Bainbridge Road, Sedbergh, Cumbria

Centrally located development site in heart of Sedbergh, with planning approved for 7 high-demand residential units featuring a mix of terrace, semi-detached and detached homes with 3 and 4 bedroom accommodation. Mix of open market and local occupancy homes. A rare opportunity in a highly sought after location.This prime residential development site in the heart of Sedbergh is a ready to go opportunity and a rare find. Located in a thriving and picturesque market town, nestled at the foot of the Howgill Fells of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this is a highly sought after opportunity. There is excellent accessibility and connectivity, with the M6 motorway (Junction 37) being approximately 5 miles away, and the bustling town of Kendal is approximately 10 miles east. For those looking to commute beyond, the West Coast Mainline is accessed via Oxenholme Station, and has direct links to London Euston and Manchester.

The development site itself comprises of a courtyard of disused single and two-storey former workshop and garage buildings which have planning consent for residential redevelopment. Pre-commencement conditions have been started with four of six conditions having been satisfied. Demolition of part of the site is also underway and party wall agreements are in place. The site extends to approximately 0.35 acres, or thereabouts, and is now ready for a developer to transform to highly sought after homes. Kings Yard occupies a prime position within the heart of the town and fronting Bainbridge Road. The site sits within easy walking distance of the shops, cafes, school and all of the local amenities.

Sedbergh itself is a quaint and charming market town which has earned its reputation as one of England’s most cherished book towns. The town is renowned for its rich literary heritage and vibrant community. Sedbergh offers a unique selection of historic buildings and excellent amenities including the highly regarded Sedbergh School. All of which enjoys the stunning landscape of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

The approved development includes 7 residential units, featuring a mix of two and three storey homes offering 3-4 bedroom properties across terrace, semi-detached and detached house designs.

Planning consent was granted by the Yorkshire Dales National Park Planning Authority in June 2023 under Planning Application S/03/606A. The planning consent provides for the demolition of the existing commercial buildings and the erection of 7 residential dwellings with associated parking, access and landscaping. The development is subject to a Section 106 Agreement, which stipulates that Units 4 and 5 must be retained as Local Occupancy Dwellings while the remaining units are open market properties. This rather unusual position is a key feature of this site.

This superb development is located in an under-supplied housing market, with strong demand and interest in both the sales and rental market. There is increasing demand within the area for high quality, energy efficient homes. Nestled within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in a scenic area, yet with excellent accessibility and connectivity, this is a development of significance.