Bishop Thornton, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3

An exciting opportunity to acquire a generous site of circa 6.127 acres, which currently contains numerous buildings extending to circa 20,000 sq ft and a 5 acre paddock.

The site offers significant scope for redevelopment, subject to obtaining the necessary planning approvals, but benefits from the possibilities of utilising permitted and class Q development opportunities.

Formerly the site of Gilmore Foods, this part residential, part commercial site, offers the potential for continued commercial use or alternatively for complete redevelopment for residential use. A scheme has been developed by the existing owners for c 5 new build dwellings extending to over 11,500 sq ft, with the addition of a large single dwelling extending to over 5000 ft as a redevelopment of the existing residence on the site (details available upon request). Alternatively, the whole demise could be viewed as a unique opportunity for the development of one impressive dwelling with substantial outbuildings and amenity blocks, suitable for recreational, leisure or work purposes.

The existing buildings currently comprise: A detached stone built house with walled garden, extending to 3000 sq ft (204.34 sqm). A barn extending to c 2000 sq ft - suitable for class Q conversion or as ancillary accommodation to the house.

A single storey industrial/office building with outbuildings and a 3 bed flat above , extending to c 5000 sq ft (465.5 sqm). A detached Industrial building with ground and dock level access, formerly used as a food storage unit extending to 10,877 sq ft ( 1010.56 sq m).
Total floor area - 20,877 sq ft ( 1939.5 sq m )


The site occupies a superb setting with far reaching views to the south over Bishop Thornton, Ripley and towards Harrogate with Brimham Rocks in close proximity. The neighbouring village of Grantley is home to Grantley Hall which provides one of the region's premier leisure facilities, including hotel rooms and gourmet restaurants. Being situated between Ripon 8 miles and Harrogate 9 miles away, both centres are easily accessible as are the delightful walks of Nidderdale and the North Yorkshire Moors.



Leaving Harrogate via the A61 Ripon Road proceed through Killinghall to the second Ripley roundabout. Take the second exit signposted to Pateley Bridge and after approximately one mile turn right signposted to Bishop Thornton. Follow the road for approximately 4 miles and turn left on to Careless House Lane. Continue for approximately 3/4 mile and turn left at the Gilmore Foods sign and follow the lane to the bottom.

Mains water and electricity are connected the property.