THORNSEAT LODGE DESIGN & ACCESS STATEMENT MARCH 20

INTRODUCTION

This Design and Access Statement has been prepared by CODA Architecture in support of a proposed redevelopment of Thornseat Lodge and the surrounding land in , .

There is an opportunity to redevelop an historic building and the surrounding romantic scenery, in order to maximise a site that has fallen into recent decline. This will provide significantly more benefits to Bradfield Dale and the local area.

The proposed development comprises of: - The conversion of the existing manor house to residential apartments - Wedding venue on footprint of former stables - Conversion of existing buildings to residential unit and ancillary units

The purpose of this document is to set out the design principles, concept and strategy behind the proposals. It includes an initial analysis of the area, a characterisation appraisal of the context and an analysis that identifies some key opportunities and constraints of redeveloping the site. This is then used to inform a design process that culminates in a redevelopment proposal for the site.

03RE SITE : LOCATION & ACCESS

The site is located to the North West of Sheffield along Mortimer Road in Bradfield Dale. It is in close proximity to to the South and Agden Reservoir to the East.

The surrounding area is largely woodland and fields for agriculture. The villages of and to the East have a number of amenities including numerous pubs, a post office and village hall.

The area is a popular destination for hikers and ramblers due to its location on the North-West fringe of the Peak District, with close proximity to long-distance trails and a variety of shorter walks around local villages. As part of Bradfield Parish Council’s Walks and Trails project, a number of defined walks have been mapped in the surrounding area. These include:

- Circular walk around Dale Dyke reservoir - A short walk from Low Bradfield around Agden Reservoir

The site has transport links to Manchester and Sheffield via the A57 which can be accessed a few miles to the south along Mortimer Road. There is also access to the neighbouring villages of Bradfield, Bolsterstone and Dungworth.

While there are no public transport links on Mortimer Road, High Bradfield and Low Bradfield are accessed via a bus route that provides links to the surrounding areas as well as to Hillsborough within 20 minutes, which provides further connections into the city of Sheffield.

04RE SITE : OVERVIEW

The site is currently occupied by a manor house, built around natural environment has taken over and is now in a state of 1855 by Sidney Jessop. According to historical reports, the dereliction and partial ruin. The building has also been subject lodge was originally built as a summer retreat for use during to looting over the last few decades, as such it is in desperate the grouse shooting season. The building is built of stone need of redevelopment in order to preserve the decaying construction with a pitched slate roof, along with a number of structure. impressive windows framed in stone transoms and mullions. The South of the site overlooks Loxley Valley, while the North The building fell into disrepair following its closure as an offers picturesque views of woodland and grassland. Intermediate Treatment Centre in 1980. Since that date, the

05RE SITE : CONTEXT IMAGES & CHARACTERISATION

VIEW OF THE SOUTH-WEST SIDE OF THORNSEAT LODGE VIEW TO THE NORTH OF THORNSEAT LODGE SHOWING THE ROAD TO THE VIEW ANCILLARY BUILDINGS ON SITE PROPOSED WEDDING VENUE

This part of the document is intended to give a brief appraisal of the wider context of the site. Through undertaking a site visit and a photographic survey it has been possible to observe the following characteristics in the area:

The material palette on the site is largely very consistent, with all existing buildings being of stone construction with prominent stone lintels, cills and surrounds. The roofs are largely pitched and tiled in slate or shingle. While the lodge has considerably more architectural detailing than the ancillary buildings, they all share the same character and appear to be from a similar era.

The surrounding area of Bradfield predominantly shares a similar design aesthetic of stone construction; pitched slate roofs and stone architectural features.

VIEW OF FOOTPRINT OF EXISTING STABLES, WHERE THE PROPOSED VIEW LOOKING NORTH-EAST FROM THE PROPOSED WEDDING VENUE SITE WEDDING VENUE IS TO BE LOCATED

06RE SITE : OPPORTUNITIES & CONSTRAINTS

OPPORTUNITIES: CONSTRAINTS:

• Create a mixed-use development to contribute to • Access to the site via public transport is limited, the economic, social and cultural life of Bradfield. however there are a more than sufficient number of car parking spaces incorporated within the proposed • Enhance and reinvigorate an historic and derelict development on site. building in desperate need of repair. • The only vehicular access to the site is via 1 single • Fortifying the area as a popular tourist and lane street cultural destination, as well as providing possible accommodation for hikers and ramblers along a number of well-used trail.

• An appropriate architectural approach could help to strengthen the identity and character of the area.

07RE DEVELOPMENT SUMMARY

WEDDING VENUE WITH 80No. CAR PARKING SPACES 7No. RESIDENTIAL UNITS RESIDENTS’ LOUNGE OUTDOOR TERRACE

08RE PROPOSED SITE PLAN

09RE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT : LOCALITYRE

The proposal has been designed whilst taking into account the has purposefully taken the form of a common outbuilding, locality of the site, including an analysis of local architectural such as stables which often form a courtyard accessed via an typology and materials. As well as respecting the existing archway. architecture of the site it is important that any proposed development is sympathetic to nearby buildings, such as Within the courtyard a slightly more contemporary pitched Hallfield House. roof atrium has been introduced which references Victorian The proposal has taken into account local forms such as tiled orangeries. pitched roofs as well as more detailed architectural elements such as stone lintels, cills and surrounds. The new build on site

10RE DESIGN DEVELOPMENT : MATERIALITYRE

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BUFF HERITAGE STONE TO MATCH EXISTING SLATE ROOF TILES TO MATCH EXISTING 4 5 3 4 5 1 3

MODERN SLATE TILE TO COMPLEMENT EXISTING

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2 STONE WINDOW SURROUNDS ALUMINIUM GLAZING TO MATCH EXISTING

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11RE PRECEDENTSRE DESIGNPrecedent DEVELOPMENT Images :

12RE PRECEDENT : THORNBRIDGE HALL

Thornbridge hall is a grade II listed manor house built in 1859, The grounds also feature a number of outbuildings it is situated in a series of landscaped grounds and 100 acres including the Stonemason’s workshop which now houses the of parkland which are often open to the public. The house Thornbridge Brewery. itself is partially a private home but is also a popular event space and wedding venue, several of the buildings large The Hall also features 10 bespoke designed guest rooms and halls and heritage rooms are used for these events, including houses a small spa area and pool within the main building. the courtyard space and carriage house which has been The Building and grounds have become extremely popular specifically extended with a glazed atrium for events. for weddings due to their facilities and picturesque nature.

13RE PRECEDENT : BROOMHEAD FARM B&B

Broomhead Farm and Bed and Breakfast is a working sheep partially restored Victorian walled garden and a tennis court farm that also houses guest rooms on a B&B basis. The hotel useable by guests, who are also allowed and encouraged to rooms are situated in the former stable block which forms a wander the estate. courtyard space adjacent to the farmhouse. The guest spaces include a double height entrance space, lounge and dining spaces along with bedrooms. The property also includes a

14RE VISUALS :

AERIAL VIEW OF VENUE SPACE AERIAL VIEW OF VENUE SPACE

AERIAL VIEW OF VENUE SPACE VENUE SPACE TERRACE

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ENTRANCE TO VENUE SPACE VIEW OF LODGE EXTENSION

AERIAL VIEW OF LODGE VIEW OF EXTERNAL SEATING AREA

16RE This document has been produced by CODA Architecture.

CODA Architecture 70-71 Cornish Place Cornish Street Sheffield S6 3AF Telephone: 0114 2796003 Web: www.codastudios.co.uk

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