Historical Wirral landmark is for sale

09/02/2011

Local property expert Mason Owen has been instructed to market the Bidston Observatory complex.

The complex contains three plots, each of which is for sale separately, and includes the Grade II listed Victorian observatory and surrounding land, the Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory and surrounding land and the site of the former Braehead Cottages, which lie outside the listed wall on the main access road.

Set in an open space atop the Bidston Ridge, the three plots extend to approximately 45,000 sq ft.

The former Bidston Observatory plot measures 14, 500 sq ft and is situated on the South Western section of the site. The area is set in mature landscaped gardens and includes offices, residential accommodation and car parking

The Proudman Oceanographic Laboratory’s site extends to approximately 29, 100 sq ft. The building includes a four-storey laboratory and office facility. The Proudman laboratory is held on a 99 year ground lease dated 1^st June 1973 from Wirral Borough Council, at a current rent of £1,800 per annum (subject to review).

The former Braehead cottages plot is a potential residential development site to the east of the observatory measuring approximately 0.17 acres.

Suitable for hotel, leisure or residential use, the site is surrounded in heathland designated as open space in the local development plan, and enjoys sweeping views over Liverpool Bay, Birkenhead and the River Dee towards the Welsh hills.

Andrew Owen head of business space at Mason Owen said: “This is a unique opportunity to buy a piece of local history.

“These plots are available individually and each one offers a prime development opportunity for residential, leisure and hotel. We are confident that this complex will attract a lot of attention from interested parties. All offers will be seriously considered.”

This iconic landmark sits on the ridge of Bidston Hill and occupies a central position on the Wirral five miles from Liverpool city centre and 23 miles from Chester.

The site is easily accessible by road and rail as it is located 1.5 miles away from the M53 motorway and benefits from a Merseyrail station in nearby Bidston Village and regular local bus services.

Available services to the sites include mains water, drainage, gas and electricity.

For information and prices, please contact the Mason Owen business space team on 0151 242 3123.

 

 

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