A distinctive Grade-II listed building in Ely city centre is up for auction with a guide price of £80,000.  

The Old Dispensary, at 13 St Mary’s Street, has been a meeting spot for various community groups in recent years.  

The building dates to 1865 and features a distinctive gothic-architectural style façade made of stone.  

Inscribed above the entrance is “Ely Dispensary 1865. Heal the Sick”. Behind the façade is a pitched roof covered with slate tiles. 

The interior consists of an entrance hall leading to a large open plan room. A kitchen and toilets are located towards the back. 

The property has an approximate gross internal area of 1,296 sq ft and will appear at auction on September 25.  

All enquiries and advance viewings are being handled by Cheffins.  

It is also being listed on various property websites, including Rightmove. 

The description of the property explains it is currently described on the East Cambridgeshire District Council planning portal as a "Day Centre for the Elderly".

Luke Davenport, a commercial director at Cheffins, said: “There has been a lot of interest in The Old Dispensary since it came on the market towards the end of last month.  

“It’s a very distinctive building that has so much potential and could be suitable for various uses.   

“Viewings can be arranged in advance and all redevelopment opportunities would be subject to planning.” 

The property has an approximate gross internal area of 1,296 sq ft.  

It is located opposite St Mary’s Street public car park.  

Neighbouring properties include the Ely Print Centre and The Kings Arms pub.  

For further information about the property and for auction details contact Cheffins on 01223 972814.