Iconic bingo hall on the market for £400,000 as a major development opportunity

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A newly closed bingo hall in the heart of Ayr is up for sale or lease as a major development opportunity comes to market. Ayr’s beloved Mecca Bingo, at Boswell Park, hosted its last games in February as the club closed its doors after 54 years.

Now the stunning art deco Category B listed building - which dates back to the 1930s and was once a cinema - is on the market at offers over £400,000.Photographs show the iconic interior in all its glory now that the tables and chairs have been cleared away, as well as a rare glimpse of the upstairs, which wasn’t in use in recent years.With a gorgeous cream and burgundy colour scheme and many detailed period features, the former entertainment venue is suitable for a variety of uses subject to planning.The layout is typical for a building of its time with the main auditorium taking up the majority of the floor space running to the full height with much of the original character retained.The accommodation on the ground floor comprises of; foyer and vestibule, main auditorium, bar, cellarage/stores, kitchen/prep area, staff office, and W.C.

facilities.Accommodation on the upper floor consists of; circle, upper circle, viewing boxes, offices, staff rooms and projection room.Shepherd partner Kevin Bell said: “The property has Class 11 consent but is suited to a variety of uses subject to planning.

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