The Grade 2 Listed commercial property was built in the 16th Century and we are told that between 1810 and until recently it has been continuously run as a Barbers shop and is the 2nd oldest Barbers in England! The accommodation comprises, basement, ground floor with 2 rooms, 1st floor with 2 rooms and provision for W.C. There are a further 2 rooms to the 2nd floor. The property is in poor condition and will need a full programme of renovation and structural works.

Location - Market Drayton is a thriving North Shropshire Town with a weekly market that dates back to 1245 when Henry III granted a charter for a weekly market. The town has a wide range of leisure and shopping facilities, canal and marina. There are local primary & a secondary schools, swimming pool and a range of sports clubs.

The town is located between Shrewsbury & Stafford and has excellent road access to Telford, Whitchurch and the Potteries. The main West Coast rail line linking London, Birmingham, Manchester and Scotland can be easily accessed from either Stafford or Crewe stations which are within 30 minutes of the property. There are commuter stations located at Whitchurch, Shrewsbury, Wem & Telford / Wellington.

There are 4 international airports located in Birmingham, East Midlands, Manchester & Liverpool. These are all accessible by Taxi or car.

Brief Description - The Grade 2 Listed commercial property was built in the 16th Century and we are told that between 1810 and until recently it has been continuously run as a Barbers shop and is the 2nd oldest Barbers in England! The property consists of 2 rateable units 15 which is the Barbers Shop to the front and 15a which is the rest of the property. The overall accommodation comprises, basement, ground floor with 2 rooms, 1st floor with 2 rooms and provision for W.C. There are a further 2 rooms to the 2nd floor. The property is in poor condition and will need a full programme of renovation and structural works.

Tenure - We understand that the property is Freehold although purchasers must make their own enquiries via their solicitor. We also believe that part of the basement goes underneath the neighbouring property so there may be a Flying Freehold.

Services - We understand that the property has mains electricity. Mains water is available but a new supply pipe is required and drainage is available but needs a full overhaul. There is gas to the property but this is currently capped off. All interested parties are advised to verify all information regarding services for themselves.

Method Of Sale - By Public Auction - The auction starts at 3pm on Friday 23rd February at Halls Holdings House, Battlefield, Shrewsbury, SY4 3DR

Guide Price - Guides are provided as an indication of each sellers minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to the auction. Each property will be offered subject to a reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the property during the auction) which we expect will be set within the Guide Range or no more than 10% above a single figure guide.

Money Laundering - PLEASE NOTE that any person buying or bidding at auction MUST produce TWO forms of identification documentation. One to confirm their name and residential address, i.e, utility bill or bank statement and one photo ID, i.e, passport or driving licence. We will be unable to accept your bid unless you have registered with us and produced suitable ID.

Legal Pack - A legal pack will be prepared by the Solicitor in advance of the auction. A copy can be requested from the Selling Agent (see Conditions of Sale below).

Condition Of Sale - Please note that the property is sold in accordance with the Common Auction Conditions (4th Edition, March 2018) (a copy of which is included with the Legal Pack). Special Conditions of Sale relating to each lot are available upon request from the Auctioneers or the Vendors Solicitor prior to the auction. The contract and special conditions of sale will not be read out by the auctioneers at the auction, but will be available for inspection at the auctioneer's offices or the vendors solicitors for a period before the auction date. Purchasers will be deemed to have inspected these Special Conditions of Sale and will be legally bound by these conditions which will form part of and will be attached to the Sale Memorandum.

Buyers Premium - In addition to the contract deposit required, buyers should note when bidding, that on the fall of the gavel, they will be responsible for paying a Buyers Premium as noted on individual lots. This is additional to the purchase price and set at 2.5% plus VAT, i.e (3%) on the "hammer price", subject to a minimum fee of £2,500 plus VAT (£3,000). This fee will apply whether the lot is purchased before, at or after the auction.

Solicitors - Mr Roger Billinge of Bennett & Co, 1st Floor. 11 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill, L18 1LG.[use Contact Agent Button] [use Contact Agent Button]

Buyers Registration - Purchasers interested in bidding for a lot are required to complete a BUYERS' REGISTRATION FORM prior to bidding at the Auction AND PRODUCE ID. Failure to register may result in the Auctioneer refusing to accept your bid.

Viewing Arrangements - Strictly through the Agents: Halls, 8 Watergate Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1DW Telephone[use Contact Agent Button]
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Business Rates - The current business rates for 15 Shropshire Street is £2,150 and for 15a it is £3,000. These rates were set on the 1st April 2023.