Lot 37 Just Under Five Acres Of Former Railway Land With PotentialAuction Date:
24th September 2026
Land Between London Road and Grosvenor Road, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 1DW
On the Instruction of Railway Paths Ltd
This significant portion of St Margaret’s Loop is just over half a mile long and extends to just under five acres. This former railway line once provided a London-facing connection between the two railway lines crossing at East Grinstead. It was constructed in 1882 and remained in use until its closure in 1967.
Situated to the north of East Grinstead Mainline Station, accessed off Grosvenor Road and the Worth Way cycle route leading to the boundary of the site, adjacent to the car park. There is an established desire path through the site and among informal users, this route has been used by maintenance staff to inspect and maintain the structures of the land. The land may be suitable for a variety of uses, subject to obtaining all necessary consents.
Directions
The land can be located via the What3Words app using reference scores.singer.design
Viewing
Interested applicants may view the site during reasonable daylight hours. Please take care when accessing the land, as there are fallen trees and obstacles along the route.
Local Planning Authority
Mid Sussex District Council. Website: midsussex.gov.uk. Tel: 01444 458166.
Site Measurements
The land extends to approximately 1.9 hectares (4.8 acres).
Freehold with Vacant Possession
There is an addendum available to be read
in conjunction with the legal documentation.
Important
All lots are sold subject to the Common Auction Conditions and Special Conditions of Sale (unless varied by the Sellers Solicitors), together with the Addendum, which will be available on Auction Day.
* Price Information
Guides are provided as an indication of each Seller’s minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures at which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to Auction. Unless stated otherwise, each Lot will be offered subject to a reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the Lot during the Auction).
We expect the reserve will be set within the guide range or no more than 10% above a single figure guide. Please check our website regularly at cliveemson.co.uk, or contact us on 01622 608400, in order to stay fully informed with the up-to-date information.
Additional Fees
An Administration fee and Other non-optional fees may also be payable in addition to the bid price. All lots are offered subject to the Common Auction Conditions and Special Conditions of Sale or Revised Special Conditions of Sale (as applicable) and may include the repayment of search and other fees and or costs payable by the buyer.
All buyers are advised to inspect all available legal documentation prior to bidding and will be deemed to fully understand what they may be liable for if they are successful in purchasing. This should also include Stamp Duty, Land Registry fees and VAT which may become payable on completion in line with any property transaction, whether it is by auction or private treaty. If, as a buyer, you are in doubt you should seek advice from your own professional advisors. For more information on fees please go to Buyers Fees
