Property for sale

Vizard Close, Woodmancote, Dursley, Gloucestershire GL11

A rare opportunity to acquire the historic St Mark’s Church, a charming and characterful former place of worship dating back to the mid-19th century, set within the distinct community of Woodmancote.

Consecrated on 16th April 1844 and opened for worship shortly thereafter in 1847, St Mark’s was established to serve those within the parish who could not afford pew rents at the main parish church. Its creation reflects a rich social history, having been built during a period of economic hardship following the decline of the local woollen trade.

The property extends to approximately 3,050 sq ft (283 sq m) of internal space. The ground floor, measuring approximately 2,790 sq ft (259 sq m), comprises a substantial open nave (approx. 69’3” x 37’9”) offering impressive volume and flexibility. Ancillary areas include vestry/storage rooms, WCs, and additional supporting accommodation.
A mezzanine level of approximately 260 sq ft (24 sq m) provides further usable space, accessed via an internal staircase.

Over the years, the building has been sensitively maintained, with significant improvements carried out during the 1980s, including roof repairs, window restoration, and internal redecoration.

Following a decline in attendance, the church held its final Thanksgiving Service on 16th March 2023, led by the Bishop of Gloucester, and is now formally closed.

Special Conditions/Services
Please refer to the os plan within these particulars.
The property edged in red is freehold tenure.
The burial ground (edged in blue) is retained by the parish and maintained by the Local Authority
The vendors reserve the right to remove all fixtures and fittings at the property or to leave them in situ.

Viewings

Open viewing days, by appointment only, on

Thursday 11th June 12pm - 1.30pm
Tuesday 30th June 11am – 12.30pm

Please email or call the team on to book your appointment.

Please note that we are unable to arrange individual viewings. If you require the services of architects, surveyors, or builders, please ensure they accompany you during the scheduled viewing before submitting your offer.

Freehold title with vacant possession.

Method of Sale

The property is offered for sale by informal tender, offers must be made in writing no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 8th July 2026.

These should be submitted on the offer form to ensure that all information required is received. Please email your offer to is the bidder's responsibility to ensure that their offer is received by the prescribed deadline, and the vendor is not bound to accept the highest or any offer. A decision will be made asap after the closing date, with all parties that have made an offer being notified accordingly.

Important Information

An information pack is available upon request via the Agent or can be downloaded from the website. This contains the following information:

1. Condition report dated 2023
2. Covenants to be included in the Disposal
3. Guidance for Purchasers and Lessees
4. Offer Form

legal and general note:

(1) All offers received will be referred to the Diocesan Mission and Pastoral Committee (dmpc). While the dmpc does not have a power of disposal, it will make a recommendation to the Church Commissioners who have power under the Mission and Pastoral Measure 2011 to prepare and issue a draft pastoral (church buildings disposal) scheme authorising the new use and disposal of the property.

(2) In the event of that scheme becoming effective the Commissioners will be empowered to sell the property for the authorised use when the remaining statutory requirements are completed. The scheme will also free the property from the legal effects of consecration.

(3) Until the scheme has been completed the Commissioners will not be in a position to proceed to contract.

Conditions: Prospective purchasers are invited to submit offers, subject to the following rules and stipulations:-

(1) The Church will accept offers for Christian worship or community use. Offers must confirm that the proposed use is as a Christian place of worship, and a sketch plan should be provided where this would involve changes to the internal arrangement of the primary worship space.

(2) The Vendors do not bind themselves to accept the highest or any offer.

(3) The offer must state clearly the price which the applicant is prepared to offer for the property, and must be unconditional save for the condition that planning permission and listed building consent be granted. Conditional acceptance of an offer will be subject to: (a) Completion by the Church Commissioners of a pastoral (church buildings disposal) scheme authorising the new use and disposal of the property. (b) Approval by the Church Commissioners of detailed plans and specifications of any proposed architectural or structural alterations following consultation with their expert advisers. (c) Compliance with the statutory requirements where human remains are present and the disposal of any tombstones, monument and memorials.

Covenants: Covenants will be included when disposing of the property. These are designed primarily to: Ensure the property is used for authorised purposes only. Prevent unauthorised alterations or demolition. Protect against disturbance of any human remains, tombstones, monuments or memorials A set of standard covenants is enclosed/available from the Agent. These may in some cases be adapted to take into account particular circumstances.

The nearby town of Dursley offers a good range of amenities for day-to-day requirements such as distinctive shops, library, banks, doctors, the Pulse leisure centre with a gym, indoor pool, various classes and schools including a Senior School. There is also a selection of independent schools in the locality including Westonbirt and Wycliffe.

The town sits on the famous Cotswold Way Footpath, a series of walking trails that enjoy the most stunning aspects of the local countryside and offers a warren of small villages and beauty spots to explore.

The area is steeped in history with local attractions such as Owlpen Manor, Berkeley Castle, Newark Park and Woodchester Mansion all just a few miles away.

Although set in a peaceful, rural location, the property is just a short drive from the M5 and A38, meaning that Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham are all easily commutable, and trains run direct from Cam and Dursley station to Bristol and Gloucester.