If you’re looking for a commercial property in South Tyneside that has the potential to be converted into a variety of different uses, then this could be the one for you.
The former Westoe Methodist Church has sat empty since it closed for good in 2022 and is now on the market for £220,000.
The property features a number of its original features from when the building was used as a place of worship, including a number of stained-glass windows.
The property is listed by Andrew Craig. The listing description reads: “This is a substantial building built in Gothic style around the turn of the 20th century and presents as a redundant former Methodist Church.
“There is an additional benefit of a two storey terraced house which has been connected internally to the church although originally it most likely would have offered accommodation of entrance lobby, entrance hall, two reception rooms, kitchen and utility room to the ground floor and three bedrooms w.c. to the first floor.
“There is access to some limited outdoor space from the house and it is thought to share some linked utilities with the church.
“Overall the property could be converted back to a single dwelling (subject to relevant planning approvals).”
Property Summary:
Price: £220,000.
Location: Birchington Avenue, South Shields, NE33.
Agent: Andrew Craig.
9. Separate toilet
The property has a separate toilet in the living areas. | Andrew Craig Photo: Andrew Craig
10. Spacious kitchen
The kitchen has two sinks and a generous amount of worktop space. | Andrew Craig Photo: Andrew Craig
11. Outdoor space
The three-bedroom house shares outdoor space with the church. | Andrew Craig Photo: Andrew Craig
12. Stairs to the balcony
A stairway in the church building that leads to the upper balcony. | Andrew Craig Photo: Andrew Craig