Summary
Babington Hospital site is a significant landmark in the town of Belper extending to circa 4.2 acres (1.7 ha) gross.
The site comprises several predominantly stone built buildings, the first of which is the original workhouse which was constructed in 1838. The infirmary was added in 1889 and the Meadows Suite, to the south, was opened in 1938. Various annexes and extensions have also been constructed over time.
Part of the wider site is being retained and redeveloped for a new health centre. Vacant possession of the hospital is subject to completion of this building which is anticipated spring 2026. Potential for reuse or redevelopment, subject to planning permission.
Key Points
Freehold propertyOpportunity to acquire a hospital with potential for alternative uses (STPP)Total GIA c. 103,696 sq ft (9,670 sqm)Total area c. 4.2 acres (1.7 ha)Unconditional and conditional bids invited by the informal tender deadline
Viewings
It is intended that a number of viewing days will be arranged. Parties should contact Avison Young to arrange an inspection. No attempt should be made to gain access to the property without prior arrangement.
EPC
Babington Hospital - D(87)
Meadows Suite - D(94)
Services
We understand that all mains services are available to the property however, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves in respect of the availability, capacity and sustainability of all services and utilities.
Planning
The Local Planning Authority is Amber Valley. The current planning use is C2 Hospital but pre-application discussions were positive towards the conversion to form over 70 residential units.
We understand that Babington Hospital is located within the Belper and Milford Conservation Area and within the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.
A number of the buildings located on the site are Grade II Listed. Historic England shows the following listings:
- North Lodge at Babington Hospital
- Eastern boundary railed walls and piers at Babington Hospital
- Main Entrance lodge to eastern courtyard at Babington Hospital
- North range of eastern courtyard at Babington Hospital
- South range of eastern courtyard at Babington Hospital
- Western range of eastern courtyard at Babington Hospital
Please note that a number of buildings, which are not specifically mentioned in the listing could be covered by the curtilage of the listing.
Flooding
We have been informed that the western area of the site is within Environment Agency Flood Zone 3 (High Probability) and the eastern area of the site is within Environment Agency Flood Zone 2. We recommend that you undertake your own investigations to understand how this would affect any potential uses or redevelopment of the site.
Location
The property is located in Belper, a town in the Amber Valley District of Derbyshire.
Belper is approximately 7 miles (11.3 km) north of Derby, 14 miles (22.5 km) north-west of Nottingham and 14.5 miles (23.3 km) south of Chesterfield. Belper's railway station is 0.3 miles (0.5 km) to the north of Babington Hospital and has services to London St Pancras, Nottingham, Sheffield, Derby and Matlock, amongst others.
There are two bus stops adjacent to Babington Hospital which provide services to Derby, Matlock, Bakewell and Buxton.
Derby Road connects the property to Matlock and Derby. Junction 26 of the M1 which is 10 miles (16 km) to the east.