Inside an old Bradford convent on the market for nearly £1 million

The vast property in Clayton is set within its own "expansive" grounds, with large gardens, a huge car park, and a gated, sweeping driveway. 

"This incredible property was previously utilised as a convent and later hired out to a charity who used it as accommodation," says the sale listing.

"With an opportunity as rare as this viewings are an absolute must and may appeal to companies, end-users or developers alike."

When the Sisters of Littlehampton, an order of the Franciscan Missionary, arrived in Clayton in 1954, turning the former mill owner's house into a convent - there were ten of them.

The sisterhood of nuns lived in the property for more than 60 years but left the village in 2015, when only two remained. 

The huge building is now on the market for £950,000.

The Purple Bricks listing adds: "The property itself has been well maintained and boasts thirteen bedrooms, many of which are en-suite.

"There are also three large reception rooms, two of which boast high ceilings with the main reception boasting stunning large bay windows which allow an abundance of natural light to flood in.

"There is a separate extension to the building with its own kitchen and large room formally rented out as a children's nursery."

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