‘Eyesore’ Bridgnorth pub to be bulldozed for homes
An 'eyesore' former pub will be demolished and five homes built in its place after plans were given the green light.
The Cape of Good Hope in Billingsley, Bridgnorth, will be knocked down and replaced by two pairs of semi-detached homes and one detached property.
The plans were granted by Shropshire Council this week. Sara Jones, planning case officer, said: “The property is a detached building which has been significantly extended over the years. The main building is two storey in height with painted, rendered walls beneath a pitched tiled roof.
“Attached to the main building are single storey pitched and flat-roofed additions.
“In 2014 the pub closed and was marketed through various agents for sale. It was also put forward for several auctions in 2015, and was eventually purchased by the current owner, who it is understood purchased it in October of that year for £145,000. It is also understood that the site has been marketed in 2016 with no significant interest.”
