Church & Ancillary Rooms London Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15

Description

A substantial and distinctive former church complex extending to approximately 10,600 sq ft (984.8 sq m), prominently situated on London Road, Kettering. The property comprises the principal church building together with extensive Sunday School and ancillary accommodation, offering a range of halls, meeting rooms/offices. The building is of attractive traditional construction and features striking turreted elevations providing significant character and presence. Internally, the accommodation is arranged to provide a variety of open-plan and cellular spaces suitable for community, educational, religious, leisure or alternative uses, (subject to the necessary consents). To the rear of the property are several halls and associated rooms which are currently occupied under licence agreements, which will be terminated prior to completion. Its scale, character and flexible accommodation present a rare opportunity for owner-occupiers, community organisations, investors or (truncated)

Outside

The property benefits from areas of attractive outside space and garden grounds, providing a pleasant setting for the building and additional amenity space. The grounds include lawned areas, mature planting and pedestrian access to the property, offering potential for outdoor gatherings and recreational use. Attractive low level boundary walls with wrought iron railings and landscaping further enhance the character and appeal of this landmark property.

Location

The property occupies a prominent position on London Road (A4300), one of Kettering's principal arterial routes to the town centre, approximately 0.5 miles south of the town centre. The surrounding area is predominantly residential in nature, interspersed with community, educational and commercial, providing a strong local catchment and excellent accessibility. Kettering is a well-established Northamptonshire market town with a population of approximately 68,000 and benefits from excellent road and rail communications. The town is served by the A14, providing direct links to the M1, M6, A1(M) and the wider national motorway network. Kettering railway station is located within approximately 1 mile of the property and offers regular services to London St Pancras International, with journey times of around one hour.

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Council Tax Band

As a place of religious worship, the property is exempt from paying business rates.

Method of Sale

The freehold is for sale with no chain and vacant possession on completion.

Services

Mains water and sewerage is connected along with gas and electricity. The services have not been tested by the agent, all interested parties are encouraged to make their own enquiries.

Registered Title

NN303191.

Energy Performance Certificate

Religious buildings do not require an EPC. If after the allocated marketing period, the property sells for residential purposes then an EPC may be needed.

Local Authority

North Northamptonshire Council Municipal Offices, Bowling Green Road, Kettering, NN15 7QX. Tel: . (northnorthants.gov.uk)

Planning

The existing church use is redundant. Any other use maybe subject to planning. Although this property isn’t part of a neighbourhood plan, the local planning authority may want to see an extended marketing period of up to 12 months to demonstrate that a similar use is not required in the local vicinity before a change of use will be granted.

Anti-Money Laundering

The successful purchaser will be required to complete anti-money laundering compliance checks. The cost is £20.00 per individual, plus £60.00 applicable for company checks.

Viewing Arrangments

Viewing by appointment only.