A unique investment/development opportunity on a substantial six-acre site. Features a 7000sq ft clubhouse, grass football pitch, car park, scrubland, changing rooms and former clubhouse.

The site features a range of facilities, most notably the two-storey clubhouse, which spans approximately 7,000 sq. ft. Opened in 1995 by Sir Alex Ferguson, the clubhouse includes a large function room with bar to the first floor and a full-length balcony overlooking the pitch. Also features a kitchen, toilets and self-contained caretakers apartment. The ground floor benefits a generous bar area, kitchen, meeting rooms, toilets and garage. A well-tended grass football pitch measuring 120yds x 70yds making it one of the largest in the country. In addition, there’s a car park and further buildings to include a 2,000 sq ft former gym, home and away changing rooms with showers, and stands with commentator box. A large fenced off area with brambles and scrub was formerly used as a training pitch, providing significant potential for further utilization or development and benefits separate access on Lydney Road opposite Trafford High School.

Flixton football club is in a well-established residential area, the property is accessible from Valley Road off Woodsend Road and benefits from a secondary access point on Lydney Road. Backing onto the River Irwell, this location combines a peaceful setting with excellent connectivity, close proximity to the Trafford Centre, Manchester’s Outer Ring Road M60, and the M62. The surrounding area is rich in schools and local amenities, further enhancing its appeal for potential redevelopment (subject to planning) or continued use as a community hub.

Club house: 7,000 sq. ft.
Old club house: 2,000 sq. ft.
Changing rooms: 500 sq. ft.
Leasehold Information: Football Club Leasehold: 99 years from 1980 (expires in 2079).

Field Leasehold: 99 years from 1994 (expires 2093).

Freeholder: Trafford Council. - For enquiries Phone: 0161 238 5911 Email: traffordestates@amey.co.uk
Draft Sales Details These sales details are awaiting vendor approval.

Tenure: Leasehold

EPC Rating: C

Terms:
Auction Details:

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Timed Auction and is being sold under an Unconditional sale type.

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