• • Substantial property in the rural village of Sarn
• • Significant site with redevelopment potential
• • Extending to approx. 9,973 sq ft (926.53 sq m) on a 1 acre site
• • Currently used as an educational facility
• • Offering excellent potential for continued educational, commercial or residential use (subject to statutory consents)
• • Site is ideal for developers, investors or owner-occupiers looking to repurpose a well-located building with generous grounds
• • Commercial EPCs - B (29) & D (82) Exp 08.10.3034

Ridgeway School presents a rare chance to acquire a substantial property in the rural village of Sarn, Powys, extending to approx. 9,973 sq ft (926.53 sq m) on a 1-acre site. Currently used as an educational facility, the property is available due to the relocation of the existing occupier.
Offering excellent potential for continued educational, commercial or residential use (subject to statutory consents), this versatile site is ideal for developers, investors or owner-occupiers looking to repurpose a well-located building with generous grounds.

Ridgeway School is prominently located in the centre of Sarn, fronting the busy A489 with excellent visibility and access. The site sits in a mixed-use area surrounded by residential neighborhoods and close to local amenities such as the Sarn Inn. Sarn has a stable local economy supported by agriculture, small businesses and nearby commercial centres. Nearby recreational facilities add to the village’s community appeal. Positioned on the A489, linking Sarn to surrounding towns. Located around 6.4 miles east of Newtown,13 miles south of Welshpool, approximately 31 miles from Shrewsbury, 26 miles from Telford, 38 miles from Wolverhampton and 42 miles from Aberystwyth. Strong road links via the A483, with onward access to Hereford and the M54 motorway.

The property comprises a substantial former school site featuring a mix of single and two-storey buildings, set within a self-contained plot of approximately 1 acre (0.404 hectares). Offering a Total Gross Internal Floor Area of approximately 9,973 sq ft (926.43 sq m), the site provides a versatile range of accommodation suitable for continued educational use or potential redevelopment, subject to the necessary statutory consents.

The layout is arranged across two distinct building complexes.

The first includes a two-storey secondary school block, configured to provide a range of well proportioned classrooms over both floors, alongside welfare facilities.

The second comprises the single-storey primary school and the two-storey Old School House.

The primary building features multiple teaching rooms, a commercial-grade kitchen,
and associated facilities, while the Old School House provides additional ancillary
accommodation over two floors, ideal for administrative or support use.

Given its scale, layout and location, the property presents an exceptional opportunity for a wide range of alternative uses including educational, commercial, residential or religious purposes (subject to planning). Consideration will be given to both unconditional and conditional offers on the property.

Externally, the site includes two playgrounds or games areas, along with on-site car parking. The property benefits from a single access point and enjoys prominent frontage onto the A489, offering strong visibility and accessibility.

Tenure: Freehold. Land Registry Number: CYM425987. The property is offered for sale freehold subject to a variety of licence agreements that are granted on all inclusive terms. It is understood that the freehold interest in the property is to be with vacant possession.

Rateable Value
Current rateable value = £18,500
Rates payable = £10,508

Planning
Individual offices and the licences becoming liable for the payment of the rates levy (if any due to small business relief).

Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries. The subject property is understood to benefit from planning consent as a school falling within Use Class D1 of the Town and Country Use Classes Order 1987. The property is understood to be classed as brown field and within a recognised settlement, this allows the potential for the property to be used for a variety of uses subject to the relevant statutory consents.

Directions

From Newtown proceed on the A489 signposted Craven Arms and Kerry. Proceed through the village of Kerry and on to Sarn. On entering the village of Sarn continue past the village hall on the right hand side and take the next right hand turn and the entrance to the property is on the left hand side.
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