Elliott House

Steeped in history, Elliott House was first opened in 1901 as a purpose-built Convalescent Home for 100 Railway workers needing respite and recovery from oppressive working conditions. During World War I, the home was used as a Military Hospital and in 1924 the Railway Men gifted the wrought iron gates that you can still see today, and which are now Grade II listed. With visits from royalty and a former Prime Minister, the building and grounds could tell a story or two.

In the 1980’s the home was converted into a residential care home when unfortunately, many of the original features were lost. Those that remain today have been meticulously captured within a heritage report and map and will continue to be preserved.

Our planning application is yet to be determined, but if successful, will secure the future of Elliott House, meaning the building and its grounds can be fully restored and sympathetically enhanced so that it can one again be enjoyed and called home by its lucky residents.

The vision is to create 27 interior designed apartments and duplexes that celebrate the rich history and are in keeping with the period. Formal private and shared gardens have been designed to include open amenity, BBQ and picnic area, flower beds, manicured hedgerows, and many new trees. Car parking featuring EV charging with either grass or stone finishes have been designed in addition to a buttressed wall with gated arch leading to a disguised and secure bike store.

Three further bungalows are proposed to the rear of the site, allowing us to strike the right balance of homes and commercial viability with safeguarding the grounds and future of the site.

The existing Elliott House name is believed to be protected under the Grade II listing, but it is our intention to seek approval to rename it to something that celebrates its history. We have considered John Passmore Edwards, who provided a significant financial donation to the original construction and who was a great supporter of the working classes, and Alfred Saxon Snell, the original architect. However, we will be appealing to the local community for suggestions.

Subject to planning approval, we anticipate an 18 month construction programme.