St John's Church, Coleford
Grade II Listed Church with Planning Permission for 12 Apartments12,516 sq ft proposed residential | 0.58 acre site | Forest of Dean
Grade II Listed
Historic Victorian church
Planning Approved
Conversion into 12 apartments
Development Size
12,516 sq ft residential scheme
Site Area
Approx. 0.58 acres
Guide Price
Offers Over £300,000
A Landmark Residential Conversion Opportunity
St John the Baptist Church represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial Grade II listed Victorian church with planning permission for residential conversion.
Located in the Forest of Dean market town of Coleford, the building occupies an elevated position overlooking the town centre and forms one of the area’s most recognisable historic landmarks.
Constructed in the late nineteenth century, the church features dramatic Gothic architecture, stone elevations and tall arched windows which create exceptional internal volumes ideally suited to residential conversion.
Planning permission has been granted for the conversion of the building into 12 apartments, carefully designed to preserve the historic character of the structure while delivering contemporary residential accommodation.
Approved Residential Scheme
The approved planning permission allows the conversion of St John’s Church into twelve residential apartments arranged across multiple levels.
The scheme includes a diverse mix of apartments and duplex homes designed to maximise the building’s architectural character and vertical space.
Generous ceiling heights, tall arched windows and original stone structure create the potential for distinctive residential units rarely achievable in new-build developments.
Development Summary
12 Approved Residential Units
The approved scheme provides for the conversion of St John’s Church into a varied residential mix of apartments and duplex homes within a substantial Grade II listed building.
Residential Mix
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1 and 2 bed apartments
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1, 2, 3 and 4 bed duplex units
Scheme Metrics
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12,516 sq ft proposed internal area
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0.58 acre site
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15 on-site parking spaces
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new vehicular access
Planning approval and listed building consent secured.
Ground Floor Layout
The ground floor accommodates a number of apartments arranged around the central nave, with efficient access and strong spatial flow. The layout maximises the existing structure while creating practical residential units with good proportions and natural light.
Second Floor Layout
The upper level provides additional residential accommodation reaching up to the roof strucutre, including duplex configurations and void spaces that add architectural interest and premium value to the finished units.
Schedule of Accommodation
Apartment | Type | Size |
1 | 2 bedroom | 936 sq ft |
2 | 1 bedroom | 721 sq ft |
3 | 1 bedroom | 721 sq ft |
4 | 4 bedroom duplex | 2,713 sq ft |
5 | 3 bedroom duplex | 1,485 sq ft |
6 | 3 bedroom duplex | 1,485 sq ft |
7 | 2 bedroom duplex | 947 sq ft |
8 | 2 bedroom duplex | 926 sq ft |
9 | 1 bedroom duplex | 581 sq ft |
10 | 1 bedroom duplex | 581 sq ft |
11 | 1 bedroom duplex | 710 sq ft |
12 | 1 bedroom duplex | 710 sq ft |
St John the Evangelist Church
40 Boxbush Rd
Coleford
GL16 8DN
Address: St John the Evangelist Church, 40 Boxbush Rd, Coleford, GL16 8DN
Location – Coleford, Forest of Dean
St John’s Church is located on Boxbush Road, overlooking the centre of the historic Forest of Dean town of Coleford.
Coleford is one of the principal towns within the Forest of Dean district and offers a range of local amenities together with easy access to surrounding towns and cities.
Distances include:
Monmouth – 5 miles
Lydney – 8 miles
Gloucester – 19 miles
Cheltenhem – 26 miles
Bristol – 29 miles
The Forest of Dean has become an increasingly popular residential location due to its combination of natural landscape, outdoor recreation and accessibility to major regional centres.
Planning & Technical Information
Planning Permission
Conversion to 12 apartments
Listed Building Consent
Grade II listed structure
Planning Authority
Forest of Dean District Council
Planning Reference
Architecture & Character
Inside and Around St John’s Church
St John’s Church is defined by its striking Gothic architecture, generous internal volumes and historic stone construction. The building retains a number of original features, including tall arched windows, exposed stonework and timber roof structures, all of which contribute to its architectural significance and conversion potential.
Interior
Exterior
The Future of St Johns
Acquire a Landmark Church Conversion Opportunity
St John’s Church offers developers and investors the opportunity to deliver a distinctive residential scheme within one of Coleford and the Forest of Dean’s most recognisable historic buildings.
Guide Price: Offers Over £300,000