Summary - HMS Cambria, Hayes Lane, Barry CF63 3RF CF63 3RF
1 bed 1 bath Mixed Use
Large waterfront development site with flexible reuse potential near Barry and Cardiff.
Freehold former naval training base, net 6.6 acres (gross 11.6 acres)
A substantial freehold former naval training base occupying a net 6.6 acres (gross 11.6 acres) with direct coastal frontage and long views across the Bristol Channel to Somerset. The site includes a mix of former offices, a large officers’ mess hall, multiple personnel accommodation blocks and ancillary storage buildings, offering a range of reuse options from self‑storage or warehouse through to residential, educational or leisure uses (subject to planning).
The planform and existing buildings provide clear development potential for investors or operators needing large, secure landholdings close to Barry Waterfront and around 8 miles from Junction 33 of the M4. The area is an established business location with good road links to Barry, Cardiff and the motorway network, and parts of the site lie open to the shoreline which could be an attractive feature for coastal uses.
Buyers should note the site’s context: the surrounding neighbourhood is classified as very deprived with high local crime rates and challenged local demographics. The buildings are of traditional post‑war construction and will likely require refurbishment or adaptation works to meet modern standards. Utilities, planning consents and remediation (if required) should be investigated as part of due diligence.
This holding suits developers, operators and investors seeking a large, flexible coastal site with multiple reuse routes. Its size and waterfront position are standout attributes; realistic budgets and a clear delivery strategy will be essential to convert existing structures or secure suitable planning permissions.
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