The site comprises a mainly level area which is currently utilised for industrial and storage of machinery/plant. The surrounding area is a mix of woodland and open countryside with the site originally forming part of the historic Shibden Hall Estate. The site offers a rare opportunity to acquire a Green Belt gated development opportunity of circa 2 hectares in a very desirable location. Planning for residential development has been obtained (see "planning") but alternative schemes could be considered subject to planning.