Ollerton Hall: 300-year-old Nottinghamshire hall to be ‘transformed’ into apartments

Ollerton Hall is to be turned into apartmentsOllerton Hall is to be turned into apartments
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The Grade II listed building has been empty for the past 50 years

A 300-year-old Nottinghamshire hall is set to be “transformed” after five decades of neglect. 

Ollerton Hall, near Edwinstowe, has lain vacant for the past 50 years but work to convert the building into eight apartments is to now begin, Newark and Sherwood District Council has confirmed. 

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A previous developer’s plans to develop the site into a care home never came to fruition and the site was re-acquired by the District Council in 2016 to seek a developer who would do justice to this important building.

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In 2021, an agreement was made with a developer that they would create and submit plans for the site to maintain its character and architectural features.

Councillor Paul Peacock, Leader of Newark and Sherwood District Council, said: “It was very important to us that plans for this beautiful place were respectful and protective. 

“We’re really reassured that it’s now in the hands of people who have previous experience in doing fantastic work with heritage buildings and I’m looking forward to seeing the building brought back to life in a way that retains its integrity while bringing it up to date in terms of safety and practicality.”

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Councillor Lee Brazier, Portfolio Holder for Housing at the District Council, added: “We know that this has been a long time coming and we’re really happy to finally be getting it over the line so that work can begin.

“As an Ollerton local, this building means a lot to me; it’s the gateway to the town and it’s been so upsetting for all of us to see it go unused. 

“It really is wonderful news that this stunning building will be returned to some of its former glory and shown the care and deference it deserves and I know I share your excitement to see Ollerton Hall looking amazing again!”

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