Vacant Former Club Premises Over Three Floors With Two Bedroom Managers Flat

The North Shore Sports & Social Club, situated on Cross Street, Blackpool, represents a commercial opportunity with immense potential for leisure operators, event companies, or property developers. Historically known as the North Shore Working Men’s Club and the Lexham Suite, this substantial building has long served as a vibrant cornerstone of the local community. With a licensed capacity for up to 300 guests, the property stands out as one of the largest independent function venues in the immediate area. The versatile interior layout features multi-room accessibility, traditionally configured to support a main function hall, dedicated bar areas, and seating lounges. This flexible footprint makes it ideally suited for immediate adaptation into a modern entertainment venue, private hire facility, or specialized sports bar. Adding value to the premises is an integrated, self-contained two-bedroom manager's flat. Nestled quietly within the popular North Shore district, the property enjoys a location that balances neighbourhood accessibility with close proximity to Blackpool’s famous promenade, central transport networks, and town centre amenities. Currently closed for active trading, the premises offer a blank canvas with diverse avenues for value creation. For commercial operators, it presents a structure ready to tap into Blackpool's year-round event and hospitality market. Alternatively, given the substantial footprint and surrounding residential context, the site holds significant development appeal for complete conversion into residential flats or alternative leisure facilities, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions. Tenure: Freehold Title number: LAN55601 Council Tax Band : A Local Authority: Blackpool

Tenure

Freehold

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Local Authority

Blackpool Borough Council

Additional Fees

Buyer's Premium - £900 inc VAT payable on exchange of contracts.

Administration Charge - 2.75% inc VAT of the purchase price, subject to a minimum of £2750 inc VAT, payable on exchange of contracts.

Disbursements - Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.