AN HISTORIC but dilapidated prominent Jacobean style North Wales Shire Hall building has gone up for sale at auction.
The commending fire damaged 125-year-old building, which is now a sad shadow of its former self in Llangefni, on Anglesey, is being sold by Paul Fosh Auctions.
Gemma Vaughan, of the South Wales based auctioneers said: “The lot offers a most unusual and exciting opportunity for an investor/developer to acquire this historic building in the heart of Llangefni.
“The substantial but derelict property which has been severely damaged by fire, the site of which extends to some ¾ of an acre, has a prime position overlooking the Afon Cefni
“Planning permission (Application Number FPL/2023/181) has been granted for the creation of six townhouses, of four storey construction and extending to approximately 150m2 each, located beside the river.
“However, the site would seem to support a significantly greater density of use, particularly if the now redundant building were to be demolished in part or entirety.
“The vendor’s architects have consulted with the local authority which has indicated support for a more elaborate scheme.
However, those interested in bidding for the property are advised to view the remains of the Shire Hall from a safe distance.
Gemma said: “The site is inaccessible, and we are informed, is unsafe. We are unauthorised to provide access. Any party accessing the property enters at their own risk.
Shire Hall is a period listed building constructed of stone originally in 1899 with later extensions.
Built by O. M. Roberts & Sons, of Porthmadog, to a design by Lloyd Williams, of Denbigh,at a cost of £4,453. The later extension was designed by Joseph Owen, county architect, in 1912.
The building has been used as office accommodation for many years but in recent years has suffered catastrophic fire damage and now stands derelict.
The site occupies a prominent position in Llangefni which is situated within central Anglesey being extremely accessible.
Llangefni has a wide range of services catering for the majority of daily needs. As an alternative, the larger conurbations of Bangor and Holyhead are 10 and 15 miles respectively offering retail parks and shopping centres.
On the recreational front the island is known for its scenic coastline with numerous sandy beaches. There is excellent walking both inland and along the Anglesey Coastal Path. There is a marina at Holyhead and several golf courses within close proximity. There is also excellent wind surfing and kite surfing at nearby Rhosneigr and Newborough.
The property, on Glanhwfa Road and which is listed with a guide price of £288,000-plus, benefits from good road connections and is located within one mile of the A55 expressway facilitating easy access across Anglesey and the north Wales coast to Cheshire and linking with the national motorway network.
This lot along with some ninety others is included in the online Paul Fosh Auctions sale which starts from 12 noon on Tuesday, May 20 and ends from 5pm on Thursday, May 22
More information can be found on the Paul Fosh Auctions website.
