Freehold Former Bank Opportunity with Immediate Asset Management Opportunities
Vacant former bank building
Substantial Grade II Listed building
Prominent position in town centre
Approx. 955.12 sq. m. (10,278 sq. ft.) arranged over ground, first and second floors
Extensive rear car park accommodating approx. 16 cars, accessed via Trinity Street
Upper floors offer potential for residential conversion, benefiting from a separate entrance (subject to planning and Listed Building consent)
Nearby occupiers include Marks & Spencer, Waitrose, Boots, Estée Lauder, Waterstones, Costa and Greggs
Not elected for VAT
Lot 11
Auction 16th July 2026
Vacant Possession
Status Available
Guide* £750,000
Sector Retail, Bank, Development
Auction Venue Live Streamed Auction
On Behalf of NatWest Bank
Property Information
Location
Miles
30 miles west of Bournemouth, 55 miles east of Exeter
Roads
A35, A37, A354
Rail
Dorchester South Railway Station, Dorchester West Railway Station
Air
Bournemouth Airport
Situation
Dorchester is the county town of Dorset and a busy and popular tourist and retailing destination. The property is prominently situated on the east side of the pedestrianised South Street in a prime retailing position. Neighbouring occupiers include Marks & Spencer with Waitrose, Boots, Estée Lauder, Waterstones, Costa and Greggs all nearby. The property also benefits from being within walking distance to Brewery Square Shopping Centre which includes occupiers such as Odeon, Loungers, Brewhouse & Kitchen and Premier Inn.
Tenure
Freehold.
Location
Miles
30 miles west of Bournemouth, 55 miles east of Exeter
Roads
A35, A37, A354
Rail
Dorchester South Railway Station, Dorchester West Railway Station
Air
Bournemouth Airport
Situation
Dorchester is the county town of Dorset and a busy and popular tourist and retailing destination. The property is prominently situated on the east side of the pedestrianised South Street in a prime retailing position. Neighbouring occupiers include Marks & Spencer with Waitrose, Boots, Estée Lauder, Waterstones, Costa and Greggs all nearby. The property also benefits from being within walking distance to Brewery Square Shopping Centre which includes occupiers such as Odeon, Loungers, Brewhouse & Kitchen and Premier Inn.
Tenure
Freehold.
Description
The property is a Grade II Listed former bank building arranged over ground, first, mezzanine, second and third floors with two entrances on South Street and rear entrances onto the car park. The property has the benefit of a rear car park which can accommodate approximately 16 cars.
VAT
Not Elected for VAT
Note
This sale is conditional and is subject to confirmation by the Seller. Please see further details within the Special Conditions of Sale.
EPC
Band D.
Description
The property is a Grade II Listed former bank building arranged over ground, first, mezzanine, second and third floors with two entrances on South Street and rear entrances onto the car park. The property has the benefit of a rear car park which can accommodate approximately 16 cars.
VAT
Not Elected for VAT
Note
This sale is conditional and is subject to confirmation by the Seller. Please see further details within the Special Conditions of Sale.
EPC
Band D.
Tenancy & Accommodation
Floor
Use
Floor Areas Approx sq m
Floor Areas Approx sq. ft.
Possession
Ground First Mezzanine Second Third
Former Bank Ancillary Ancillary Ancillary Ancillary
429.60 168.40 102.73 183.04 71.35
(4,624) (1,812) (1,105) (1,970) (768)
VACANT
Total
955.12
(10,278)
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