Located on Newall Road near Otley town centre, the property comes with consent to convert the existing church hall into two homes. The planning permission also allows for an additional four houses to be constructed on the land behind the hall, alongside dedicated green space and landscaping. This development consent was secured following a successful Planning Inspectorate decision earlier this year.

The entire site will be put up for sale in the upcoming live stream auction hosted by BTG Eddisons Property Auctions on Wednesday 29th July.

Chris Jackson, associate director at BTG Eddisons Property Auctions, said: “Securing consent to develop this site was not straightforward but, as the planning inspector noted, it will deliver six well-designed homes, boosting Otley’s housing supply while supporting the local economy.”

Jackson commented: “The site is in an excellent location close to Prince Henry’s Grammar School, the River Wharfe and the town centre. Otley is a highly desirable place to live, with excellent pubs, shops and restaurants, easy access to rail services from Menston and Ilkley, and all the benefits of the Yorkshire countryside on the doorstep.”

Jackson added: “We’re already seeing strong interest in the property and expect competitive bidding when it goes under the hammer later this month.”

For those interested in the development, more information on the property, bidding procedures, and other available lots can be found on the BTG Eddisons Property Auctions website.

The expansion will see the creation of a boutique neighbourhood of nine energy-efficient, premium family homes in a highly sought-after location on the south-west edge of the town. With an estimated gross development value of approximately £5 million, the scheme will consist of a high-quality collection of three-, four-, and five-bedroom properties.

In keeping with modern environmental standards, every home within the new phase will feature solar panels and an electric vehicle charging point as standard. These sustainable additions are designed to help incoming homeowners significantly lower their energy bills while supporting low-carbon living.

Alongside the physical build, Newett Homes has committed £65,000 in planning contributions to support local infrastructure and community investment in the surrounding Harrogate area.

Will Newett, Chief Executive of Newett Homes, said: “Harrogate continues to see strong demand for high-quality family homes, particularly in established locations where opportunities for new development are increasingly limited. The acquisition of this site enables us to build on the success of the first phase of The Pastures and gives us the opportunity to deliver another collection of homes that reflects the expectations of today’s buyers.”

He added: “As a Yorkshire-based housebuilder, there is always a real sense of pride in delivering new communities within our heartland. Building close to home allows us to draw on our local knowledge and understanding of what buyers in the region are looking for, while continuing to invest in the places where we live and work.”

Construction on the new phase is scheduled to begin immediately. The homes have already been released for off-plan sales through local estate agent William H Brown, with the first residents expected to move in by February 2027. The entire development is slated for completion in May 2027.

Interested buyers looking for more information on available plots can contact the William H Brown Harrogate branch directly at 01423 502282.

Built by Monks, Restored for Pints

The property’s origins are deeply tied to the region’s religious history. It was originally constructed as a working watermill by Cluniac monks from the nearby Monk Bretton Priory. Powered by the River Dearne, the mill spent centuries grinding corn to sustain the monastic community. When Henry VIII forcefully pushed through the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 1530s, the mill was stripped from the church and transitioned into private hands. Incredibly, it remained a functional, working mill for hundreds of years.

By the 1980s, the historic structure underwent a massive, award-winning restoration spearheaded by local architect Malcolm Lister. Today, it operates as a thriving, character-packed pub and restaurant that wears its history firmly on its sleeve. Stepping inside is like stepping back in time. The property still retains an abundance of its original architectural features, including spectacular open-beamed roofs, grand original fireplaces, the historic iron pulley system once used to move the heavy millstones, and centuries-old graffiti carved directly into the structure by the former millers who worked the site across the ages.

What is Included in the Sale?

The auction isn’t just for the pub building itself; the lot sits on a generous 1.3-acre site that offers major versatility for an investor. The sale includes the fully operational Grade II-listed pub and restaurant building, a large private car park, and spacious outdoor beer garden seating areas. Additionally, a completely separate, two-storey stone-built house is located on-site, which is perfectly suited for a manager’s accommodation, a private residential let, or a lucrative holiday rental.

For anyone looking to take over, the business comes with an incredibly stable setup. The pub is currently occupied by an existing tenant on a 10-year lease, meaning a buyer will secure immediate, guaranteed rental yields from day one.

Auction Details

The historic property is being marketed by BTG Eddisons Property Auctions as part of their next multi-lot timed online event. Bidding officially opens on Monday, 27th July 2026, and will close the following day on Tuesday, 28th July 2026, with the guide price firmly set at £300,000.

Located less than three miles from Barnsley town centre and sitting right on the doorstep of the region’s major transport networks, it represents a truly one-of-a-kind investment. For full registration details, legal packs, or to arrange a viewing before bidding opens, visit the BTG Eddisons Property Auctions website.

Known as Bay Hall Mills, the freehold industrial property extends to an impressive 129,827 sq ft and is being offered to investors with a guide price of £1.475 million to £1.5 million. The massive asset currently generates a rental income of £175,000 per annum, reflecting an attractive initial gross yield of approximately 11.9%.

The landmark property is fully let to Camira Fabrics Ltd, a prominent multinational fabric manufacturer that has operated from the site for more than 25 years and has made significant capital investment into the premises over the decades. Camira occupies the property on a secure 10-year full repairing and insuring lease that runs until 2033 with no break clauses, offering buyers guaranteed stability.

Situated within a predominantly residential pocket of Huddersfield, the site offers a rare dual advantage for buyers. While it functions as a high-yielding industrial asset in the short term, the surrounding geography means the site holds excellent future redevelopment prospects. Subject to planning consent and eventual vacant possession, the property could easily accommodate a substantial residential-led housing scheme in the longer term.

Tom Hanson, Commercial Auction Partner at Allsop, said: “Bay Hall Mills presents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-let industrial investment that combines strong income with genuine long-term redevelopment potential. With a long-established tenant, an attractive yield profile and a location surrounded by residential housing, the property offers investors both immediate returns and the prospect of future value creation through redevelopment.”

The lot will be officially offered in Allsop’s July commercial auction, which will be livestreamed online from 11:00 AM on Wednesday 15th July 2026.

City Road Pharmacy is a well-established, standard-hours community pharmacy that dispenses an average of 8,784 prescription items per month. Alongside traditional dispensing, it provides a comprehensive range of NHS and private services, including Pharmacy First treatments, vaccinations, emergency contraception, and a free local delivery service.

Occupying a prominent corner position on City Road, a major arterial route directly into Bradford city centre, the pharmacy sits on a busy local shopping parade, benefiting heavily from surrounding independent businesses that help drive strong daily footfall.

The business had been owned and operated by Rekha Taheem for over 20 years and was brought to market to allow her to transition into retirement. To ensure a seamless handover, Rekha will remain working within the business on a part-time basis for approximately one year to support the incoming management team.

Following a confidential sales process managed by Jon Booth at Christie & Co, the pharmacy was purchased by Siddique Pharmacy Limited for an undisclosed price. The buyer is a prominent, family-owned business that already operates two existing branches in Bradford—both located within less than two miles of City Road, alongside two additional branches in Halifax. This latest acquisition directly supports the group’s strategic expansion plans, with owner Mo Siddique and his three pharmacist children actively looking to grow their regional portfolio.

Rekha Taheem, the former owner, commented: “After over 20 years as a pharmacy contractor serving the local community in Bradford, it was a difficult decision to retire. It is great to see the business moving into the hands of a local family who are experienced operators, and I wish them the greatest of success in taking over the business I have loved for so many years!”

Mo Siddique, the new owner of Siddique Pharmacy Limited, added: “We are delighted to acquire City Road Pharmacy from former owner, Rekha. We are committed to maintaining the same high standard of service Rekha has provided to all customers. We will ensure continuity throughout our ownership while maintaining the trust and relationships Rekha has built over the years.”

Jon Booth, Director of Pharmacy at Christie & Co, noted that while Bradford has historically been a challenging market for pharmacy sales, localised expertise helped secure a fantastic result. He welcomed the transition of the community asset into the hands of an established family group where a second generation of pharmacists is successfully driving company growth.

Boasting a dramatic, double-height main hall packed with original tiered pews, the stunning vacant building will be sold via a livestreamed auction by Auction House West Yorkshire on Wednesday 15th July 2026. The unique lot carries a guide price of £175,000 (plus fees).

But it isn’t just a church on offer. The price tag also includes two retail lock-up shops flanking the building’s grand arched entranceway. With one unit already occupied by a long-term tenant, the new owner will instantly pocket a guaranteed annual rental income of £7,500 from day one.

Stepping through the main vestibule reveals a breathtaking main hall that stretches the full height of the roof. The vast space is bisected by a grand balcony with banked seating, while the ground floor features a raised pulpit sitting directly beneath a towering, historic church organ.

The extensive ground floor layout also features two vestries, multiple meeting rooms, and a fully equipped kitchen, with additional storerooms and toilets situated toward the rear. Moving upstairs, the first floor boasts a further six offices or classrooms alongside extra storage and restroom facilities.

Externally, the building benefits from its own good-sized private car park to the rear – a major asset for any future commercial development. The property occupies a prime spot in the heart of Castleford town centre, surrounded by bustling local shops, bars, and restaurants, and sits just a brief four-minute walk from Castleford train station.

James Pank, Director and Auctioneer for Auction House West Yorkshire, commented: “This church has a dramatic interior well-suited to its previous use, but a keen-eyed developer or investor will be able to look past its former role and envisage a new future for it.

“In addition to the amazing hall are several well-proportioned meeting rooms and vestries, which could be transformed into unique office spaces. With the right ideas and permissions, this building could become a hub of business with a truly outstanding central space.”

The extraordinary property will be sold during Auction House West Yorkshire’s live-streamed online auction event on Wednesday 15th July, kicking off promptly at 12pm.

Prospective buyers and developers can inspect the full property details, arrange viewings, and download the official legal pack directly through the auctioneer’s website at auctionhouse.co.uk/westyorkshire.

Craven Homelet Services, trading as Craven Homes, was established in 1988. Following the buyout, previous operator Robert Senior will join Dacres to manage lettings and property management operations within the Settle area.

This transaction follows Dacres’ relaunch of its lettings division two years ago and its purchase of Lister Haigh last year. Through these moves, Dacres has doubled the number of rental homes it manages over the past 12 months. The company now employs an eight-strong team of lettings specialists across North and West Yorkshire.

Patrick McCutcheon, Head of Residential at Dacres, said: “This is another significant expansion for us in the residential lettings and property management arena and follows our successful acquisition of Lister Haigh last year. In addition, we’re enjoying strong organic growth, which has also seen us recruit two additional property managers last month.

“Craven Homelet has an excellent and well-respected track record, with almost four decades of knowledge, and manages an extensive and varied property portfolio throughout the local area, including Ribblesdale and the Three Peaks area of the Yorkshire Dales.

“Crucially, Robert is very well known in the rentals market, with a superb reputation among landlords and tenants. He is therefore a welcome addition to our team and will help us continue to provide a consistent, high-quality service to clients.”

The integration comes as landlords prepare for regulatory shifts under the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act, which is set to increase compliance requirements across the private rented sector.

Robert added: “This is an important time for the residential rentals market following the recent introduction of the Renters’ Rights Act, which has significantly increased legislative and compliance requirements. As a result, growing numbers of landlords require expert support at a time of exceptionally high tenant demand, making this the ideal time for Craven Homelet to join Dacres.

“Dacres has been operating for more than 200 years and has a vast marketing and digital reach across its 17 offices, as well as a large and well-established team. Combining our expertise creates one of the most professional and knowledgeable rentals teams in this part of North Yorkshire and further enhances the service we offer to landlord clients. We are now looking forward to embarking on the next chapter as part of Dacres’ team.”

Newett Homes is transforming the greenfield site into a 27-home development named Cedar Grove. The project will feature a collection of two, three, four, and five-bedroom homes spanning seven distinct property designs.

Built using traditional-style stone bricks to match the local character, the development will incorporate and fully refurbish the original dry-stone wall surrounding the site. Sustainability is a primary focus for the scheme, with all properties built to achieve an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of A or above, featuring solar panels and electric vehicle (EV) charging points as standard.

As part of the planning agreements, Newett Homes will invest approximately £240,000 into the local community. The funding is earmarked for local education, public transport improvements, public green spaces, and regional biodiversity enhancements.

Initial groundworks are already underway on the semi-rural site, which sits within commuting distance of both Huddersfield and Halifax. The entire construction process is projected to take roughly 12 months to complete, with the first wave of properties scheduled for market release this month.

“We’re pleased to see work starting on site at Cedar Grove and to be bringing forward a thoughtfully designed development that will deliver a boutique range of distinctive new homes for the area. Cedar Grove reflects our approach to delivering developments that are carefully designed around their surroundings. We’ve built a strong reputation in the area for creating high-quality homes, and this scheme has been thoughtfully planned to complement its semi-rural setting while offering buyers sustainable, energy-efficient living. Alongside delivering a mix of private and affordable homes, we’re also proud to be making a meaningful contribution towards local amenities to benefit the wider community for years to come.”

The rapid portfolio growth follows the relaunch of the firm’s lettings division two years ago, alongside its acquisition of North Yorkshire agency Lister Haigh last spring. The company reports that landlords are increasingly turning to professional property management for expert guidance on complex new compliance rules, such as those introduced under the recent Renters’ Rights Act.

To handle the influx of new homes, which range from modern apartments to premium rural family houses, Dacres has expanded its team to seven dedicated lettings experts. This includes the strategic appointments of two new lettings and property managers: Deborah Saia (covering Bingley and the Aire Valley) and Rachel Fisher (covering Harrogate and North Yorkshire).

Patrick McCutcheon, Head of Residential at Dacres, said:

“Our lettings and property management division has grown significantly since relaunching and doubling the number of homes we manage in just 12 months demonstrates the strength of demand for high quality professional services across Yorkshire. We’re seeing increasing numbers of landlords looking for expert support, particularly as legislation and compliance requirements continue to evolve following the recent introduction of The Renters’ Rights Act.”

Founded more than 200 years ago, Dacre, Son & Hartley operates 17 offices across North and West Yorkshire.

The development marks the final stage of a major regeneration project that has already seen the restoration of the Grade II listed Castle Buildings and the historic Earl de Grey pub. While Wykeland already held planning permission for a hotel on the site, these new plans have been tailored to meet the specific “playful and design-led” requirements of the Marriott-owned Moxy brand.

Market research commissioned by Wykeland revealed a significant shortage of accommodation in the city, with city centre hotels reaching full capacity roughly 100 nights per year. This would be the first new hotel built in Hull since 2017.

Jonathan Stubbs, Wykeland’s Development Director said: “The development of a Moxy hotel would complete this prominent development site, as well as being an impressive addition to the Hull skyline. Its location, on the doorstep of the Connexin Live arena and close to the marina and Fruit Market, make it the perfect location for both leisure and business visitors.”

Molly Turpie, Senior Manager, International Hotel Development, for Marriott International Hotel said: “Hull is a city with a strong cultural identity and growing visitor appeal, making it an ideal location for Moxy’s playful, design-led approach. We’re excited at the prospect of creating a hotel that reflects the spirit of the city while delivering the high standards and global reach of Marriott International.”

The hotel will be owned by Wykeland and operated by Legacy Hotel Management Services. If approved, the site will feature a ground-floor bar, food area, gym, and social spaces designed to act as a “social hub” for visitors.