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A nuclear bunker is on the market for just £15,000, but it’s only big enough for three people to get in.

It was built in the 1950s, after World War II and during the Cold War, and fear of nuke attacks.

It is one of only 1,500 made.

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So you really could be purchasing a piece of British history to call your very own.

Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

And, this one holds its very own depth of history too.

Known as ROC Nuclear Bunker – a Royal Observer Post – the site in question was conjured up to create accommodation to survive a nuclear attack.

A 1950s nuclear bunker in Derbyshire is on the market for just £15,000, offering a piece of Cold War history with quirky features, perfect for a unique property investment.
Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

The observers were said to have been given enough food and water to survive for a whopping 14 days whilst reporting on the nuclear ‘bursts’ after a nuclear attack.

A 1950s nuclear bunker in Derbyshire is on the market for just £15,000, offering a piece of Cold War history with quirky features, perfect for a unique property investment.
Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

There’s even memorabilia from the 80s, along with other quirky features such as the telephone and instructions for equipment.

A 1950s nuclear bunker in Derbyshire is on the market for just £15,000, offering a piece of Cold War history with quirky features, perfect for a unique property investment.
Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

It is in Wormhill, near Buxton, Derbyshire.

A 1950s nuclear bunker in Derbyshire is on the market for just £15,000, offering a piece of Cold War history with quirky features, perfect for a unique property investment.
Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

They also had means of communication to use too, whilst in the bunker, reports Luxury Property News.

A 1950s nuclear bunker in Derbyshire is on the market for just £15,000, offering a piece of Cold War history with quirky features, perfect for a unique property investment.
Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

The bunker itself is a cushty find and is in its original condition.

But, it has been refurbished already for the new owner.

A 1950s nuclear bunker in Derbyshire is on the market for just £15,000, offering a piece of Cold War history with quirky features, perfect for a unique property investment.
Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

New features include a log burner, fancy curtains and there is an ‘unused and still boxed chemical toilet’.

The storage and landing area measures 7ft 5 x 2ft 6 and the living and sleeping area comes in at 14ft 8 x7ft 3 so you’ll have plenty of room.

A 1950s nuclear bunker in Derbyshire is on the market for just £15,000, offering a piece of Cold War history with quirky features, perfect for a unique property investment.
Inside the 1950s nuclear bunker. (Picture: Jam Press)

It’s set to be sold by SDL Auctions with the auction taking place from 9am on 26 September, which can be watched online.

And, if you fancy going to have a look for yourself on the 17th and 23rd September from 10:30-11:30.

But, beware of the 5% deposit and 4.8% buyer’s fee- the buyer’s fee doesn’t contribute to the purchase fee, though.

And, the sale will be unconditional.

The guide price is £15,000-£20,000 and some additional fees may be listed in the ‘special conditions of sale’.

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