WILSON CARLILE CENTRE 50 CAVENDISH STREET, SHEFFIELD, YORKSHIRE, S3 7RZ

• Prime freehold site less than half amile from Sheffield city centre
• In an area identified as being for the 'Expansion of City Centre Living'
• Close to both Sheffield Universities: University of Sheffield - 0.2 milesn Sheffield Hallam - 0.6 miles
• Not listed as of architectural or historic interest, not in a conservation area, and outside the green belt
• Total site size 1.18 acres (0.47 hectares) comprising 30,000 sqft of accommodation and 37 parking spaces

Description

- The Site is in the Devonshire Quarter which has been identified as an area for the 'Expansion of City Centre Living' which establishes the principle of residential development
- Purpose Built Student Accommodation. Policy CS4a is fairly flexible in allowing PBSA and direct PBSA, specifically in this quarter of the city
- Preferred Use Classes are C2 and C3
- Acceptable uses include; HMOs and classes, E, F1 and F2
The Wilson Carlile Centre was purpose-built in 1992 by the Church Army as a modern, welcoming base for mission, hospitality and training. Its thoughtful layout - combining open plan offices, café, chapel and en-suite accommodation - makes it highly adaptable for today's needs. And with no listing or planning constraints, it offers the flexibility to re-imagine its future.
The Wilson Carlile Centre comprises three buildings: the main Centre and two adjoining residential blocks, all arranged around an attractive landscaped grounds.

The versatile main building offers:
- Reception, café with commercial kitchen, and open-plan offices
- Flexible meeting and conference rooms with sliding partitions
- Seminar rooms, library, chapel, and well-appointed WCs
- Basement storage with gym-ready facilities, including showers
and changing rooms

Constructed of brick and block with part-rendered elevations, the Centre features exposed brickwork, timber beams, carpeted concrete floors, and a mix of LED and fluorescent lighting. Heating is provided by gas-fired central heating and an air-handling system. A four-person lift serves all levels for full accessibility.

Springfield and Cavendish are brick-and-block residential buildings with pitched, reconstituted slate roofs, originally built as student accommodation. Each floor provides five en-suite bedrooms with a communal kitchen. Cavendish Ground Floor: Designed as a caretaker's flat, offering three bedrooms, a dining room, and a lounge. Interior Specification: Painted plastered walls and ceilings, fully tiled and fitted shower rooms, and per-floor gas-fired boiler heating.

Capacity: Currently 33 letting rooms, with potential to increase to 35 with minor adaptations to the caretaker's flat.

Location

Sheffield is one of the UK's most dynamic and forward-looking cities, combining a rich industrial heritage with a modern, innovation-driven economy. Known as the 'Outdoor City', Sheffield combines stunning green spaces with a vibrant urban centre and cultural landmarks like the Crucible and Lyceum Theatres.

Home to two world-class universities and a thriving technology and advanced manufacturing sector, it attracts talent from across the globe.
Prime city-centre location, just minutes from Sheffield's vibrant core
Excellent public transport links: nearby tram and bus stops
Sheffield main railway station within easy walking distance
Direct access to the A61 and Inner Ring Road for citywide connectivity
Quick links to the M1 motorway for regional and national travel

Services

We understand that the property is connected to all mains services; gas, electricity, water and drainage. The Wilson Carlile Centre and both residential buildings are heated throughout via gas fired central heating, with the Wilson Carlile Centre also benefiting from an air handling system.

Planning

The property is within the jurisdiction of Sheffield City Council where planning decisions are governed by the Adopted Local Plan which comprises the Core Strategy adopted in March 2009. The property is not listed as being of architectural or historical interest, nor is it within a greenbelt or a conservation area.

Terms

The property is offered freehold with vacant possession by unconditional contract.

Legal Costs

Each party is to be responsible for its own legal costs.

Viewing

By prior arrangement with the sole agent, Bruton Knowles, only.

VAT

VAT is applicable unless stated otherwise.

Business Rates

Offices (College and Premises)
£75,000
Residential / Hostel (Guest House and Premises)
£17,500

EPC

- Wilson Carlile Centre: C-61
Springfield: To be assessed
Cavendish: To be assessed