Ollerton Hall to be turned into apartments to bring building 'back to life'

Restoration work will soon begin to bring a 300-year-old building back to life. Newark and Sherwood District Council have confirmed that works are set to start at Ollerton Hall which will see the building sympathetically restored.

The Grade II listed hall is understood to be around 300 years old but has been vacant for the past 50 years. The building will be transformed into eight apartments.

This comes after plans from a previous developer to transform the site into a care home never came to be, and the site was re-acquired by the council in 2016. 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.”

Before work can begin on the building, conservation work will be carried out in the area over the next five months. During this time the council will appoint a conservation clerk of works to conduct regular visits to the site and make sure the work is being carried out appropriately.

Councillor Lee Brazier, Portfolio Holder for Housing at the council, stated: “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."

He added: "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! ”