* Freehold
* Large grade II listed chapel with mezzanine/ gallery area
* Gross internal area – 426. 42 sq. M (4, 589. 98 sq. Ft. ) over two floors
* Established residential area along edge of prime commercial location
* Site area of 0. 153 acre (0. 062 hectare)
The property comprises a substantial size two - storey chapel building, which is
located within an established residential area within the village of Skewen.
Whilst we cannot confirm the exact age of construction of the building, we
have assumed it would have been constructed during the mid to late 1800’s. We
also note that the subject premises has been Listed by cadw, which is
classified as a Grade II Listed Building. The reason for designation is for
its architectural interest as a well - designed late C19 chapel retaining
original character and detail.
Internally, the premises comprises the main entrance foyer leading to the nave
with additional stairwells located either side of the entrance which provides
access to the mezzanine /balcony area. The premises has also been extended
further to the rear to accommodate the vestry area at ground floor level and
the organ room at first floor.
Externally, the subject premises is located within a relatively large plot,
which accommodates an enclosed courtyard to the side and rear elevations. The
enclosed courtyard also accommodates a small storage shed and external w. c.
Facilities.
Based on its current layout we note that no designated on - site parking
facilities are available but we do advise that the entire site equates to
approximately 0. 153 acre (0. 062 hectare) in total.
**Description**
The property comprises a substantial size two - storey chapel building, which is
located within an established residential area within the village of Skewen.
Whilst we cannot confirm the exact age of construction of the building, we
have assumed it would have been constructed during the mid to late 1800’s. We
also note that the subject premises has been Listed by cadw, which is
classified as a Grade II Listed Building. The reason for designation is for
its architectural interest as a well - designed late C19 chapel retaining
original character and detail.
Internally, the premises comprises the main entrance foyer leading to the nave
with additional stairwells located either side of the entrance which provides
access to the mezzanine /balcony area. The premises has also been extended
further to the rear to accommodate the vestry area at ground floor level and
the organ room at first floor.
Externally, the subject premises is located within a relatively large plot,
which accommodates an enclosed courtyard to the side and rear elevations. The
enclosed courtyard also accommodates a small storage shed and external w. c.
Facilities.
Based on its current layout we note that no designated on - site parking
facilities are available but we do advise that the entire site equates to
approximately 0. 153 acre (0. 062 hectare) in total.
**Location**
The property is located along the edge of the prime retail area of Skewen
within Tabernacle Street.
Skewen is an established urban district, approximately 7. 5 miles northeast of
Swansea City Centre and 2. 2 miles west of Neath town centre. The village has a
built up population of approximately 8, 500, which is located within the
unitary authority of Neath Port Talbot.
The character of the surrounding area is predominantly residential in nature,
comprising a range of terraced house types, supported by an established parade
of commercial units, comprising the prime retail area of New Road, which
accommodates a range of national and local occupiers.
The immediate vicinity also provides good lines of communication via the main
A4230 and the A465, while the M4 Motorway (J43 - J44) is less than 2 miles away
in a south westerly direction.
**Accommodation**
The subject premises affords the following approximate dimensions and areas:
**Ground floor
**
Gross Internal Area: 262. 06 sq. m (2, 820. 84 sq. Ft. )
Entrance Foyer: 12. 29m x 1. 96m
with stairs to first floor, doors to.
Naïve: 12. 29m x 17. 81m
Vestry: 6. 16m x 2. 70m
accessed from the main naïve, with stairs to first floor.
External Toilet Block: 1. 41m x 2. 25m
accessed externally to the side within the enclosed courtyard
**First floor
**
Gross Internal Area: 164. 36 sq. m (1, 769. 18 sq. Ft. )
Organ Room: 6. 15m x 2. 24m
accessed via an internal stairwell off the vestry area.
Balcony/ Gallery Area: 12. 30m x 19. 80m
accessed via an internal stairwell off the entrance foyer, with balcony to
three sides of the main elevations.
**Rates**
It is advised that a place of public religious worship is wholly exempt from
business rates under Schedule 5 of the Local Government Finance Act 1988 (as
amended) if it is registered and certified as a place of worship under the
Places of Worship Registration Act 1855.
**Vat**
We have been advised that VAT is not applicable to this proposed transaction.
**Terms And Tenure**
The subject premises is available Freehold with vacant possession.
Please be advised that the property is to be offered for sale in accordance
with the requirements for disposition under Section 119 of the Charities Act
2011. A period of full marketing will be required and any offers should be
made in writing directly to the selling agent.
**Viewing**
By appointment with Sole Agents:
Astleys Chartered Surveyors
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