Set within an attractive rural setting on the edge of Rishton, Blacklaw Farm offers a rare opportunity to acquire a traditional Lancashire farmhouse with attached stone barns benefiting from planning permission, subject the condition being discharge. Application reference 11/25/0517 Hyndburn Borough Council granted on 3rd August 2026.

The land wraps around the property and includes an area of hardstanding where a former livestock building once stood. The holding offers flexibility for a range of uses including grazing livestock, pony paddocks or participation in environmental land management schemes.

The approved scheme reimagines the existing farmhouse and barns as a collection of four bespoke three-bedroom homes, carefully blending traditional rural character with high-quality contemporary design and sustainable living.

Blacklaw Farm occupies a private position accessed via a private lane from Wilpshire Road, surrounded by open countryside and farmland. The site enjoys a peaceful and secluded setting while remaining conveniently located for nearby towns and amenities.

The proposed development retains and enhances the existing farmstead, preserving the historic form of the buildings while introducing carefully considered contemporary elements. The result is an elegant cluster of homes that sit naturally within the landscape, each offering well-proportioned accommodation, private gardens, dedicated parking and landscaped surroundings.

Architecturally, the homes draw inspiration from traditional agricultural buildings, incorporating natural stonework, slate-style roofing and timber detailing. Contemporary design elements introduce light-filled interiors, with larger openings to the rear framing views across the surrounding countryside while maintaining a traditional rural frontage.

Sustainability is central to the design approach. Each home is intended to incorporate a fabric-first construction, complemented by modern energy-efficient technologies including integrated solar roof systems, ground source heat pumps, high-performance insulation, EV charging points and rainwater harvesting.

Blacklaw Farm enjoys a peaceful countryside position surrounded by open agricultural land and far-reaching views across the Lancashire landscape. Set well back from neighbouring roads, the property benefits from a high degree of privacy while still offering convenient access to nearby towns. Public footpaths in the surrounding countryside provide excellent opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation.

Rishton, within the borough of Hyndburn, provides a range of everyday amenities including local shops, supermarkets, schools, cafés and public houses. Nearby Wilpshire and Ramsgreave offer additional services and convenient rail connections.

For commuters, Rishton railway station provides regular services to Blackburn, Burnley and Preston, while Wilpshire station offers direct connections to Manchester. The M65 motorway is easily accessible, connecting to the wider motorway network including the M6. The nearby Ribble Valley, renowned for its picturesque countryside, villages and outdoor pursuits, further enhances the appeal of this well-connected rural location.

The comprises four individually designed homes, offering contemporary open-plan living combined with well-proportioned bedroom accommodation. The properties have been thoughtfully designed to maximise natural light and provide practical, modern family homes.

Dwelling 1

Offering well-balanced accommodation across three floors. The ground floor features an open-plan kitchen with island, dining area and living space, together with a convenient cloakroom. The first floor provides two bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the second floor is dedicated to an impressive principal bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, creating a private upper-level retreat.

Dwelling 2

Provides spacious open-plan living on the ground floor, incorporating a kitchen with island, dining and living area, along with a pantry, utility/plant room and cloakroom. The first floor offers three bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite, together with a family bathroom, providing flexible accommodation for modern family living.

Dwelling 3

Similar to the other dwellings arranged with a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and living area at ground floor level, complemented by a pantry, utility/plant room and cloakroom. The first floor provides three bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite, together with a family bathroom, creating comfortable and practical accommodation.

Dwelling 4

Dwelling 4 offers particularly spacious accommodation with an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area forming the heart of the home, alongside a utility/plant room and cloakroom on the ground floor. The first floor provides three bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite, together with a family bathroom.