FOR SALE
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Refurbished Offices, Training Centre and Fenced Compound
Former Tondu Ironworks Tondu, Nr Bridgend, CF32 9TF
Site of approximately 11.34 acres (4.59 hectares)
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THE PROPERTY
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Tondu is located approximately 3 miles north of Bridgend Town Centre, in the Llynfi Valley and 6 miles south east of Maesteg. It is served by the A4065 and A4063 and Junction 36 of the M4 Motorway is approx. 1 mile to the south. The Property is situated on the western side of Maesteg Road (A4063) in a predominately residential area, adjoining a church and Tondu Park.
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Description The Property forms part of the former Tondu Ironworks which were established in the 1820s, for the production of rails and sheet iron, and the works ceased production in 1895-6.
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The structures on site include:
The site extends to approximately 11.34 acres (4.59 hectares). The main useable buildings have been measured in accordance with the RICS Code of Measuring Practice (6th Edition) as follows:
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Refurbished Engine House office building Resource Centre (previously used for youth training) Remains of hot blast stoves, coke ovens, calcining kilns, blast furnace floor and a drift mine Several sculpted landscape objects including parts of the former Ironworks plant and machinery Wooden play area structures Fenced compound incorporating various containers and storage sheds
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A4061 Sarn Park Service Area
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The site is situated within a Strategic Regeneration Growth Area. Interested parties should make their own enquiries with the local authority to satisfy themselves as to the intended use of the property
Tenure Freehold with vacant possession.
Former Engine House (4 Floors)
3,226 sq ft
(299.76 sq m)
Resource/Training Centre (Ground Floor)
1,000 sq ft
(92.9 sq m)
Guide Price
The Property is capable of separation to allow for up to two, possibly three disposals.
Planning Part of the site has been designated a ‘scheduled monument’ where the buildings /structures are additionally a mix of grade II* and II listed buildings. The general advice from the Welsh Government’s Historic Environment Service (Cadw) is that while there is no statutory obligation to maintain the structures to a prescribed standard, any new owner should keep the site, including the buildings and structures, in a good state of repair. For definitive information, interested parties should contact Cadw. Further advice is available at http://cadw.gov.wales/ historicenvironment/protection/monuments/?lang=en . The land is crossed by several public footpaths and includes a bmx track and a pond. Significant areas of the site are covered by well-established woodland which are predominantly subject to a blanket TPO designation.
£400,000
Business Rates Interested parties should make their own enquiries with the local authority (Bridgend County Council) to ascertain the exact rates payable. A change in occupation may trigger an adjustment to the rates assessment.
VAT Under the Finance Acts 1989 and 1997, VAT may be levied on the Sale price. We recommend that the prospective purchasers establish the VAT implications before entering into any agreement.
Energy Performance Certificate EPC has been commissioned and will be available for inspection.
Viewing/Further Information
The majority of the site is in a conservation area.
Alder King Property Consultants
The site is situated within flood zone 1.
Contact: Owen Young Tel: 029 2022 0000 Fax: 029 2022 022 Email:
[email protected] The relevant development plan is the Bridgend Local Development Plan (LDP) 2006 – 2021, which was adopted on 18 September 2013. The subject site is within the settlement boundary.
Ref: OY/82467
Asbestos Regulations: It is the responsibility of the owner or tenant of the property, and anyone else who has control over it and/or responsibility for maintaining it to comply with the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 (CAR 2012). The detection of asbestos and asbestos related compounds is beyond the scope of Alder King and accordingly we recommend you obtain advice from a specialist source. Subject To Contract: Alder King LLP is a Limited Liability Partnership registered in England and Wales. No OC306796. Registered Office: Pembroke House, 15 Pembroke Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3BA. A list of all Members is available at the registered office. Created by Carrick • Tel: 029 2083 9120 • www.carrickcreative.co.uk September 2015