Crosshill Church and Hall in Windmillhill Street, Motherwell, is being sold by the Church of Scotland, with offers over £185,000 invited. The closing date for bids is set for Wednesday, July 29, at noon.
Property Details and Potential Uses
The property, described as a “striking landmark church and hall occupying a prominent corner position,” comprises the church, annex, and main hall. According to the sale brochure, the building is not listed and could be used without change of use consent as a creche, day nursery, day centre, educational establishment, museum, art gallery, or public library. It also has potential for other uses such as a theatre, cinema, entertainment venue, retail space, or community resource, subject to obtaining appropriate consents. Residential development might also be possible with the usual consents.
The sanctuary area includes gallery seating and access to two small basement rooms. Ancillary accommodation includes meeting rooms, offices, a kitchen, storage areas, and toilet facilities, with interconnected access to the main church and hall. The main hall features a large, flexible space with an attractive feature ceiling.
Location and Connectivity
Motherwell is a well-connected town offering a broad range of everyday amenities, including schools, medical facilities, and local shops. The area enjoys strong public transport links, with several bus routes nearby and convenient access to rail services from Motherwell Station, providing connections across the central belt and beyond.
Church of Scotland Sales
The Church of Scotland is closing hundreds of its churches due to declining membership and financial pressure, a process accelerated by the pandemic. More information on the property is available on the Church of Scotland website.
