Land off the Paddock

Attractive parcel of land, extending to 2.2 acres, located in an elevated position with excellent views and having been allocated for residential development in Denbighshire CC Local Development Plan

Comment from Robert Reed of Gascoigne Halman

I am proud to have grown up in North Wales and have subsequently always enjoyed my work in and around the area, selling a diverse range of property and land.

This 2.2 acre site has exciting potential. It is located in an elevated part of historic St Asaph, which was granted City status in March 2012 as part of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations. The land is well positioned off a high quality residential road, enjoys beautiful rural views across the hills towards the river and yet is within walking distance of the High School, Cathedral and bustling High Street.

The land was submitted for allocation as residential development to Denbighshire County Council when putting together their Local Development Plan 2006 - 2021. It was contained and approved for such within the inspector¿s report, which was subsequently adopted.

Whilst the site is for sale as a whole and extends to 2.2 acres, 1.2 acres of this was awarded the allocation, with a view that it could take up to 16 houses. The land not allocated for housing would have the obvious potential to be used as public open space or even as a cycle path to the town, which has long been desired by local residents.

Within the site there is an electricity pole that is owned by Scottish Power - a modest payment is received by the site owners in recognition of this. The site also has a mains water connection. It should also be noted that there are foul and surface water sewers crossing the site, together with associated no build easements - these would need to be taken account of in any proposed development scheme.

Any build programme or development would be subject to the grant of planning permission from Denbighshire County Council.

The area as a whole is impressive and good sales values have been achieved both very locally to the site and more recently, in the City as a whole.

The land is being offered for sale at a very competitive price and the land owners are seeking offers that will be able to offer a very prompt legal completion. If such a timescale is possible, the clients will consider selling the site without any overage of future reservation of development rights.

For a personal description or to arrange a viewing of the site, please contact me directly.

Location

St Asaph is a beautiful rural city with a substantial amount of breathtaking scenery. TIt lies between Ruthin and the coastal town of Prestatyn. It is also home to the smallest cathedral in Britain and is set on the banks of the River Elwy.

The beautiful and natural river setting of St Asaph Common is very popular with walkers and families, especially being surrounded by countryside and spectacular views over the Vale of Clwyd. This small city offers visitors peace and tranquillity with parklands, good sporting facilities and great food. There are excellent hiking / walking trails in the City, suitable for all fitness levels and offering fantastic views of the Clwydian Hills.

With regards to amenities there is a pre-school, junior and high schools including an Independent school, doctor's surgery, sports centre, library, supermarket and a variety of thriving pubs, restaurants, hotels, shops and businesses. In addition there is neaby golf course, Tweedmill shopping outlet, garden centre and 15th century parish Church.

It has been and has been an important ecclesiastical centre for centuries, dating back to AD560 when a community was founded by the Scottish saint Kentigern. The North Wales Music Festival is held in the Cathedral in late September each year. The surrounding area offers peaceful mountain and moor land walks along with a full range of coastal attractions.

From Handbook of the Vale of Clwyd , William Davis, 1856;

"The houses in the principal streets are brick, and in general small, though neatly built; the streets are kept clean. The view of the city from many points around it, is particularly striking; its elevated position on an eminence near the termination of the Vale of Clwyd, crowned on its summit with the Cathedral, and having the parish church at its base, makes it a conspicuous object from every point of view, and the luxuriant grove of trees in which it is deeply emblossomed give it a pleasingly romantic appearance. The surrounding scenery, which in every direction abounds with objects of interest and beauty, is seen to great advantage from the eminence on which the city is built, and from the high grounds in the immediate vicinity."

Directions

Pass Ysgol Glan Clwyd on the left hand side, taking the next right into Upper Denbigh Road. At the T junction take a right turn onto Bishops Walk. Follow the road around and take a right turn into The Paddock. Proceed to the head of the cul de sac and the entrance to the land will be found on the left side.

WANT TO MOVE BUT NEED TO SELL?

If you are interested in this property but need to sell your own home in Wales, Cheshire, South Manchester or the Peak District, Gascoigne Halman can provide a free, no obligation market appraisal and valuation of your own home. We are proud to be the leading estate agent in the area, with a network of twenty three offices - full contact details can be located on our website. Robert Reed is the manager of the Tarporley office, which covers North Wales.

The Tarporley team consists of Robert, Pamela, Oliver, Sally and Julie - we pride ourselves on being not just professional and efficient but also warm and welcoming. If you are in the village and fancy a coffee, do come in and say hello. We are located at 62 High Street, Tarporley, six premises to the left of Tarporley Parish Church. Our building is a landmark in the village, having above the shop front a beautiful illuminated fully working heritage clock.

NOTICE

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