Queenborough fire station is going under the auctioneer’s hammer.

The station in Whiteway Road was one of seven around the county which Kent Fire and Rescue Service decided would shut in March after a major shake-up.

A three-year review of the service found the station was not needed as crews based at Sheppey could respond just as quickly.

The detached property has a freehold guide price of between £60,000 to £70,000.

Clive Emson auctioneer, John Stockey, said: “We had another former fire station up for auction a few months ago, and it was snapped up for its quirky value.

“There is going to be keen interest in this one as well from bidders with their eyes on a hot investment – at a competitive price, it shouldn’t burn a hole in their pockets.

“The property offers potential for a variety of future uses, subject to all the necessary consents being obtainable.”

• The auction takes place at Kent County Showground, Maidstone, from 11am on Monday, October 29.