COMMERCIAL
Bleathwood Lodges, Near Ludlow - Offers Invited by 17th July 2026
POA
- PROPERTY TYPE
Commercial Development
- SIZE
539,708 sq ft
50,141 sq m
Key features
- OFFERS INVITED BY 17TH JULY 2026 - (informal tender process)
- Implemented planning consent for 45 holiday lodges
- Very low density and with 12 months holiday use
- 12.39 acres with scope for further infill, subject to planning
- New 450kVa electricity substation installed
- New adopted Severn Trent foul water pumping station installed
- Suits a larger development of static caravans, subject to planning
- House for conversion to reception/staff/owner's accommodation
- Approx 8 miles southeast of the medieval market town of Ludlow
Description
A rare opportunity to acquire a consented, infrastructure-ready holiday lodge development site extending to approximately 12.39 acres, situated on the edge of the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to Ludlow.
The site benefits from planning permission for 45 holiday lodges, alongside substantial completed infrastructure works, allowing an incoming purchaser to fast-track development.
There is also clear potential, subject to planning, for a higher-density alternative scheme such as static caravans or an expanded holiday park offering.
Location
The site occupies a highly attractive rural tourism setting on the edge of the Shropshire Hills AONB, approximately 8 miles south-east of Ludlow, a historic and highly sought-after market town.
Ludlow is renowned for its strong tourism economy, food culture, and heritage attractions, including Ludlow Castle and Stokesay Castle, and is often referred to as the "gastronomic capital of Shropshire".
Regional connections:
28 miles to Shrewsbury
23 miles to Hereford
42 miles to Birmingham
The surrounding area offers extensive leisure and outdoor appeal, including the Clun Valley, Long Mynd, Stiperstones, Carding Mill Valley and The Wrekin, making it a strong year-round destination for domestic tourism.
Description
The site comprises a gently sloping, south-facing development plot extending to approximately 12.39 acres, with far-reaching rural views across the Shropshire / Herefordshire border.
Planning permission is in place for a low-density scheme of 45 holiday lodges, equating to less than 4 lodges per acre.
In our opinion, the site offers clear scope, subject to planning, for a significantly increased density scheme, including static caravans in excess of 100 units or alternative leisure-led development.
The site has been cleared and is ready for immediate development.
Planning
Planning permission: Ref P/194418/F
The consent allows for 45 holiday lodges, subject to standard planning conditions.
A key condition (Condition 12) states:
"No individual shall reside on site in any accommodation hereby permitted for more than 28 consecutive days and no more than for a total of 140 days in any calendar year."
Interested parties should make their own enquiries in relation to the potential variation of this condition.
Full planning history and supporting documents are available in the data room or via Herefordshire Council planning portal.
Infrastructure
The site benefits from significant completed infrastructure investment, including:
New 450kVa electricity substation installed
New Severn Trent adopted foul water pumping station connected to mains
Mains water connection to site
Site cleared and development ready
These works significantly reduce upfront delivery risk and cost for an incoming developer.
Former Owner's House
Located at the site entrance, the existing dwelling offers flexible use options:
Conversion to reception / office with staff accommodation above
Alternatively suitable as owner's / manager's accommodation
Provision for approximately 18 car parking spaces to the rear
Development Considerations
Site extends to approx. 12.39 acres
Generally favourable ground conditions with clay at depth
One isolated area of previously identified contamination (capped at approx. 3m depth)
Full environmental and ground investigation reports completed and approved
Reports available within the data room
Tenure
Freehold
Services
We understand the following services are connected or installed:
Mains water connection
450kVa electricity substation installed
Severn Trent foul water pumping station (adopted and connected to mains)
We understand LPG would be installed in bulk by the purchaser, if required.
Price & Terms
The site was previously marketed at £1.50 million.
The vendors have now made a strategic decision to dispose of the site despite significant infrastructure investment.
Offers are invited by 17th July 2026 and should include:
Full purchaser details
Proof of funds (e.g. bank statement or letter)
Any conditions attached to the offer
Solicitor details
The vendors reserve the right not to accept the highest or any offer received.
Viewing
The site is accessible for external viewing.
The site benefits from planning permission for 45 holiday lodges, alongside substantial completed infrastructure works, allowing an incoming purchaser to fast-track development.
There is also clear potential, subject to planning, for a higher-density alternative scheme such as static caravans or an expanded holiday park offering.
Location
The site occupies a highly attractive rural tourism setting on the edge of the Shropshire Hills AONB, approximately 8 miles south-east of Ludlow, a historic and highly sought-after market town.
Ludlow is renowned for its strong tourism economy, food culture, and heritage attractions, including Ludlow Castle and Stokesay Castle, and is often referred to as the "gastronomic capital of Shropshire".
Regional connections:
28 miles to Shrewsbury
23 miles to Hereford
42 miles to Birmingham
The surrounding area offers extensive leisure and outdoor appeal, including the Clun Valley, Long Mynd, Stiperstones, Carding Mill Valley and The Wrekin, making it a strong year-round destination for domestic tourism.
Description
The site comprises a gently sloping, south-facing development plot extending to approximately 12.39 acres, with far-reaching rural views across the Shropshire / Herefordshire border.
Planning permission is in place for a low-density scheme of 45 holiday lodges, equating to less than 4 lodges per acre.
In our opinion, the site offers clear scope, subject to planning, for a significantly increased density scheme, including static caravans in excess of 100 units or alternative leisure-led development.
The site has been cleared and is ready for immediate development.
Planning
Planning permission: Ref P/194418/F
The consent allows for 45 holiday lodges, subject to standard planning conditions.
A key condition (Condition 12) states:
"No individual shall reside on site in any accommodation hereby permitted for more than 28 consecutive days and no more than for a total of 140 days in any calendar year."
Interested parties should make their own enquiries in relation to the potential variation of this condition.
Full planning history and supporting documents are available in the data room or via Herefordshire Council planning portal.
Infrastructure
The site benefits from significant completed infrastructure investment, including:
New 450kVa electricity substation installed
New Severn Trent adopted foul water pumping station connected to mains
Mains water connection to site
Site cleared and development ready
These works significantly reduce upfront delivery risk and cost for an incoming developer.
Former Owner's House
Located at the site entrance, the existing dwelling offers flexible use options:
Conversion to reception / office with staff accommodation above
Alternatively suitable as owner's / manager's accommodation
Provision for approximately 18 car parking spaces to the rear
Development Considerations
Site extends to approx. 12.39 acres
Generally favourable ground conditions with clay at depth
One isolated area of previously identified contamination (capped at approx. 3m depth)
Full environmental and ground investigation reports completed and approved
Reports available within the data room
Tenure
Freehold
Services
We understand the following services are connected or installed:
Mains water connection
450kVa electricity substation installed
Severn Trent foul water pumping station (adopted and connected to mains)
We understand LPG would be installed in bulk by the purchaser, if required.
Price & Terms
The site was previously marketed at £1.50 million.
The vendors have now made a strategic decision to dispose of the site despite significant infrastructure investment.
Offers are invited by 17th July 2026 and should include:
Full purchaser details
Proof of funds (e.g. bank statement or letter)
Any conditions attached to the offer
Solicitor details
The vendors reserve the right not to accept the highest or any offer received.
Viewing
The site is accessible for external viewing.
Bleathwood Lodges, Near Ludlow - Offers Invited by 17th July 2026
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Ludlow Station5.5 miles
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