An eerie abandoned police station dating back to the 19th century has gone on the market for £575,000, with the potential of being converted into a family home.
From the outside, the exterior of the Bristol-based station looks relatively unassuming, with bars on the front door the first sign of its former use.
Inside, there can be no doubt – with the old cells still intact.
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A stone corridor shows several doors leading into the sparse cells, which are devoid of furniture.
The rest of the station includes toilets, office space, and a small garden.
While it may be hard to imagine, the Clifton-based property is on the market with scope to be turned into a rather unique home.
Boasting 4,908sq ft of space, the station was opened in 1836 and operated as a police station for many years before Avon Wildlife Trust took it over in 1986 as their headquarters.
It has been vacant since June 2022, and now “requires modernisation” across its two floors, plus basement.
The property is set for online auction on 10 December with Hollis Morgan, with a guide price of £575,000.
Olly Hollis of Hollis Morgan told Luxury Property News: “This fascinating property is hidden away on the edge of Brandon Hill Park and in the shadow of the famous Cabot Tower – I have driven past it thousands of times without noticing it.
“With nearly 5000 sq ft of accommodation, it will be fascinating to see what it eventually transforms into with scope for a unique family home, commercial use or residential development – subject to gaining the necessary consents.
“We will watch on with interest!”
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