Written by Joanne Townsend
Joanne Townsend
Joanne completed a Journalism degree in 2012 before working for a number of marketing companies in the roles of a copywriter, moderator and PR assistant.
Edited by Ruban Selvanayagam
Ruban Selvanayagam
Ruban Selvanayagam is a professional cash homebuyer, private rented sector landlord, auction specialist, blogger and media commentator.
Throughout January 2025, we have curated an exceptional selection of distinctive residential and commercial properties across the UK, each offering exciting investment potential.
A rare opportunity to acquire a landmark former church building in the heart of the picturesque Perthshire town of Stanley. This Category B listed property spans over 7,800 sq. ft., retaining traditional features and offering significant development potential (subject to planning). With a duplex layout across two floors and a bell tower, the building is ideal for conversion into luxury flats, an extraordinary mansion house, or alternative uses such as a boutique hotel, wedding venue, or educational facility (STP).
Located 8 miles from Perth, Stanley offers vibrant local amenities and historical charm, making this an exceptional investment prospect.
Online Property Auctions Scotland will bring the property to auction on 29th January 2025, with a Guide Price of £55,000.
This former Methodist church, located in a highly regarded village, is currently arranged with an entrance hall, sanctuary, kitchen, meeting hall, WC, and side porch. Set within wraparound grounds, the property includes a detached brick-built outbuilding covering approximately 0.17 acres (0.07 hectares). It now benefits from Outline Planning Permission for up to three dwellings, granted with scale and access already agreed (Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council reference RB2023/1329).
The location offers rearward views over farmland, is conveniently close to village amenities, and has good transport links, with the nearby A57 leading to the M1 and Worksop offering rail services Brown & Co Property Auction will auction the property on 29th January 2025, with a Guide Price of £75,000-£ 90,000.
This substantial former Grade II Listed Methodist church, constructed in a gothic style with striking architectural features, occupies a prominent corner position in Whitehaven Town Centre, fronting Lowther Street with a return frontage to Scotch Street. The property benefits from planning permission granted by Cumberland Council for conversion into a single luxury dwelling, offering scope for alternative uses such as residential, bar, restaurant, retail, or community purposes, subject to the necessary consents.
Located in the attractive Georgian town of Whitehaven, near the Lake District National Park, it is close to local amenities, Whitehaven Marina, and two railway stations.
SDL Property Auctions will bring the lot auction the lot on 7 with a Guide Price of £75,000.
This remarkable four-bedroom property, a former church, has been transformed into a spacious home brimming with original features. It combines historic charm with modern convenience across four floors and is near Barnsley Hospital and the town centre. The converted basement offers a living area, while the first floor boasts a spacious kitchen and dining room. The second floor includes a large master bedroom, a second double bedroom, and a family bathroom.
The top floor, once servants’ quarters, retains historic details like exposed wooden beams and features two bedrooms with a central reception area. The property also benefits from a large garden and driveway. Although requiring some cosmetic renovation, it offers the perfect opportunity to personalise while preserving its rich heritage. Viewing is essential to appreciate its unique character and potential.
The lot will be auctioned by Auction House South Yorkshire on 14th January 2025, with a Guide Price of £150,000-200,000.
The Blackrod Methodist Church Hall, built in 1899, is a detached freehold property arranged over lower ground, ground, and first floors. The lower ground floor includes two storerooms, previously used as a gym and changing room, accessed via an internal staircase. The ground floor features an entrance lobby with accessible gents and ladies’ toilets leading to the main Church Hall.
At the rear are a vestry, meeting room, and a secondary staircase. The first floor comprises a landing, another Church Hall, a separate kitchen, a stage, and a store/dressing room. Located on Church Street, Blackrod, it offers good access to the A6, M61, and rail links to Preston and Manchester.
Lambert Smith Hampton Property Auctions will auction the lot on 15 January 2025, with a Guide Price of £180,000-200,000.
Ideal for an investor seeking a new project, this home requires a full renovation. Upon entry, a large lounge featuring an incredible open fireplace and cast iron staircase leads through a kitchen/diner with an office area and an older utility room at the rear. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, all in need of renovation, as well as a bathroom towards the rear of the property.
To the rear is a large private enclosed garden with an outhouse. Additional benefits include a double garage, driveway, and proximity to Parkway train station. Call now to arrange a viewing.
The property will be brought to auction by iamsold on 10th January 2025, with an Opening Bid of £275,000.
This former Methodist Chapel offers a rare opportunity for redevelopment, with planning permission granted to convert the building into 13 self-contained apartments. The conversion will create a mix of 11 one-bedroom flats and 2 two-bedrooms, spread over three floors, amenity space, a garden, a bin store, and bike racks.
Planning permission was granted in September 2024 (Ref: AVA/2023/0493), with further details and drawings available on the Amber Valley Council website. Located in the popular village of Kilburn, the site offers excellent access to the A38, with Derby, Belper, and Duffield nearby. Estimated rental income is circa £90,000 per annum. Tenure: Freehold, with vacant possession upon completion.
SDL Property Auctions will bring this lot to auction on 30th January 2025, with a Guide Price of £200,000.
This stone-built former church, dating from the 1850s, occupies a prominent corner site of 0.206 acres in the heart of a well-established residential area in northeast Sheffield. The property offers adaptable accommodation over three levels, including a small two-bedroom house at 40 Upwell Lane, a church hall, a schoolroom, and ancillary spaces.
The building presents the potential for various uses, subject to necessary consent. Located at the junction of Upwell Street and Upwell Lane in Grimesthorpe, it is approximately 3 miles from Sheffield city centre, with easy access to the North General Hospital, Meadowhall, and the M1 at Tinsley.
The property will be brought to auction by Pugh Auctions on 29th January 2025 with a Guide Price of £375,000.
This charming semi-detached period house, in the heart of a picturesque village, offers a cosy and homely living space. Three bedrooms are ideal for a growing family or those needing extra space for a home office. The peaceful surroundings provide a perfect retreat from the bustle of everyday life. The property also features an enclosed garden, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
Enjoy the village lifestyle in a welcoming community. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby walks in Dolton, Dowland, and Halsden Nature Reserve, along with access to the Tarka Trail cycle route.
This charming property features a canopy-covered front door opening into a hall with stairs leading to the first floor. To the right, the lounge boasts original beams, mullioned windows, an inglenook fireplace, quarry tiled floor, and original latch doors. The kitchen includes wall and base units, open shelving, and space for a Range-style cooker, fridge, dishwasher, and washing machine. The conservatory opens to an extensive rear garden. Upstairs are two double bedrooms, one with a cast iron fireplace and a bathroom. Outside is a large garden, ample parking, and a walled front garden with a picket gate.
Sutton, a rural hamlet on the outskirts of Market Drayton, is home to the local golf club. The town features a weekly market dating back to 1245 and offers amenities a school, swimming pool, clinics, shops, and sports clubs. The A53 provides access to Shrewsbury and Newcastle-under-Lyme, while the A41 links to Newport and Whitchurch. Crewe and Stoke-on-Trent stations are nearby, with the M6 just 30 minutes away.
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