Golden Lane Leisure Centre Refurbishment Delayed
The City of London Corporation delays Golden Lane Leisure Centre renovation to engage with residents on design concerns, including retaining the sports hall.
Category : Conversion Projects
Trinity School Expansion Approved in Croydon
Trinity School's expansion to become fully co-educational by 2031 has been approved, adding trees and reducing parking despite privacy and traffic concerns.
Maura Higgins Gutting £1.25M Essex Mansion for Renovations
Maura Higgins is renovating her £1.25M Essex mansion, stripping it to bare bones for a sauna and new bathroom. The Love Island star plans to move to the US for Dancing With The Stars.
BT Tower Hotel Plans Revealed After £275M Sale
Plans for the iconic BT Tower in Fitzrovia have been revealed after its £275m sale to MCR Hotels. The tower will become a hotel with public access, a rooftop pool, and a new square.
Adam Thomas' Mansion: I'm A Celeb King's Palace-Like Home Revealed
Adam Thomas, crowned King of the Jungle, lives in a Cheshire mansion resembling Buckingham Palace. Explore his luxurious home with his wife Caroline and kids.
£120M Upgrade for South Kensington Tube Station
Transport for London announces a £120 million upgrade for South Kensington Tube station, including step-free access, a new entrance, and platform improvements, set for completion in 2029.
Leegate Centre Demolished for 500 Homes in Lewisham
The Leegate shopping centre in Lewisham, once hailed as the 'Westfield of the 1960s', is being demolished to make way for a mixed-use development with 500 homes, a health centre, and a supermarket.
Hidden Central London Park Open to Public
A small park in London's Southbank, created in the 1990s, is open to the public but remains deserted. A blogger highlights its hidden access and locked gates.
Win a £2m Cheshire Dream Home in Charity Raffle
A luxury £2 million Cheshire home is the prize in a summer charity draw. The five-bedroom property includes furnishings, stamp duty, and legal fees. Tickets start at £10.
Skatepark Owner Fights Eviction Over Rent Row
Ben Hopkinson of Hop Kingdom skatepark in Bermondsey is battling eviction after bailiffs changed locks over £62k rent arrears, calling for community support.
Plan to Demolish 1800s Pub for New Pub and 26 Flats
Developers submit plans to demolish the historic Masons Arms pub in Kensal Green and build a new pub with 26 flats above, but no affordable housing is included due to financial deficit.
Empty Hammersmith Office to Become 171-Room Hotel
Grove House in Hammersmith, empty since 2023, will be transformed into a 171-room hotel with workspace, retail, and a 131-seat auditorium after a successful appeal.
Aldi Wooden Toy Range Returns With Two-Per-Person Limit
Aldi is bringing back its popular wooden toy range on May 17 with a strict two-item per customer limit after previous sellouts caused chaos. The collection includes a mud kitchen, sandpit, and more.
Adam Thomas' Mansion Resembles Buckingham Palace
Explore Adam Thomas' luxurious Cheshire mansion, complete with an Orangery, cinema room, and private gym. The Waterloo Road star's home is a palace compared to camp life.
Seymour Centre Renovation Delayed, Cost Rises to £44M
The historic Seymour Centre in Marylebone will reopen in spring 2027 after delays due to asbestos and heritage issues, with the budget increased to £44 million.
Dulwich Pub to Be Demolished for Community Garden
The Grove Tavern in Dulwich, derelict since a 2012 fire, faces demolition as Dulwich Estate proposes a community garden until 2029.
The Wolseley Opens First London Hotel in Mayfair
The Wolseley Hospitality Group is transforming a former bank in Mayfair into its first London hotel, the five-star WestDill Mayfair Hotel, with 50 guest rooms and a restaurant.
South London Pub Rebuilt with Flats After Council Approval
Nolan's Public House in South Lambeth, dating back to 1867, will be demolished and replaced with a new six-storey building featuring 14 private flats and a modernized pub, approved unanimously by Lambeth Council.
Folkestone Row Over Victorian Toilet War Memorial Plan
Residents clash over proposals to transform a rediscovered 1880s latrine in Folkestone into a First World War memorial, with critics calling it 'excessive' and supporters defending its historical significance.
London Churches Build Housing Amid Severe Shortage
London churches are converting underused spaces into affordable housing to tackle the city's severe shortage, with over 50 projects underway and more planned.
Suspicious Fire at Historic Church-to-Mosque Site Sparks Hate Crime Concerns
Victoria police are investigating a suspicious fire at a 168-year-old former church being converted into a mosque in Kilmore. The Islamic community calls for it to be treated as a hate crime amid rising Islamophobic incidents across Australia.
Woolwich Pub Saved Again: Council Rejects Demolition Plans
Greenwich Council has rejected plans to demolish the 176-year-old Anglesea Arms pub in Woolwich for a second time, citing insufficient evidence that the historic venue is no longer viable.
London Assembly Urges More Local Character in New Housing
The London Assembly Planning Committee warns Mayor Sadiq Khan that cookie-cutter newbuilds are fueling opposition to development. They call for community input and traditional design elements in the forthcoming London Plan.
First UK Car Park to Flats Conversion in Staffordshire
A derelict multi-storey car park in Newcastle-under-Lyme is being transformed into 111 apartments in a pioneering UK and European first, with rents aimed at affordable housing for local workers.
London Tunnels Moves to JP Jenkins Post-Euronext
The London Tunnels Ltd has joined private securities venue JP Jenkins after delisting from Euronext, as it seeks funding for its ambitious underground tourist attraction project.
London's Square Mile Skyline Transformation Revealed for 2030
The City of London Corporation has released new CGI images showing the Square Mile's future skyline, with skyscrapers set for completion by 2030. Officials highlight record planning approvals and major projects like 1 Undershaft, reinforcing London's glob
Ibex House Art Deco Building Converted to Hotel with Pub
Grade II-listed Ibex House in the City of London is being transformed into a 382-room hotel, featuring a revived pub and conference centre, with completion set for 2028.
London Gasholder May Transform into Swimming Pool
Southwark Council reveals plans to convert a historic Grade II-listed gasholder in Old Kent Road into London's first wild swimming pool within a regenerated park.
Lewisham Approves Care Home for Young Mums
Lewisham Council has unanimously approved plans to convert a house into a care facility for vulnerable young mothers and their babies, providing temporary shelter and support.
Indoor padel club with 6 courts proposed for Croydon
Plans submitted to convert a Croydon warehouse into a premium indoor padel facility with six courts, a bar, and business lounge. Council decision expected next month.
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