One of the cheapest properties on sale in Blackburn is also one of the most unique, with an old church spire on the market.

The former tower of St Phillips Church, in Cavendish Place, dates back more than 140 years, but since it shut down in the 1970s only the tower remains.

The rare building is now on the market, for an asking price of £65,000, with outline plans drawn up for it to be turned into a two-bedroom house.

The freehold property sits next to Griffin Park Primary School, just a stone’s throw from Redlam.

It features original ornate decorations on the outer walls, plus an interior spiral staircase with wooden flooring already installed to create a second storey.

Lancashire Telegraph: The church, and its land, from aboveThe church, and its land, from above (Image: Keenans/Rightmove)

It features the original door and ample outdoor space which would require clearing and landscaping.

Keenans Estate Agents, which is marketing the site, describes it as a “unique opportunity to acquire and develop a former church tower”.

It said: “Commanding an enviable plot in the heart of a popular area of Blackburn, this former church tower dates back to 1880, when it was part of the church that stood in the same site.

Lancashire Telegraph: The garden area of the church towerThe garden area of the church tower (Image: Keenans/Rightmove)

“The church was later decommissioned in the 1970s from which only the tower remains.

“Outline plans have been drawn for the addition of a two-storey home to be incorporated with the existing tower to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind family home with off-street parking and gardens (subject to necessary planning consents).

“The property is located close to Witton Park and provides good access to local amenities and schools.”

For more information about the property or to book a viewing, contact Keenans Estate Agents in Blackburn Road, Accrington, by calling 01254 956875.