Upmarket hotel plans for country villa that fell into disrepair and became ‘rave’ house are set for rejection

Plans to convert the Grade II listed Neach Hill manor into a 12-bedroom hotel and build a 46-bedroom hotel block in the courtyard, plus more than 50 homes on the surrounding land, are set to be rejected by Shropshire Council.

The Regency villa near RAF Cosford was built in the early 19th century and fell into disrepair in the early 2000s. The once-impressive home became a notorious venue for illegal raves, resulting in what the owners describe as “extensive” damage to the building.

“Between 2007 and 2014 the house then became a noted location for ‘rave’ parties, resulting in much damage to the interiors,” read a statement prepared by Shrewsbury-based architect Arrol.

“It was over this period that the fire brigade was called out on several occasions. In July 2014 property was left vacant but, as previously mentioned, also severely damaged and exposed to the elements.”