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.
Explore an exceptional selection of industrial properties, ranging from adaptable workshops to well-equipped garages, each providing remarkable versatility for a wide range of uses. Set to go under the hammer in September 2025, these prime opportunities offer a rare and unmissable chance to secure a valuable addition to your investment portfolio.
Situated at 2 Stations Buildings, Warton Road, Carnforth, this substantial freehold property presents an excellent asset management opportunity. Formerly arranged as a shop and workshop with a large maisonette above, it now offers versatile accommodation with significant scope for improvement and income generation.
The spacious four-bedroom maisonette provides well-proportioned living space, making it suitable for owner occupation, letting, or potential reconfiguration, subject to the necessary consents. The ground floor, once used for commercial purposes, offers flexible options for future use, whether reinstated for business activity or adapted for alternative schemes—a prime opportunity with strong investment appeal.
The lot will be brought to auction by Savills Property Auctions on the 16th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £19,000.
This detached former workshop, of solid brick construction, is arranged in two adjoining sections, each fitted with double metal doors. The property enjoys a unique setting, backing directly onto the Caldon Canal, where the previous owner once explored the possibility of securing a boat mooring.
To the right-hand side lies an overgrown area filled with mature trees and shrubs, offering scope for clearance or landscaping to enhance its appeal. With its character, waterside position and potential for a variety of future uses, this property presents a rare opportunity for buyers seeking versatile space in an attractive and historic location.
The lot will be auctioned by the Butter John Bee Property Auctions on the 15th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £36,000.
Situated at 4 Haig Road, Blackpool, Lancashire, this vacant commercial building presents an excellent opportunity for investors or business owners seeking versatile premises. Formerly operating as a mechanic’s garage, the property offers generous internal space suitable for a variety of commercial uses, subject to the necessary consents.
While requiring a degree of refurbishment, it provides significant scope for redevelopment or adaptation to meet modern business needs. Located within an established area of Blackpool, the building benefits from good access to local amenities, transport links and surrounding residential communities, making it a practical and promising option for future occupation or investment.
Auction House North West will bring this lot to auction on the 17th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £45,000.
This freehold detached former garage with an adjoining retail unit presents a versatile opportunity in a prime Hanley location. Constructed of traditional brick beneath a pitched roof with skylights, the property features two manual roller shutter doors, an open-plan retail space, offices, WCs, and a secure front yard.
Positioned on Lindsay Street, directly opposite the landmark Smithfield development, it offers excellent prominence and potential. The accommodation encompasses both former garage and retail areas, while superb transport links include the A500 dual carriageway just 1.4 miles away, Junction 15 of the M6 at 4.4 miles, and Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station only 1 mile distant.
The lot will come to auction under SDL Property Auctions on the 25th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £50,000.
This property offers an enclosed and gated yard, providing secure access to a single-storey self-contained workshop. The workshop is well arranged and includes a practical working area, kitchenette, and WC, making it suitable for a range of uses.
Its compact yet functional layout provides convenience and efficiency, whether for storage, light industrial activity, or as a base for a small business. Located just off Saffron Lane, the property enjoys excellent connectivity and is positioned close to the Saffron Lane Athletics Stadium, ensuring ease of access to local amenities and transport links. An attractive opportunity in a well-established area.
Shonki Brothers Property Auctions will bring the lot to auction on the 18th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £205,000-210,000.
Set within the charming hamlet of Higher Bockhampton, this property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a dedicated carpentry and woodworking workshop, positioned on a generous plot. The workshop provides a versatile space, ideally suited for professional artisans, hobbyists, or those seeking to establish a small business in a peaceful rural setting.
Surrounded by picturesque countryside, the location combines tranquillity with accessibility, offering easy links to nearby towns and amenities. With scope for a range of uses, subject to necessary consents, this property presents a unique chance to secure a practical and well-located workshop in a desirable Dorset hamlet.
The lot will come to auction under Symonds & Sampson Property Auctions on the 18th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £85,000.
This freehold workshop and garage, fronting Richmond Road, offers a versatile space with a pitched roof and convenient shutter doors. Formerly used as a mechanics’ garage, the property is now available with vacant possession, making it suitable for a variety of uses subject to the necessary consents.
The building provides an excellent opportunity for owner-occupiers, investors or developers seeking to acquire a well-located unit with strong potential. Its prominent position ensures good accessibility, while the freehold tenure adds long-term value. The property represents a rare chance to secure adaptable accommodation in a sought-after location.
Hollis Morgan Auction will bring the lot to auction on the 17th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £100,000.
This former MOT garage and site presents a rare opportunity for redevelopment, subject to the necessary planning permissions. Conveniently located on Poulton Road, the plot includes the area where a residential property was previously removed, offering added flexibility for future schemes.
The site provides excellent scope for a variety of uses, whether residential, commercial or mixed-use, making it an attractive prospect for investors and developers alike. With its prominent position and strong potential, this property represents a valuable asset for those seeking to create a new development tailored to the needs of the area and the local community.
The lot will be brought to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on the 24th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £135,000.
This freehold industrial unit presents an excellent investment opportunity or a practical choice for an owner-occupier. Located just off Narborough Road, the property benefits from convenient access to the M1 and M69 motorway networks, ensuring strong regional connectivity.
The accommodation comprises a mainly clear span production area with good eaves height, complemented by a mezzanine floor offering additional storage space. Supporting facilities include a kitchen and WC. Externally, loading is facilitated by a full-height roller shutter door opening onto a concrete loading forecourt, with allocated parking spaces provided to the front, making the property both functional and versatile.
Shonki Brothers Property Auctions will bring the lot to auction on the 18th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £165,000.
This freehold single-storey industrial unit, located off Fosse Road North near the A50 Groby Road, offers excellent access to Leicester City Centre and the wider motorway network. Constructed of steel portal frame with brick and blockwork, the property provides a clear span production or work area with durable concrete flooring, 4m eaves height, and a useful mezzanine at the rear incorporating office space and WC facilities.
Externally, the unit benefits from a yard to the front, secure gated access, and a manual roller shutter door, making it an ideal investment opportunity or suitable premises for an owner-occupier.
Shonki Brothers Property Auctions will bring the lot to auction on the 18th of September 2025 with a Guide Price of £169,000.
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