Former South Shields pub up for auction this March

The potential re-development opportunity, which includes a “substantial” pub building, sits on a 0.28 acre site on Gainsborough Avenue.

Internally, the space covers 4,291 square feet and features a main bar, a smaller side bar, and WC facilities.

The pub in July, 2023. (Image: Google Street View)

The first floor of the property also contains residential accommodation, including three bedrooms, a lounge, a kitchen/utility, and a bathroom.

Externally, a large car park area is included.

BTG Eddisons Property Auctions, Commercial Nationwide, state on the listing: “The property could be suitable for a host of re-development opportunities including retail / convenience store and / or residential, subject to any necessary consents.”

Externally, a large car park area is included. (Image: BTG Eddisons Property Auctions, Commercial Nationwide)

They highlighted the site’s proximity to St Oswald’s Catholic Primary School and its connection to the A19 through Nevinson Avenue and Whiteleas Way.

The auctioneers described: “The property is on the west side of Gainsborough Avenue leading to Nevinson Avenue and Whiteleas Way to the south of John Reid Road which connects directly to the A19.”

Also listed were details that the sale will take place on Tuesday, March 24, via a multi-lot timed auction, where binding contracts will be exchanged at the point of sale.

Buyers will need to be aware of the deposit and non-refundable auctioneers fees that apply to the purchase of the property.

These include a 10% deposit, subject to a minimum of £5,000, and a buyer’s fee of 1.8 per cent of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £2,400 including VAT.

This listing is offered in partnership with Naylors Gavin Black, Newcastle upon Tyne.

For more information, you can contact BTG Eddisons Property Auctions on 03456462288.