Development Opportunity FOR SALE in Upper Borough Walls, Bath, Somerset

Property Description

Landmark Bath Redevelopment Opportunity – Former RNHRD Hospital in Prime City Centre Location
Fraser Bond is pleased to present the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases (RNHRD), a landmark institutional property located on Upper Borough Walls in the heart of Bath.
Occupying a site of approximately 0.285 acres, this historic complex has long served as a specialist healthcare facility, providing nationally recognised rheumatology and rehabilitation services. Commonly known as “The Min,” the building forms part of Bath’s rich architectural and medical heritage.
Positioned within the city centre, the property benefits from immediate access to Bath’s प्रमुख retail, cultural, and lifestyle amenities, including the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, and a wide range of high-end restaurants and boutiques.
The site presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial freehold interest in one of the UK’s most prestigious and tightly constrained property markets. Subject to planning and heritage considerations, the property offers significant potential for redevelopment into a high-end residential or mixed-use scheme.
Key Features
Former specialist hospital (RNHRD – “The Min”)
Landmark building in central Bath
Approx. 0.2850 acre site
Prime city centre location
Significant heritage and architectural character
Potential for residential, hotel, or mixed-use redevelopment (STP)
Strong surrounding property values
Rare opportunity within UNESCO World Heritage city
Location
Bath is one of the UK’s most desirable and internationally recognised cities, renowned for its Georgian architecture, Roman heritage, and high quality of life. The city attracts both domestic and international buyers, supporting strong demand across residential and hospitality sectors.
Upper Borough Walls is a central and highly प्रतिष्ठित address, placing the property within walking distance of Bath’s key attractions, transport links, and amenities. The surrounding area is characterised by premium residential and commercial uses.
Investment Angle
This property represents a once-in-a-generation redevelopment opportunity:
Prime Bath city centre location with global appeal
Strong potential for luxury residential or hospitality scheme (STP)
Heritage asset capable of commanding premium values
Limited supply of comparable development opportunities
Strong long-term capital appreciation in Bath market
For investors and developers, the site offers a unique opportunity to create a flagship scheme in one of the UK’s most prestigious locations.
For further information, planning guidance, or to discuss acquisition opportunities, contact Fraser Bond today.
Opportunities to acquire landmark buildings in Bath city centre are exceptionally rare and highly sought after by global investors.