Homes England sells off Nottingham War Rooms
Langcroft’s acquisition of the Beechdale site paves the way for one of Nottingham’s most significant regeneration projects, three months after planning was approved for the scheme.
As part of the Chalfront Drive redevelopment, the grade two-listed 1950s bunker will be repurposed into community and commercial facilities, while 104 affordable homes will be built on surrounding land, which has been sub-sold to East Midlands Housing Group.
The value of the transaction is undisclosed.
Langcroft says the purchase of the site takes it “a step closer to realising its vision” for the restoration of the heritage asset, which it says has been more than 10-years in the making.
The scheme balances modern commercial use with sensitive heritage conservation. Significant original features within the bunker, including the Lamson Tube Room, former BBC recording studio, plant rooms and kitchen facilities, will be preserved and restored, while new entrances, roof interventions and improved access will bring daylight and accessibility into the building.
Craig Cameron, Land Director of Langcroft Group said: “We’re extremely pleased to have completed the acquisition of the Nottingham War Rooms and the sub-sale for 104 affordable homes.
“This is just the beginning — the War Rooms are entering an exciting new chapter.”
The legal aspects of the transaction were propelled by property and planning law firm and strategic advisors Devello Group, acting on behalf of Hamilton Russell Harper Wood, part of the Langcroft Group.
Iain Hibbert, CEO of Devello Group, said: “Devello was delighted to support Langcroft on both the property and planning aspects of this highly complex acquisition and redevelopment, alongside the sub-sale to East Midlands Housing Group.
“The designs honour the War Rooms’ extraordinary heritage while creating a modern, commercially viable space that will deliver lasting benefits for the local community. We’re excited to see this landmark regeneration move into delivery”
Site works are expected to commence this month, with the first new homes targeted for occupation by April 2027.
