Greasley Castle Farm, which takes its name from the remains of a medieval fortification within it, could be turned into a museum
A new museum could be set up at a Nottinghamshire farm steeped in history. Greasley Castle Farm, which takes its name from the surviving parts of a medieval fortification within it, could be turned into a museum dedicated to local history if councillors approve the project at Broxtowe Borough Council's planning committee on September 6.
The manor passed to Nicholas de Cantelupe in 1320 who was granted a licence to build fortifications by Edward III in 1340. Following the de Cantelupe family, Greasley fell into the hands of the Zouch family who held it until 1485, before the property was forfeited after Lord Zouch's death at the Battle of Bosworth.
Mr Hodgkinson's plan has been strongly supported by the council’s conservation officer, who argued the commercial presence at Greasley Castle was justified by the poor condition of the outbuildings and the need to find a viable new use for them. Both Historic England and the Georgian Society raised no objections to the project.
In a report submitted to the planning committee, it was assessed the remote location of the site would make it unlikely to impact any neighbours. Vehicle access to the farmhouse would be from an existing access point located off Church Road which has historically served the farmhouse and barns.
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