‘Excellent potential’: Pub that has stood empty for years is going under the hammer
Empty Wakefield pub left shut for years is going up for auction
A vacant former pub near to Wakefield city centre is set to be auctioned off.


The Albion Inn, on Greenhill Road, Eastmoor, is due to go under the hammer later this month.
The Samuel Smith’s premises, which has been closed for a number of years, is being marketed by BTG Eddisons Property Auctions.
A description of the property on the company’s website says: “A substantial brick built former public house occupying a prominent corner plot at the junction with Greenhill Road on the outskirts of Wakefield town centre.
“The property occupies a freehold plot of just under a third of an acre with large car park and adjoins both commercial and residential premises.
“Excellent potential is offered for a variety of uses, subject to the appropriate consents.”
The auction is due to be held on September 30.