The Old Racecourse, Lewes, BN7 1UR
Listed 29 Sept 2026 · Lewes
How the price compares
Key features
- Stunning elevated position
- 3 houses all currently let
- 6000 sqft of flexible space including exhibition space and cafe
- Potential to develop further
- Part of the Lewes Old Racecourse
- Further racecourse land available by separate negotiation
About this home
** PART EXCHANGE AVAILABLE ** The Totaliser Building, comprising of 3 properties and approximately 6000 sq.ft. of exhibition space. Forming part of the Lewes Old Racecourse in a stunning elevated position with views of the South Downs. For sale as a whole or individual lots with further land also available.
DESCRIPTION The Estate is set within the tranquil elevated grounds of the former Lewes Racecourse, an iconic location with roots dating back to the 1700s. The final race was held in 1964 but the area remains steeped in history and character. Today this elevated setting offers sweeping countryside views within a wonderfully peaceful environment while remaining in easy reach of all the conveniences of town life. The location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts with direct access to a network of scenic footpaths, bridleways and cycle routes leading onto the heart of the South Downs National Park. Whether you are a avid walker, cyclist or nature lover the surrounding landscape offers endless opportunities to explore.
LOT 1 (coloured yellow)
The Totaliser Building and Cottages.
The Totaliser Building spans approximately 6,000 sq ft, once used for taking bets, is an open plan brick built, steel and timber structure. Current plans and permissions include an exhibition space alongside a cafe with ample indoor and outdoor seating. Adjoining the building are three cottages with parking which are currently let. On the southerly wing: • Manhattan Cottage 1 which is a two bedroom house, currently let • Manhattan Cottage 2 which is a three bedroom house, currently let On the northerly wing: • Grooms Cottage which is a larger three bedroom property, also currently let
There is believed to be potential to develop further.
ADDITIONAL LAND Additionally there is further racecourse land available by separate negotiation.
Property details
- Property type
- Ask agent
- Size
- 6,000 sq ft / 557 sq m
- Council tax band
- TBC
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Cooksbridge Station1.5 mi
- Lewes Station1.7 mi
- Falmer Station3.3 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in BN7 over the last 12 months: terraced £475k · semi-detached £515k · flat £235k · detached £925k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Manhattan Cottage, County Stables, The Motor Road Lewes BN7 1UR | Other Freehold | 31 May 2024 | £300,000 |
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Buying costs
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Listed by Batcheller Monkhouse, Pulborough on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 29 Sept 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 30/04/2026.
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