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Land for sale, 685 m²
Shakespeare Avenue, BA2 4RF Bath, Bath
877.706 €
1.281 €/m²
Listed Jul 12, 2026
About this listing
Description DEVELOPMENT, INVESTMENT or OCCUPATION OPPORTUNITY. A rare opportunity to purchase a substantial building and current place of Worship, situated in the sought after Bear Flats region of this historic city. The building offers over 7000 sq.ft of space, arranged principally over two large halls with ancillary rooms with separate access to both the front and rear. Viewings strictly by appointment only. An exceptional opportunity to acquire a substantial property dating from the early 20th Century situated south of Bath city centre with frontage on both Shakespeare Avenue and Bruton Avenue offering excellent opportunities for development, investment or occupation. This impressive building, constructed with coursed and squared Bathstone under pitched roofs clad with slate, offers extensive space reaching over 7,000 sq.ft.
The original church building, dating from 1907 and extended in 1912, features entrance vestibules, a central vestibule, a Dais, and an organ loft. It also includes a Vestry with a small store and a lounge area. The schoolroom section provides an entrance lobby, disabled adapted cloakroom, separate male and female cloakrooms, a storeroom, youth room, and a crèche facility. A spacious main hall with its own entrance lobby, three additional storerooms (formerly classrooms), and a fitted kitchen complete this space. The property also benefits from a basement housing a boiler room and workshop area.
Architectural details include buttressed walls and a striking tower at the south-west corner, surmounted by a timber-framed steeple clad with slate. Internally, the buildings feature fair-faced stonework, plastered and painted walls, and mainly solid floors, with some raked flooring within the church section. Situation The property is located in the sought after Bear Flats area to the south of the city which is a heritage city renowned for its rich history, Georgian architecture, culture, and vibrant community. The city has a wide array of facilities, cultural attractions, independent shops, diverse dining options, and green spaces. The area benefits from excellent transport links with Bath Spa train station less than 1 mile from the property and road networks include the A36/46, the M4 and M5. Bear Flats is a friendly residential community, at the heart of which is a vibrant high street boasting a number of fantastic independent cafes, pubs and restaurants and is only a short distance to the City centre. Additional Information The property is Freehold with mains water, electricity, drainage and gas connected, and heating provided by a gas fired boiler and radiators. The property is not Listed but is located in a Conservation Area. The local authority is Bath and North East Somerset Council. We have been made aware that a Community Interest Group have submitted an ACV with a view to trying to secure the building and we therefore cannot accept any bid prior to 20th October. Thereafter all interest gained, will be discussed with the Trustees and there will be ample opportunity to view the building prior to this date. Viewing The building is fully occupied and in use by various local groups and therefore all viewings are strictly accompanied by a member of our team - please call James Pyle & Co to arrange access. Please note: To comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, all purchasers must complete identity verification and source of funds checks once their offer has been accepted. A non-refundable fee of £25 (including VAT) per person will be charged to cover the cost of these mandatory AML checks.Show more
Key Stats
Plot Area685 m²
Price per m²1.281 €/m²