Written by Ruban Selvanayagam
Ruban Selvanayagam
Ruban Selvanayagam is a professional cash homebuyer, private rented sector landlord, auction specialist, blogger and media commentator.
Edited by James Durr
James Durr
James Durr is a passionate property entrepreneur with a strong foundation and background in business.
Available from October 2025, this exclusive portfolio of development sites across the UK offers an exceptional opportunity for property developers. With planning permission either granted or awaiting approval, each site presents significant potential for future growth, regeneration, and investment.
This derelict period cottage, with outline planning consent for the creation of a new dwelling, enjoys stunning, far-reaching views across the picturesque Staffordshire countryside. Nestled in the sought-after village of Alsagers Bank, the property benefits from a welcoming community atmosphere and convenient local amenities, including St John’s Church, a primary school, and a football club.
The village offers regular bus services to Newcastle-under-Lyme and Audley, ensuring easy access to nearby towns. For broader travel connections, the A500 is less than four miles away, providing swift links to the M6 motorway and the wider regional road network.
SDL Property Auctions will auction the lot on the 29th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £39,000.
This detached ground-floor restaurant and public house is of solid stone construction beneath a pitched slated roof. Extensions in cavity brick and block complement the original structure, with a mix of pitched slated and flat felt roofs. The property boasts an attractive character frontage with two separate entrance doors.
Externally, a secure driveway and pedestrian path lead from the street to a rear terraced garden offering panoramic views and featuring the renowned ‘Devil’s Putting Stone’. Internally, the accommodation comprises a public bar and restaurant, private dining room, function room, kitchen, cellar and stores, and customer toilets, with interiors featuring exposed beams and a stone fireplace.
The lot will be brought to auction by SDL Property Auctions Shepherd Commercial on the 30th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £45,000.
A rare development opportunity is available at the former garage site, 5 Dove Lane, Workington, Cumberland. This site benefits from full planning permission for the construction of a modern two-bedroom property. Ideally situated within a well-established residential area, the plot offers excellent potential for investors or developers seeking a small-scale project in a desirable location.
With easy access to local amenities, transport links, and the town centre, this opportunity combines convenience with strong future value prospects. The approved plans make this an attractive and ready-to-go redevelopment project in the heart of Workington.
The lot will be brought to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on the 29th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £45,000.
An excellent opportunity to acquire a freehold office building with full planning permission (Ref: AVA-2024-0382) for conversion into two one-bedroom apartments. Ideally situated in the heart of Alfreton town centre, the property occupies a prominent position on Mansfield Road, close to a wide range of shops, pubs, and restaurants.
It benefits from superb transport links, with easy access to Junction 28 of the M1, the A38, and A61, and lies approximately 13 miles from Derby and Nottingham city centres. Alfreton Train Station is just 0.5 miles away. The property features an open-plan room, kitchen, WC, boiler, and dual electric and water supplies—ideal for investors or developers.
An excellent opportunity to acquire a freehold former community centre with full planning permission for conversion into a nine-bedroom HMO (Planning Ref: 23/00359/COU). The property is located within Lanchester Gardens, just south-east of Worksop town centre, with vacant possession.
It benefits from proximity to major employers, including Wickes, B&Q Distribution Hubs, Glencore Food, Bassetlaw Hospital, and various manufacturing facilities. Excellent transport connections are available via nearby road links and the Worksop train station, providing easy access to major cities. The site may also suit a range of alternative uses, subject to the necessary consents.
The lot will be brought to auction by Auction Estates on the 16th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £50,000.
An attractive former community centre positioned on an elevated corner plot, enjoying sea views and bright, spacious accommodation. The ground floor comprises a reception room with a kitchen and W.C., while the first floor features a large open-plan office area—the property, with vacant possession, benefits from approved planning permission for residential conversion.
Conveniently located at the junction of Chapel Street and Rock Villa Road, just off High Street in Penmaenmawr, the area is predominantly residential with local amenities including a nearby Co-op food store. The beachfront is within walking distance, and the A55 Expressway is reachable in under five minutes.
The lot will be brought to auction by Pugh Auctions on the 29th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £50,000.
31 Russell Street, Leek, Staffordshire, presents an excellent investment and development opportunity. This former retail unit benefits from planning permission for conversion into residential accommodation, offering significant potential for future growth. Ideally situated close to the town centre, the property enjoys convenient access to a wide range of local amenities, shops, and transport links.
Its central location enhances its appeal to both investors and developers seeking to capitalise on Leek’s thriving property market. With its prime positioning and approved planning consent, this property offers a superb opportunity to create a desirable home or profitable residential investment.
The lot will be brought to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on the 15th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £50,000.
147 Stockton Road, Hartlepool, County Durham, is a substantial four-storey property benefiting from planning permission for conversion. Granted in September 2023 (Ref: H/2023/0136), the approved plans allow for the creation of a spacious one-bedroom basement apartment and a seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom HMO across the upper three floors.
While the property requires complete renovation, it offers exceptionally generous accommodation throughout, presenting a superb opportunity for investors or developers seeking a large-scale residential project. Situated in a convenient location, the property combines significant potential with approved planning consent, making it an attractive prospect for redevelopment and long-term rental income.
The lot will be brought to auction by SDL Property Auctions on the 29th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £68,000.
A rare opportunity to acquire a detached, two-storey stone-built coach house situated in a popular Grangetown location, benefiting from full planning permission for conversion into a two-bedroom detached home (Cardiff Council Planning Ref: 20/01506/MNR).
Currently comprising an open workshop and W/C on the ground floor, and a large room with W/C above, the approved plans propose a living area, kitchen, and cloakroom on the ground floor, with two bedrooms and a shower room on the first floor. Positioned behind 134 Clare Road with vehicular access from Dorset Street, the property offers excellent access to the City Centre, Cardiff Bay, and major transport routes.
This detached property is located in the charming village of St Erth, offering convenient access to the A30 and the highly sought-after coastal town of St Ives, approximately six miles away. It benefits from planning permission and Listed Building consent for conversion from a community office to a dwellinghouse, with associated alterations.
The existing accommodation comprises an open-plan space, kitchenette, and W.C. on the ground floor, with an internal staircase leading to an open-plan first floor. Externally, there is a staircase providing separate access to the first floor, offering flexibility for future layout or use.
The lot will be brought to auction by Clive Emson Property Auctions on the 30th of October 2025 with a Guide Price of £70,000.
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