Hole in the Wall Riding School, Church Hill, Crook
North East
£795,000
Listed on 21/01/2026
Listed on 21/01/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
Equestrian FacilityFeatures
- Garden
- Parking
Description
This equestrian property, currently functioning as a thriving Riding School, presents an incredible investment opportunity. Located in the rural outskirts of Crook, County Durham, this estate encompasses a main three-bedroom bungalow alongside a timber frame chalet-style building, two substantial steel portal frame structures housing stables and an indoor arena. With a total area of over 5 hectares (12.73 acres), the site boasts multiple outdoor arenas, paddocks, and outbuildings suitable for various uses.
The main dwelling features modern construction from 2007 with spacious living areas and potential for further enhancements. The chalet, once utilized as a residence, is adaptable to different purposes, including accommodation for staff or guests. The stables and riding facilities are well-equipped but may benefit from some updates to optimize their functionality.
The property's strategic location provides easy access to Crook's amenities while offering idyllic countryside views. If you're seeking a project with significant potential for both residential and business transformation, this property is worth considering. Renovation efforts could enhance its appeal to equestrian enthusiasts and broaden its operational capabilities within the local area.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
53out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This is an unusual rural property where the value-add story is the wider equestrian operation: 12.73 acres of paddocks, 18 indoor stables, an indoor arena and outdoor facilities, alongside a three-bedroom bungalow and a chalet. The visible buildings and grounds appear generally maintained and in use, while the listing identifies the straw store as partly dilapidated, so checking the condition and upkeep of the facilities is important. Residential interiors are not shown, which limits the condition assessment.
At £795,000, the price cannot yet be compared with local £/sqf because floor area is missing; value on that basis remains unjudged. The overall score is a weak opportunity, with incomplete price and renovation economics data, so the appeal here rests on the distinctive equestrian setup and its potential rather than a confirmed value advantage.
Key opportunities
- The 18 indoor stables, indoor arena and outdoor facilities offer scope to build on or adapt an established equestrian setup.
- The bungalow, chalet and 12.73 acres create a distinctive combination of residential and equestrian space.
- The grounds and visible facilities appear maintained and operational, providing a useful starting point for a buyer assessing the wider property.
Key risks
- The listing describes the straw store as partly dilapidated; confirm whether repair or removal is needed.
- Check the condition, compliance and ongoing maintenance requirements of the extensive equestrian facilities and outbuildings.
- Residential interiors are not shown, so their condition and any associated work remain difficult to assess.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Bishop Auckland West Station
4.9 miles
Train · Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland Rail Station
5.0 miles
Train · Bishop Auckland
Wolsingham Rail Station
5.8 miles
Train · Wolsingham
Durham Rail Station
7.6 miles
Train · Durham
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