A place of worship in a County Durham town has been put up for sale for £180,000.

The Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, located at Oswald Terrace in South Moor, Stanley, is being marketed by Magnum Properties.

The building, currently used as a place of worship, offers an opportunity for a range of future uses.

Situated on South Moor Road, just 1.5 km from the A693, the property boasts excellent transport links both east and west, facilitating easy access to nearby towns and the wider region.

It is less than 25 minutes away from the A1(M) motorway, providing convenient access to Durham, Newcastle, and beyond.

This makes it an attractive option for redevelopment or community-focused initiatives.

The estate agents suggest that the site could be ideal for a community-based project, capitalising on the established local infrastructure.

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Alternatively, private investors or developers might see the potential for residential conversion, with the surrounding amenities supporting the transformation into housing, subject to planning consent.

The two-storey building offers a spacious interior with various room sizes, including a large open-plan first floor.

The stud walls dividing each of the rooms could be removed to reconfigure the space.

Along with a private car park, the building is suitable for a variety of purposes, including residential, commercial, or community use.

The property is in good condition, meaning initial financial outlay may vary depending on the intended use.

Its flexible layout is well-suited to a range of redevelopment possibilities, subject to the necessary planning approvals.