WESTON'S long-dormant TJ Hughes building has been sold in an ad hoc auction.

The building on 17-21 High Street went up for auction earlier this year in February with property agents and auctioneers David Plaister.

A second round of bidding, headed up by Connect UK Auctions, took place on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. It had a guide price of £1,500,000.

After the property failed to sell, another auction was held by David Plaister, who has now confirmed to the Weston Mercury that the building has been sold.

Planning permission has already been secured to create 40 contemporary residential apartments, as well as four ground-floor retail units and the creation of ten dedicated parking spaces.

The David Plaister website reads: "Situated within the centre of Weston-super-Mare, this property boasts a convenient location just moments away from the seafront and beach. Residents of the development will enjoy the benefits of excellent transport links and an array of amenities right at your doorstep.

"The upper floors of the property offer pleasant views of the coastline."