Hide Hill, Berwick-upon-tweed, TD15

DESCRIPTION

22 - 24 Hide Hill is a Grade II Listed three storey terraced building towards the centre of the western side of Hide Hill which is believed to date to the late eighteenth century.

The building is of traditional construction with painted rendered external finish to the front elevation with painted ashlar quoins under a pitched roof clad in slate. There are decorative cornices over the ground floor window and door openings incorporating fluted scroll brackets to either side.

Significant extensions have been erected to the rear. There is a first floor linking corridor to the north of the central section to the wall head to veitch’s yard (the vennel and staired walkway linking Hide Hill to Eastern Lane Car Park. is capped in lead.

ACCOMMODATION

Ground Floor: Front Shop, most recently subdivided to provide ramped access within lobby with service counter; rear shop divided to provide foreign exchange counter, mortgage adviser desks, interview room and office areas; corridor through to rear office; strong room; stairs to upper levels. Secondary entrance to the south providing access to the main stairs to the upper levels and the basement.

First Floor: Landing; front office suite providing general office and two further offices; ladies and gents WCs; store room; rear linking corridor; general office with three store rooms off; rear stair and fire escape to Eastern Lane Car Park.

Second Floor: Front Landing with WC off; Store room; boiler room. Rear Stairs to rear office suite providing reception, and three offices.

Discover a fantastic opportunity to secure a property in a prime location at the top of Hide Hill, right in the vibrant town centre of Berwick-upon-Tweed. This bustling spot guarantees high foot traffic, making it ideal for businesses looking to thrive.

Located in Northumberland, northern England, Berwick-upon-Tweed is a charming town with a rich history and a growing population. According to the 2021 census, the town's population stands at 13,170, a 2.33% increase from 2001. Perfectly positioned approximately equidistant between Edinburgh and Newcastle-upon-Tyne (around sixty-five miles each way), Berwick offers the best of both worlds.

Excellent Connectivity

Road: Easy access to the A1 Trunk Road connects you to the National Roads Network.

Rail: The Mainline East Coast Railway Network offers regular services to Edinburgh and Newcastle (approximately forty-five miles each way) and London (just three and a half hours away).

Air: Nearby airports in Edinburgh and Newcastle-upon-Tyne provide a range of domestic and international flights.

Thriving Market Town

Berwick-upon-Tweed is the principal market town for North Northumberland and the eastern Borders, serving a catchment area of around 42,000 people. It boasts a full range of retail, leisure, and financial services, making it a central hub for the region.

Tourism Boost

The town’s vibrant tourism sector sees the resident population effectively double during peak seasons, attracting visitors with its historical charm and scenic beauty. In 2019, the population within a ten-mile radius was recorded at 27,323, with an average household income of £23,597.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to establish your presence in one of Northumberland’s most dynamic towns. Contact us today to learn more and schedule a viewing!

AREAS

The subjects have been measured in accordance with the RICS Code of Measuring Practice to the following approximate areas:

Net Internal Area 582.87 sq m / 6,272 sq ft

In Terms of Zone A 118.55 sq m / 1,276 sq ft

E & oe measurements of the main building taken with a laser measure.

RATEABLE VALUE

According to the Valuation Office Website the premises are currently assessed to a Rateable Value of £24,250 effective from 01-April-2024.

The current uniform business rate for small businesses for 2022/2023 is 0.49p to the pound. The subjects are Grade II Listed so are understood to be exempt from Rates liabilities whilst vacant.

Rateable value information has been obtained from the Government website. Whilst believed to be correct, this information has not been independently verified.

SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.

EPC Pending

Tenure Freehold. It is understood that the subjects are available on a Freehold basis.

VIEWING

By appointment with the sole agents.

Edwin Thompson, Chartered Surveyors

76 Overhaugh Street

Galashiels

TD1 1DP

Tel. 01896 751300

Fax. 01896 758883

E-mail: [email protected]

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Edwin Thompson for themselves and for the Vendor of this property, whose Agents they are, give notice that:

1. The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, any offer or contract.

2. All descriptions, dimensions, plans, reference to condition and necessary conditions for use and occupation and other details are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness.

3. No person in the employment of Edwin Thompson has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property or these particulars, nor to enter into any contract relating to the property on behalf of the Agents, nor into any contract on behalf of the Vendor.

4. No responsibility can be accepted for loss or expense incurred in viewing the property or in any other way in the event of the property being sold or withdrawn.

5. Edwin Thompson is the generic trading name for Edwin Thompson Property Services Limited, a Limited Company registered in England and Wales (no.07428207). Registered office:28 St John’s Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5AF