FOR SALE/MAY LET
Former Distribution Depot,
Abbotsford Road, Gateshead NE10 0LT
© Imagery copyright Geoperspectives from BlueSky International Ltd & Infoterra Ltd 2009
• Site area approx 13.6 acre (5.5 ha)
• Warehouse/Offices/Garage/Service Yard
approx GIA 20,979 m2 (225,738 sq. ft)
• Road links to A19 & A194(M)
• Offers invited
Viewing & Further Information
Judith Turner • 0191 433 3491 • [email protected]
Jason Speed • 0191 433 3495 • [email protected]
Location
The property is situated in Gateshead on Abbotsford Road at the junction of the Felling-bypass (A184) and Shields Road (A185). The site is within a predominately industrial area with
road access to the A19 and A194(M). It is also close to the Heworth Metro Station which
provides commuter rail links to Newcastle and Sunderland. Next to the depot is Tufnells
Express Parcels. Other nearby occupiers include KGM refrigeration, Storage Centres and
Nissan Benfield Car Showroom.
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Description
The site comprises of a warehouse with ancillary office, detached garage workshop, office
building and concrete service yard. Within the service yard there is a facility for dispensing
diesel fuel and space for car parking. There is a security hut at the front of the site and access
is controlled via a security barrier.
Warehouse
The warehouse is of steel frame and brick construction with low pitched roof. It was originally
built in the late 1960’s and was extended in the late1980’s. The warehouse benefits from 23
raised loading bays and 5 ground level vehicular access doors. Within the warehouse there
are two ancillary office areas. The original warehouse is interlinked with the extended part of
the warehouse. There is a link building between the warehouse and office building which was
used as a staff canteen and dining area.
Detached Garage
The detached garage is of steel frame construction with pitched panel roof. There are three
roller shutter vehicular acres doors to the front and three doors to the rear. The doors provide
an eaves height of approximately 6.36metres. There is a vehicular inspection pit and ancillary
office.
Office
To the rear of the site and linked to the warehouse is single storey office accommodation.
The building is of steel frame construction with plastered walls and solid floor. It is currently
divided into small offices by partition walls. Externally there is on site car parking close to the
office building.
Accommodation
The accommodation comprises of the following approximate Gross Internal Area (GIA):• Detached Garage
• Original Warehouse
• Warehouse Extension
• Office/Canteen
561sq.m (6,039 sq.ft)
14,059 sq.m (151,275 sq.ft)
5,668 sq.m (60,987sq.ft)
692 sq.m (7,440 sq.ft)
Total GIA
20,979 sq.m (225,738 sq.ft)
Site Area
5.5ha (13.6acres)
Utility Services
We understand that all services are connected to the units. The warehouse and detached
garage benefits from 3 phase electricity 415v. The services have not been tested and
purchaser would have to satisfy themselves on their condition.
Planning
The site was last used as a distribution centre by a supermarket operator. The site is located
within the Felling Primary Employment Area and is protected for employment use under
Policy JE1.7 of the Unitary Development Plan 2007.
Rateable value
The property has a current Rateable Value of £342,500 within the 2010 Valuation Office rating
list. Prospective purchasers are advised to contact Strategic Director, Finance & ICT (Business
Rates) for further information on rates liability on Telephone (0191 433 3000)
Tenure
The property is available by way of freehold and offers are invited for the freehold interest.
Alternatively the Council would consider the granting of a new FRI lease for a term of years to
be agreed.
Energy Performance Certificates
Full details upon request
Ground Conditions
Prospective purchasers will need to satisfy themselves regarding the ground conditions and
utility services in the site, including the existing diesel tanks.
Main Terms
• The extent of the property is shown edged red on the location plan.
• The site is to be sold freehold with vacant possession, alternatively may consider a leasehold
disposal.
• The site is approximately 5.5ha (13.6acres) in extent.
• The purchase is subject to all existing covenants and rights of way.
• The purchaser will be required to obtain all necessary Planning and Building Regulation
Consents for his proposals.
Each party to bear its own costs in connection with this transaction.
The purchaser or lessee will be required to enter into a Deed of Covenant with the previous
owner of the site to comply with the restrictions placed on the site when transferred into the
Council’s ownership.
The Council further reserves the right to include an overage clause in appropriate
circumstances.
Offer Procedure
All offers should be made in writing to:- Head of Property and Design, Civic Centre, Regent
Street, Gateshead, NE8 1HH for attention of Jason Speed.
Potential purchasers need to make a financial offer and provide details of the proposed
scheme and end use.
Please note: The council accepts no responsibility for any expenditure incurred by an
interested party in relation to the submission of an offer.
Remarks
The disposal is subject to contract and the approval of Gateshead Council Cabinet.
The Council does not bind itself to accept any offer for the property.
Disclaimer
Misrepresentation Act 1967: the particulars of sale are intended only as a guide to
prospective purchasers to enable them to decide whether to make further enquiries with a
view to taking up further discussions but they are otherwise not intended to be relied on and
their accuracy is not guaranteed.
The purchaser should make further searches as are usually made and these particulars
are supplied on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Property
Services.
Property Misdescriptions Act 1991:
All statements contained within these particulars and web site details are believed to
be correct but their accuracy is not guaranteed nor do they form part of any contract or
warranty.
The Council accepts no liability in negligence or otherwise for any loss caused by an
inaccuracy in these particulars and the Group Director, Development and Enterprise
reserves the right to alter these particulars at any time.
The Freedom of Information Act 2000
The contracting Council is subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
As part of the Council’s duties under the Act, it may be required to disclose information
forming part of your offer/bid/ tender or proposal to a third party upon reasonable request.
If you consider that any of the information provided in your offer/ bid/ tender or proposal is
commercially sensitive (meaning it could reasonably cause prejudice to your organisation
if disclosed to a third party) then it should be clearly marked on each sheet or the cover
sheet or labelled as “Not for disclosure to third parties” in your offer/ bid/ tender or proposal
together with valid reasons in support of the information being exempt from disclosure
under the Act.
The Council will endeavour to consult with you and have regard to your comments and any
objections before it releases any information to a third party under the Act. However, the
Council cannot be held liable for any loss or prejudice caused by the disclosure of information
that has not been clearly marked as “Not for disclosure to third parties” or where no reasons
are provided to support a request to withhold its disclosure.
Money Laundering Legislation
The Council will need to comply with the anti money laundering legislation and will take all
necessary steps to comply with the legislation.
Viewing
Viewings will be available by appointment only. Further details are available upon request.
If you wish to view the property please telephone (0191) 433 3491. Alternatively please send
e-mail enquiries to [email protected].
Enquiries
Should any interested parties require any further information please contact Jason Speed
using the details below:
Property & Design,
Development & Enterprise,
Gateshead Council, Civic Centre, Regent Street, Gateshead, NE8 1HH
Tel: (0191) 433 3495 • e-mail: [email protected]
Location Plan
Newcastle
City Centre
Gateshead
A1(M)
A1(M)
The Site
A194(M)
A19
A19
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