Narberth's former library for sale with £120,000 guide price
Concern was recently raised after the building was broken into and vandalised, with police saying they would be stepping up patrols to protect it from further damage.
Originally a Wesleyan church, the single-storey building, declared surplus to requirements by Pembrokeshire County Council, is now on the market with a guide price of £120,000.
The sale of the former library offers an 'exciting opportunity', say the agents. (Image: John Francis) It is due to be sold by agents John Francis under the Modern Method of Auction, enabling interested buyers to bid online.
The library was temporarily closed by the council for essential building work in November 20222, re-opening almost a year later.
Its final chapter came in October 2024 when Narberth's new purpose-built library opened in the redeveloped Old School site at the entrance to the Townsmoor car park.
It is operated by the Friends of Narberth Library, in conjunction with Pembrokeshire County Council and Narberth Town Council.
The former library is 'a versatile space full of character'. (Image: John Francis) The agents state that the sale of the former library building is 'an exciting opportunity'.
They add: "This unique premises offers a versatile space full of character and potential, suitable for a variety of uses (subject to the necessary planning consents).
"The premises feature a spacious open-plan studio area, complemented by office space and kitchen facilities, making it ideal for creative, commercial, or community purposes."
The building features a porch, reception room/open plan area, inner hallway, kitchen area, office and outbuilding.
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