3 and 5 Cattle Market, Sandwich

Two of the most prominent buildings located centrally within the historic town of Sandwich, opposite the newly refurbished cattle market and with scope for redevelopment.

Situation - Situated in the heart of Sandwich, these properties enjoy immediate access to the town’s excellent amenities, including independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and traditional pubs. The area is well connected, with a mainline railway station offering direct links to London, Canterbury, and the Kent coast. The scenic River Stour, historic sites, and renowned golf courses- including Royal St George’s- are all within easy reach, making this an exceptional location for both convenience and lifestyle.

Description - The properties are currently laid out as two adjoining retail premises, which command a prominent position facing the newly refurbished market square.

The properties are constructed of solid brick, beneath a pitched and hipped roof clad with Kent peg tiles. Both shops have large, glazed frontages facing onto the Cattle Market. Both properties are currently spread over three floors, albeit the first and second floor to No.3 are accessed solely from No. 5.

Overall, the properties offer a combined floor space of approximately 4473 sqft.

Planning - The properties offer scope for redevelopment and could be used for a range of alternate uses subject to the necessary consents being obtained. Interested parties are advised to seek further advice from the local authority regarding any planning queries.

A planning application is currently lodged with Dover District Council (26/00048) for the conversion of the upper parts into two keyworker bedsits (over number 5) and a large four bed flat, designed for visiting golfers (over number 3).

A planning pack is available on request.

Parking - The properties do not benefit from any exterior space or parking, however the public car park is only a short walk as is ‘The Butts’ and the recreation ground.

Services - Mains water, electric, drainage and gas are connected.

Tenure And Possession - The retail areas are let to separate tenants, with 3 Cattle Market being occupied as a book shop and number 5 being occupied by Carpenters, a long-standing hardware store. Details of these tenancies are available on request. The upper floors are largely vacant.

Rights Of Way And Easements - The properties are sold subject to all existing covenants, wayleaves, easements, and rights of way whether public or private, specifically mentioned or not.

Plan - A plan of the boundaries can be provided on request. The boundaries on this plan are indicative only and the land will be sold in accordance with the Registered Title. Plans are reproduced from the Ordnance Survey under Licence Number ES025698. The acreages quoted are for guidance purposes only and are given without responsibility. Any intending purchaser should not rely upon the statements or representations as fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the area being sold.

Local Authority - Dover District Council

Method Of Sale - The property is to be offered by private treaty as a whole. The seller reserves the right to take the property to informal tender, formal tender or auction should they so desire.

Vat - Commercial sales and letting, release of tenancies and some other property transactions are subject to VAT and where relevant, VAT is charged in addition to any consideration quoted. VAT is not chargeable in this instance although the seller reserves the right to elect to tax without notice.

Purchaser Identification - In accordance with Money Laundering Regulations, we are now required to obtain proof of identification and funds for any interested parties.

Viewing - Strictly by appointment with Finn’s, Sandwich