Vacant Building Marketplace
Empty buildings.
Full of potential.
Grand Bequest is the UK's first community platform for finding vacant buildings and turning them into something the neighbourhood actually needs — housing, community hubs, workspaces, and more.
Simple from the start
How Grand Bequest works
You don't need to be an expert in property or planning.
If you know a building that's been empty for too long, you can start here.
Spot a vacant building
Found an old school, closed pub, or empty office? Tell us about it. All you need is its name and rough location — no surveying required.
List it on the platform
Add photos, suggest a possible future use, and put it on the map. Our team then reviews and validates each listing.
Gather community support
Others can follow, contribute ideas, and express interest. Buildings with strong community backing move forward faster.
Watch it come back to life
Developers, councils, and funders use our platform to discover viable projects. When a building secures backing, everyone is notified.
Project Spotlight
Buildings that need your support
These communities are looking for champions, contributors, and ideas.
Why it matters
Vacant buildings are a community problem — and a community opportunity.
There are an estimated 250,000 long-term vacant properties across the UK. These aren't just eyesores — they represent lost opportunity for housing, local services, and economic activity.
Grand Bequest exists to connect the people who care about these buildings with the expertise and funding to do something about them. No planning jargon. No property experience needed. Just a desire to help.
Ready to get involved?
Browse the registry, follow a building near you, or list one you've spotted.