Auction House UK · 21 Oct 2026 · in 2 days
A rare and exciting opportunity to acquire the freehold development site in former
Rockys Bar and Restaurant, King George V Playing Field, Chequers Lane, Papworth Everard, Cambridgeshire CB23 3QQ · East of England
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- Guide
- £110,000
- Rent a year
- ≈£10,800est.
- Yield on the guide
- ≈9.9%est.
- Payback
- ≈10 yrs
- Net yield, after buying costs
- 🔒 With access
- Likely to sell for
- 🔒 With access
- Energy rating
- Not published
- Size
- 3,371 sq ft
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- First listed on Cornerlot 11 Oct 2026.
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Freehold leisure lot in Papworth Everard. Offered vacant, so there's no income from day one.
Lot 96, Commercial Development. A rare and exciting opportunity to acquire the freehold development site in former (Rockys) Café/Bar/Restaurant and venue in the heart of the highly sought after Cambridgeshire village of Papworth Everard: The existing building is approximately 313 sq m (3,371 sq ft) and comprises a large bar area, separate function room, former kitchen, utility areas, lobby, and male and female cloakrooms, which gives the purchaser a second option of renovation. The property sits on a generous plot with multiple car parking spaces. The surrounding recreation grounds include multiple football pitches, cricket facilities, tennis courts, bowling green, and a hard court sports area. Tenure: Freehold. Ground Floor: Hall, Cafe, kitchen and toilets. First Floor: Dining area and toilets. Outside: Car park and external terrace. Planning: Previously operating as a bar and restaurant, the property has been vacant since COVID and now presents an exceptional redevelopment opportunity. Detailed planning consent was granted in May 2025 (planning number 24/03899/FUL South Cambs District Council) for the demolition of the existing buildings and the construction of a new café/bar/restaurant in a prime position, with a footprint of approximately 520 sq m (5,597 sq ft), including first floor restaurant accommodation and a second floor attractive roof terrace overlooking the surrounding sports grounds. Location: The premises are located approximately 10 miles west of Cambridge, offering a range of amenities, services, and a strong community. The property also benefits from excellent transport links, being close to the A428, which provides convenient access to Cambridge, Bedford, the M11, and the A14. Current Rateable Value: 1 April 2023 to present £1,950. Services: Interested parties are requested to make their own enquiries to the relevant authorities as to the availability of services. Solicitors: Copleys Solicitors (Huntingdon), Ref: Samantha Jewell, Tel: 01480 309704
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