A former Council depot site offering excellent redevelopment potential, located at 17 River Street, Wick, within easy reach of the town centre and local amenities. Situated close to Wick harbour, the property benefits from a central position in one of the principal towns in Caithness.
This site represents an attractive opportunity for redevelopment, with potential for a wide range of commercial, community, mixed-use projects, or use as a storage yard, subject to planning consent.
Extending to approximately 780 m², the property incorporates around 642 m² of existing buildings, including a 421 m² workshop/storage facility and 221 m² of office accommodation, offering scope for flexible use or redevelopment. The buildings would require significant upgrading or replacement, offering scope for a purchaser to redevelop the site to suit future needs.
Location
Wick is a historic coastal town in Caithness, on the north-east coast of the Scottish Highlands. It serves as one of the principal service and commercial centres in the region, supporting a wide catchment area with retail, education, healthcare, and transport facilities.
The town has a strong maritime heritage linked to its harbour, which remains a working port supporting fishing, marine services, and offshore industries. Wick is also a key stop on the North Coast 500 route and benefits from tourism linked to the wider Highlands. It continues to act as an important hub for local businesses, community services, and regional connections.
The property is in central Wick, just minutes from both the harbour and town centre, with excellent regional accessibility by road, rail, and air.
Terms
The property is located within a Mixed-Use Area as identified in the Highland-Wide Local Development Plan. Planning enquiries should be directed to Link - View Planning Applications | Planning Permission | Highland Council
Each party will be responsible for their own legal and professional fees. The purchaser will be liable for Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT), registration dues, and any VAT applicable to the sale.