Middleton Hall

The Grade II Listed property was constructed to a Gothic design during the Victorian era as a twenty-one-bedroom property, famously it was the first house to have hydroelectricity in the country. In the 1960s, it was converted into five separate apartments which by 2008 had become uninhabitable.

Purchased in 2008, the client, Middleton Hall Leisure, had the vision to return Middleton Hall to its original splendour and create a stunning heritage hotel with numerous holiday accommodations. Acting as the principal contractor, the goal was to deliver on this vision.

Throughout the project, close collaboration with the local Council Building Inspectors, English Heritage, and conservation specialists was maintained to ensure the preservation of historical elements of the building. The finished project aimed to be in keeping with the original design and feel of the property. Working closely with the client, various forms were submitted to secure listed building consent, including an extensive heritage statement.

The Lake Cottage was the first property to be refurbished at Middleton Hall. Originally known as the Gardeners Cottage, this single-story stone-built house had become dilapidated and required updating. The exterior underwent cleaning, repairs, and re-rendering in parts, while the chimneys needed remedial works. The interior demanded complete refurbishment, including new mechanical and electrical systems and a small extension.

The Boathouse, positioned on the dimensions of the original structure which had suffered irreparable damage, was rebuilt using an oak frame pegged together without screws or bolts. The result was a stunning open-plan 1-bedroom house with floor-to-ceiling windows offering picturesque views across the lake and grounds.

The Folly, built in the mid-1800s in the style of Tuscan square buildings, underwent a complete refurbishment inside and out. The stonework and facade were repaired, and a pitched roof extension was added to provide additional space. Wrap-around windows in the living room were designed to maintain the original style of the building.

The Coach House, originally an extension to Middleton Hall, was built around the same time as the Hall in the early-mid 1800s.

The renovation of the Coach House involved a complete conversion to create a traditional house with 5 en-suite double bedrooms, preserving the historical significance and charm of the original property.