Commercial property for sale in Tabernacle Street, Skewen, Neath SA10

The property comprises a substantial size two-storey chapel building, which is located within an established residential area within the village of Skewen.

Whilst we cannot confirm the exact age of construction of the building, we have assumed it would have been constructed during the mid to late 1800’s. We also note that the subject premises has been Listed by cadw, which is classified as a Grade II Listed Building. The reason for designation is for its architectural interest as a well-designed late C19 chapel retaining original character and detail.

Internally, the premises comprises the main entrance foyer leading to the nave with additional stairwells located either side of the entrance which provides access to the mezzanine /balcony area. The premises has also been extended further to the rear to accommodate the vestry area at ground floor level and the organ room at first floor.

Externally, the subject premises is located within a relatively large plot, which accommodates an enclosed courtyard to the side and rear elevations. The enclosed courtyard also accommodates a small storage shed and external w.c. Facilities.

Based on its current layout we note that no designated on-site parking facilities are available but we do advise that the entire site equates to approximately 0.153 acre (0.062 hectare) in total.

Description

The property comprises a substantial size two-storey chapel building, which is located within an established residential area within the village of Skewen.

Whilst we cannot confirm the exact age of construction of the building, we have assumed it would have been constructed during the mid to late 1800’s. We also note that the subject premises has been Listed by cadw, which is classified as a Grade II Listed Building. The reason for designation is for its architectural interest as a well-designed late C19 chapel retaining original character and detail.

Internally, the premises comprises the main entrance foyer leading to the nave with additional stairwells located either side of the entrance which provides access to the mezzanine /balcony area. The premises has also been extended further to the rear to accommodate the vestry area at ground floor level and the organ room at first floor.

Externally, the subject premises is located within a relatively large plot, which accommodates an enclosed courtyard to the side and rear elevations. The enclosed courtyard also accommodates a small storage shed and external w.c. Facilities.

Based on its current layout we note that no designated on-site parking facilities are available but we do advise that the entire site equates to approximately 0.153 acre (0.062 hectare) in total.

Location

The property is located along the edge of the prime retail area of Skewen within Tabernacle Street.

Skewen is an established urban district, approximately 7.5 miles northeast of Swansea City Centre and 2.2 miles west of Neath town centre. The village has a built up population of approximately 8,500, which is located within the unitary authority of Neath Port Talbot.

The character of the surrounding area is predominantly residential in nature, comprising a range of terraced house types, supported by an established parade of commercial units, comprising the prime retail area of New Road, which accommodates a range of national and local occupiers.

The immediate vicinity also provides good lines of communication via the main A4230 and the A465, while the M4 Motorway (J43-J44) is less than 2 miles away in a south westerly direction.

Accommodation

The subject premises affords the following approximate dimensions and areas:

Ground floor

Gross Internal Area: 262.06 sq.m (2,820.84 sq. Ft.)

Entrance Foyer: 12.29m x 1.96m
with stairs to first floor, doors to.

Naïve: 12.29m x 17.81m

Vestry: 6.16m x 2.70m
accessed from the main naïve, with stairs to first floor.

External Toilet Block: 1.41m x 2.25m
accessed externally to the side within the enclosed courtyard

First floor

Gross Internal Area: 164.36 sq.m (1,769.18 sq. Ft.)

Organ Room: 6.15m x 2.24m
accessed via an internal stairwell off the vestry area.

Balcony/ Gallery Area: 12.30m x 19.80m
accessed via an internal stairwell off the entrance foyer, with balcony to three sides of the main elevations.

Rates

It is advised that a place of public religious worship is wholly exempt from business rates under Schedule 5 of the Local Government Finance Act 1988 (as amended) if it is registered and certified as a place of worship under the Places of Worship Registration Act 1855.

Vat

We have been advised that VAT is not applicable to this proposed transaction.

Terms And Tenure

The subject premises is available Freehold with vacant possession.

Please be advised that the property is to be offered for sale in accordance with the requirements for disposition under Section 119 of the Charities Act 2011. A period of full marketing will be required and any offers should be made in writing directly to the selling agent.

Viewing

By appointment with Sole Agents:

Astleys Chartered Surveyors
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