Land for auction in Bolton

Property Description

Description

A roughly-rectangular parcel of freehold land sold with vacant possession. The plot comprise scrubland and extends to approx. 341 sq m (408 sq yds). The plot is located on Chorley Road, sat opposite a terrace of dwellings and surrounded by wider fields. Chorley Road runs parallel to the M61 and provides access to junction 5 and also leads towards Westhoughton town centre, approx. 1 mile to the south-east. The plot may be suitable for development, subject to any necessary consent and its Greenbelt status.

Site Area

Approximately 341 Sq M (408 Sq Yds).

Tenure

Freehold

Planning

For any pre-application advice, interested parties should consult directly with the Local Planning Authority: Bolton Council, Development Management, Town Hall, Bolton, BL1 1RU. Telephone: 01204 336 000. Email: planning.control@bolton.gov.uk

Occupancy

Vacant posession upon completion

Costs

Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Multi lot timed auction and is being sold under the Unconditional sale type.

Binding contracts will be exchanged at the point of sale.

All sales are subject to our Common Auction Conditions and Bidder Terms. Properties located in Scotland and Northern Ireland will be subject to applicable local laws.

Auction Deposit and Fees

The following deposits and non- refundable auctioneers fees apply:

• 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyer’s Fee of 1.8% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £2,400 inc. VAT)

There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.

Additional Information

For full details about our auction processes, please refer to the Bidder Terms which can be viewed on our home page.

This explains the types of auction and sale methods we offer, the bidding registration process, your payment obligations, and how to view the Legal Pack (and any applicable home report for residential Scottish properties).

Guide Price & Reserve Price

Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or - 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms.

General

The property is sold subject to a clawback provision as detailed in the legal pack.
Available Lot 054

£1+

Guide price — final price set at auction

Land South of Chorley Road
Westhoughton, Bolton
Lancashire BL5 3NS, Greater Manchester BL5 3NS
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Wednesday 29 Apr 2026
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