Land for sale
Key information
Features and description
- Planning Consent secured for 9 stylish apartments, Application No: A/24/97754/FULL
- Prominent position with canal side outlook
- Set alongside the Leeds-Liverpool Canal and benefits from a semi rural feel
An exciting opportunity to acquire a prime development site with full planning permission (Ref: A/24/97754/FULL, granted 29th August 2025) for the demolition of the former Dover Lock Inn public house and the construction of 9 high-quality apartments with associated parking, landscaping, and access improvements.
Rooms
Key Highlights
Planning consent secured for 9 stylish apartments
Prominent roadside position with canal-side outlook
Convenient access to Wigan, Leigh, and Manchester road networks
Thoughtfully designed scheme with landscaping & ecological enhancements
EV charging provision and modern drainage infrastructure approved
Conditions include biodiversity net gain, sustainable drainage, and accessibility standards (M4(2))
Location
Set alongside the Leeds–Liverpool Canal, the site benefits from a semi-rural feel while remaining highly accessible. Warrington Road provides direct routes into Wigan town centre (approx. 4 miles), while the M6 and A580 East Lancs Road are within easy reach, offering excellent commuter links to Manchester, Liverpool, and beyond.
Planning
Application No: A/24/97754/FULL
Decision Date: 29th August 2025
Proposal: Demolition of existing derelict public house & erection of 9 apartments
Ideal For:
Developers and investors seeking a ready-to-go residential scheme in a well-connected Greater Manchester location with proven housing demand.
Agent Notes
Floorplans & Sketches provided by Howard & Seddon Chartered Architects.
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