Old Free Church, Dalton, Lockerbie, Dumfries And Galloway, DG11 1DS

For Sale By Auction

Lot No 2

Store/Redevelopment

Single storey detached former church and private garden ground

Quaint village setting with easy access to national road network

GIA 158.83 sq. m. (1,710 sq. ft.)

Scope for alternative commercial use and residential conversion (STC)

Guide Price £20,000

Property Summary

**FOR SALE BY LIVE STREAMED ONLINE AUCTION 4TH DECEMBER 2025**

The subjects comprise a single-storey detached former church with private garden ground.

The internal accommodation extends to an open-plan store (former nave), rear store (former vestry) and the remnant of a former pulpit.

In total, the site area extends to around 0.055 Ha (0.14 Ac).

The property was most recently used as a store and we therefore assume it is registered for Class 6 (Storage or Distribution) use, all in terms of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1997.

The sellers have submitted a Pre-Application Enquiry and have been provided with an Advisory Report outlining potential support for residential conversion. A copy of the Advisory Report is included within the legal pack.

The property is located within a conservation area.

Guide Price £20,000

Full Details

**FOR SALE BY LIVE STREAMED ONLINE AUCTION 4TH DECEMBER 2025**

The subjects comprise a single-storey detached former church with private garden ground.

The internal accommodation extends to an open-plan store (former nave), rear store (former vestry) and the remnant of a former pulpit.

In total, the site area extends to around 0.055 Ha (0.14 Ac).

The property was most recently used as a store and we therefore assume it is registered for Class 6 (Storage or Distribution) use, all in terms of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1997.

The sellers have submitted a Pre-Application Enquiry and have been provided with an Advisory Report outlining potential support for residential conversion. A copy of the Advisory Report is included within the legal pack.

The property is located within a conservation area.

Guide Price £20,000

Location
The property occupies a semi-rural position at the edge of a quaint village, with easy access to the national road network.

The village of Dalton is situated within Dumfries & Galloway and is set on the B725, at its junction with the B7020.

Surrounding properties are generally is residential or agricultural use.

Nearby commercial properties include the Thai Orchid restaurant, Ninefold rum distillery, Carrutherstown Primary School, Caulders Garden Centre, and Hetland Hall Hotel.

The subjects front the B7020 and benefit from an outlook over open countryside.

For the avoidance of doubt, the adjacent cemetery does not form part of the sale.

Main amenities can be found within the nearby towns of Lockerbie (5 miles) and Annan (7 miles).

The regional capital of Dumfries, with a population of circa 33,000, lies around 11 miles to the west.

Dalton is within easy reach of both the A75 trunk road and A74(M) motorway, with drive times being approximately 5-minutes and 10-minutes respectively.

Public transport to the village is available by bus between the Dumfries and Annan terminals.

There are also train stations in Lockerbie, Annan & Dumfries.

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Auction Method:

This auction is for property located in Scotland; therefore, any sale will be governed by applicable Scottish law. The auction for this property will take place as an “Auction Event” behind closed doors with a live auctioneer and will be streamed online in real-time. The property will be sold alongside several other lots. Bids must be placed remotely- please see “Registration Process” below. The auction can be watched in real-time on the auction date at: Watch live The auction date applicable for the property is displayed on this page. It is not possible to provide a precise timeslot when this property will be auctioned on the day, because there are other lots being sold. You are required to undertake identity checks before you can be authorised to bid. You must also provide your payment details. If you do not provide this information, your registration will not be processed. When you place your bid, you are deemed to have agreed to the Shepherd Buyer Terms (Scotland).

Auction Type - Unconditional Sale

If you are the highest bidder, you must exchange legally binding contracts for the sale when the auction for the property comes to an end. You must then pay the applicable fees and deposit. You must complete the sale within 20 business days unless the Special Conditions of Sale contained within the legal pack state otherwise.

Auction Fees

The following non-refundable fees apply: Buyer’s Fee- payable on exchange of contracts. This is listed within the property details. The Buyer’s Fee does not contribute to the purchase price. 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 Special Conditions carefully before bidding. Any additional fees are included at the seller’s discretion and will be in addition to any standard fees payable to us. We have limited control over the content of the Special Conditions of Sale.

Deposit

On exchange of contracts, you must pay a non-refundable deposit equal to 10% of the actual purchase price of the property, subject to a minimum of £5,000. The deposit contributes towards the purchase price.

Payment Method:

Applicable fees must be paid immediately after a winning bid has been placed. We do not accept payment by cash or cheque. Prior to the auction, we will email you to register your card details with our third-party provider, Stripe. Your card details will be stored on their secure online payment platform. Payment will only be taken from you in the event of a winning bid. In this case, you will be contacted by one of our representatives to make payment. If we cannot make contact with you within 24 hours after the auction ends, we reserve the right to charge your card.

Legal Pack

Before bidding, you must view the legal pack for the property. This is the collection of legal documents that apply to the sale. The documents will include but are not limited to: Special Conditions of Sale, title documents from the Land Registry and Energy Performance Certificate. The Legal Pack can be viewed on this page, where there is a sub-heading “Legal Pack”. Follow this link, and you will then be directed to create an account with Auction Passport to view the documents. The legal pack can change at any time up until the auction starts so you must check for the most recent version of the legal pack. An addendum may be issued outlining any late changes. At the point of placing your bid, you are deemed to have read the legal pack in its entirety, including any changes. Failure to check for changes to the legal pack will not be a valid reason for withdrawing from the sale. It is strongly recommended that you instruct a qualified professional to review the legal pack and raise any necessary enquiries before bidding.

Articles of Roup

The Articles of Roup are the general terms of sale for properties sold at auction in Scotland that will govern this transaction. They are available to view here. The Auction Conditions listed on our website do not apply to properties sold under any of our Scottish sale methods.

Special Conditions of Sale

The property is sold subject to any Special Conditions of Sale. These are contractual conditions that are included by the seller of the property - they are not part of the standard Shepherd Buyers Terms (Scotland). The Special Conditions of Sale are legally binding. You are taken to have read and accepted these at the point of bidding, even if you have not done so. The Special Conditions of Sale are available to read in the legal pack.

Registration Process:

To register to bid on the property, you must submit your remotebid here. There is also a link to register against the property details, where you will also find the lot number for the property. Prospective bidders must register no later than 12pm the day before the auction date. If you register after the cut-off, it cannot be guaranteed that your registration will be processed.

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.

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£20,000

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1,710 Sq Ft

Lot No 2

Store/Redevelopment

Single storey detached former church and private garden ground

Quaint village setting with easy access to national road network

GIA 158.83 sq. m. (1,710 sq. ft.)

Scope for alternative commercial use and residential conversion (STC)

Guide Price £20,000

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Agent Name: Fraser Carson

Agent Email: f.carson@shepherd.co.uk


Office: 18 Castle Street, Dumfries, DG1 1DR

Phone: 01387 264333





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