Guide price
£500,000
Detached house for saleCharlbury, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire OX7
Just added
Freehold
About this property
An exciting opportunity in a highly desirable location
Potential for alternative uses (subject to planning)
Approximate gross internal area of 3,506 sq ft
Gravelled courtyard garden to the rear
Desirable town centre location
An exciting opportunity to acquire a historically significant building (3506 sqft) in the heart of the desirable market town of Charlbury.
History
The Methodist Chapel and adjoining Wesleyan Sunday School Building are Grade II Listed, the date stone on the Chapel being 1823 and 1844 on the School.
The interior underwent minor modifications in 1973 but it retains most of its original fittings.
The main internal space comprises a large worship hall, with a raised mezzanine level, which gives access to the adjacent school first floor.
The adjacent school building comprises a kitchen area, school room and cloakroom, with stairs and an internal lift to the upper floor of the building.
The property is offered with no existing planning permissions.
Planning
Fisher German’s Planning team have undertaken an appraisal of Charlbury Methodist Church to assess the potential for repurposing this distinctive Grade II listed building in the heart of Charlbury. Its central position-within easy reach of shops, services, bus routes and the mainline station with direct links to Oxford and London - supports a variety of sustainable future uses and helps to offset the lack of onsite parking.
A heritage led approach will be essential, but several viable options exist, including community, commercial or mixed livework uses, as well as the possibility of a sensitively designed residential conversion. With its architectural character, strong connectivity and the district’s identified housing needs, the building offers strong potential for a longterm, viable new use. All options would be subject to planning permission, and interested parties should undertake their own due diligence. If you would like to read the full Fisher German planning report, please contact the agent.
Situated within the Charlbury Conservation Area, and within the Cotswolds Area of Natural Beauty. There is an area of hardstanding/gravelled area at the front. At the rear there is a small outbuilding along with a gravelled courtyard area. The property is situated along a one way street
Situation
Charlbury is a sought after and vibrant market town located in the Evenlode Valley in the northern Cotswolds. The town has retained its historic character and has become increasingly popular in recent years with those seeking the benefits of a country lifestyle yet requiring easy access to London, Oxford, and other major centres.
Charlbury is within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb) surrounded by the ancient remnants of Wychwood Forest and situated along the Oxfordshire Way. The town offers an excellent range of amenities, including independent shops, cafés, a supermarket, a post office, and four pubs including The Bell and The Bull, which was recently named National Pub of the Year at the National Pub & Bar Awards 2025.
There is an active local community, an annual music and beer festival and lots of country walks.
Charlbury has a well-regarded primary school and a couple of nurseries. Meanwhile, secondary schools nearby include Burford School, Bloxham School, Cokethorpe School and Kingham Hill School.
Estelle Manor (6 miles), Soho Farmhouse (9 miles) and Daylesford Organic Farmshop (11 miles) are nearby.
Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures and fittings in situ are included in the sale.
Services
Mains water and drainage are connected. Electricity is via mains.
None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from on 24/03/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from on 24/03/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.
Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.
Local Authority
West Oxfordshire District Council
Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, aml due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.
Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.
Directions
Postcode – OX7 3RX
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History
The Methodist Chapel and adjoining Wesleyan Sunday School Building are Grade II Listed, the date stone on the Chapel being 1823 and 1844 on the School.
The interior underwent minor modifications in 1973 but it retains most of its original fittings.
The main internal space comprises a large worship hall, with a raised mezzanine level, which gives access to the adjacent school first floor.
The adjacent school building comprises a kitchen area, school room and cloakroom, with stairs and an internal lift to the upper floor of the building.
The property is offered with no existing planning permissions.
Planning
Fisher German’s Planning team have undertaken an appraisal of Charlbury Methodist Church to assess the potential for repurposing this distinctive Grade II listed building in the heart of Charlbury. Its central position-within easy reach of shops, services, bus routes and the mainline station with direct links to Oxford and London - supports a variety of sustainable future uses and helps to offset the lack of onsite parking.
A heritage led approach will be essential, but several viable options exist, including community, commercial or mixed livework uses, as well as the possibility of a sensitively designed residential conversion. With its architectural character, strong connectivity and the district’s identified housing needs, the building offers strong potential for a longterm, viable new use. All options would be subject to planning permission, and interested parties should undertake their own due diligence. If you would like to read the full Fisher German planning report, please contact the agent.
Situated within the Charlbury Conservation Area, and within the Cotswolds Area of Natural Beauty. There is an area of hardstanding/gravelled area at the front. At the rear there is a small outbuilding along with a gravelled courtyard area. The property is situated along a one way street
Situation
Charlbury is a sought after and vibrant market town located in the Evenlode Valley in the northern Cotswolds. The town has retained its historic character and has become increasingly popular in recent years with those seeking the benefits of a country lifestyle yet requiring easy access to London, Oxford, and other major centres.
Charlbury is within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb) surrounded by the ancient remnants of Wychwood Forest and situated along the Oxfordshire Way. The town offers an excellent range of amenities, including independent shops, cafés, a supermarket, a post office, and four pubs including The Bell and The Bull, which was recently named National Pub of the Year at the National Pub & Bar Awards 2025.
There is an active local community, an annual music and beer festival and lots of country walks.
Charlbury has a well-regarded primary school and a couple of nurseries. Meanwhile, secondary schools nearby include Burford School, Bloxham School, Cokethorpe School and Kingham Hill School.
Estelle Manor (6 miles), Soho Farmhouse (9 miles) and Daylesford Organic Farmshop (11 miles) are nearby.
Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures and fittings in situ are included in the sale.
Services
Mains water and drainage are connected. Electricity is via mains.
None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from on 24/03/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from on 24/03/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.
Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by Private Treaty method. However the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.
Local Authority
West Oxfordshire District Council
Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, aml due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.
Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.
Directions
Postcode – OX7 3RX
what3words – ///reinvest.magically.doses
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