detached double garage and enclosed gardens.
Planning permission was granted in 2023 (ref. 2023/0094/FUL) for the demolition of the vacant rear garages and construction of a replacement single-storey office building. The side garden areas may also offer potential for extension or further development, subject to consent. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries direct with the Local Planning Authority (West Lancashire Borough Council).
Offered with vacant possession, the property provides flexibility for owner-occupiers, investors and investor-developers to occupy, refurbish, reconfigure or redevelop, to suit their requirements.
Services
The mains services connected to the property to include water, gas, electricity supply and of course, mains drainage. Please note that Turner Westwell Commercial have not tested any of the service installations or appliances connected to the property.
Sale Price & VAT
Offers in the Region of £775,000. The property is to be sold with Vacant Possession.
VAT is not applicable.
Council Tax
The residential accommodation is assessed as a 'Band B' property for council tax purposes. The charge for the 2026/2027 financial year is £1,925.67. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries direct with West Lancashire Borough Council.
Use
It is the responsibility of the Proposed Purchaser to verify their intended use of the property (including any necessary change of use planning requirements) are suitable and acceptable to the Local Planning Authority (West Lancashire Borough Council).
Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
In accordance with the Criminal Finances Act 2017 and the regulations set by HMRC and RICS, Turner Westwell Commercial Agents must perform AML due diligence for all clients, as well as for buyers and tenants involved in any transaction. This means we will need to gather personal, detailed financial and corporate information before we can finalise any transaction.
Legal Costs
Each party are responsible for their own legal costs involved in the transaction.
EPC
The property has an current Energy Efficiency Rating of D. The certificate is valid until 24th July 2035. A full copy of the Report is available upon request.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents TURNER WESTWELL COMMERCIAL AGENTS.
