Weald Moors Park, Preston

BRIEF DESCRIPTION Torrington House is one of two curved wings added onto the Grade I Listed 'Preston Hospital', ninety nine years after it was originally built in 1726. This Georgian 'hospital' was built by the Preston Trust Homes to be used as almshouses, from monies bequeathed by Lady Catherine Herbert on land which her brother, Lord Torrington, donated. These almshouses were originally built for retired ladies, who resided in apartments in the west side of the building, but later on, girls between the ages of ten and sixteen were welcomed to live in the east side, where they were schooled and taught domestic skills. The central Hall, joining the two main wings, is a most impressive part of the building and was originally intended as a school room and chapel.

The original design of this wing enables the property to feel separate from the main building, affording it a feel of privacy, whilst being close enough to the other properties in the neighbourhood to feel part of the community. The proximity of the other residences also forges a sense of security, making it an ideal property to 'lock up and leave'. Because this property is Grade I Listed, it ensures that the integrity of the building and its surroundings will remain as they are, with very little external maintenance being required by owners (the service charge paid covers the general maintenance of the exterior of the building, building insurance as well as the upkeep of the grounds).

Preston upon the Weald Moors is a peaceful hamlet, having a church and primary school, with close access to countryside walks. Being ideally placed for the local market towns of both Wellington and Newport, with their excellent schools and further/higher education facilities, and within easy reach of the larger retail facilities and amenities of Telford. Preston upon the Weald Moors is the ideal location for families and professionals alike. There is a local railway station at Wellington as well as the mainline railway station in Telford Town Centre and with the M54 being approximately 6.5 miles away (with its links to the M6 and Shrewsbury), the location is ideal for commuting.

Torrington House has been very well maintained, having been owned by the same person since its conversion in 2003. With high ceilings, large windows and distinctive curved walls, this individual property is elegant, bright and welcoming.

The main entrance door opens from the cloister (a sheltered area to sit and enjoy the gardens in all weathers) into the hallway, which runs along the inside curve of the building and features an understairs utility / storage cupboard to the one end with space and plumbing provision for both a washing machine and tumble drier. The expansive lounge, with dual aspect windows and feature fireplace is a lovely place for entertaining. Adjacent to the lounge is the cloakroom/WC with wall mounted gas combination boiler and hot water cylinder. The rear aspect study has plenty of room for a large desk with a useful recess for cabinets / bookshelves etc. The remainder of the ground floor comprises the modern kitchen diner, again, a well proportioned room with a dining area to the far end, having French style doors opening to the gardens behind. The main kitchen area features a comprehensive range of bespoke duck egg blue fronted units of base and wall mounted cupboards and drawers, with contrasting worktops over. A stand alone matching central island is finished with hard wearing quartz work surface, providing additional breakfast seating space as well as storage. A range cooker with six gas burners and fan assisted electric ovens below forms the focal point of the kitchen, with chimney style cooker hood over.
Turned stairs rise from the ground floor to the first floor landing, which again, runs along the inside curve of the property. To the one end, over the lounge, is the spacious main bedroom, with its double aspect windows enjoying far reaching views over the gardens and farmland beyond. The roomy guest bedroom is located to the other end of the landing, having built-in wardrobes to one wall and en-suite shower room. A third single bedroom is located adjacent to this, having a useful alcove for a wardrobe etc. Bedrooms One and Three share the family bathroom, fitted with a white suite, including a bath with shower over, close coupled WC and pedestal wash hand basin. A useful storage room completes the first floor, having the benefit of a front aspect outlook.

Externally, there is a lovely seating area under the cloister to the front, from where the gardens can be enjoyed during all weathers. This property also has use of a small patio area to the rear of the house, accessed from the dining area, which overlooks the side gardens, and offers a further space to enjoy the evening sunshine.

As well as two parking spaces located directly in front of the house, the home also has a single garage, within a block to the rear of the development, having space for roof storage and a parking space in front.

The occupants of this home are able to enjoy the full two acres of communal gardens and to participate with the gardening if desired. The service charge includes maintenance of the external parts of the building, as well as the building insurance and the upkeep of the gardens. Every property owner is a member of the Home Park (Preston) Residents' Association (three of which are Directors, managing the development on behalf of all the residents).

Originally built by the Preston Trust Homes, the building was designed to be used as almshouses, from monies bequeathed by Lady Catherine Herbert on land which her brother, Lord Torrington, donated. These almshouses were originally built for retired ladies, who resided in apartments in the west side of the building, but later on, girls between the ages of ten and sixteen were welcomed to live in the east side, where they were schooled and taught domestic skills. The central Hall, joining the two main wings, is a most impressive part of the building and was originally intended as a school room and chapel.
In the early 2000's, Shropshire Homes sympathetically developed this estate, transforming the main almshouse quadrangle into four luxury houses and six apartments. As well as this conversion, there are nine further buildings on the estate, some conversion of original buildings (such as The Bothy), with the remainder being new build properties, designed in keeping with the original architecture. 

LOCATION Situated in the heart of the rural Village of Preston upon the Weald Moors, close to the Church, and extremely convenient for the highly regarded Primary School. Secondary education facilities can be found in the Market Towns of Wellington and Newport (approx. 4 miles distant) which each also offer a range of shops, supermarkets, library and a leisure centre. Bus and Railway Stations are available in Wellington. The M54 is approximately 6.5 miles distant, providing excellent commuting access to the M6 and west midlands. 

LOUNGE 18' 10" x 15' 3" max (12'4" min) (5.74m x 4.65m)  

KITCHEN / DINER:  

KITCHEN AREA 15' 1" max (13'1" min) x 12' 5" (4.6m x 3.78m)  

DINING AREA 13' 0" x 7' 2" (3.96m x 2.18m)  

STUDY 10' 6" max (5'10" min) x 8' 1" (3.2m x 2.46m)  

CLOAKS/WC 7' 10" x 7' 4" max (4'8" min) (2.39m x 2.24m)  

LAUNDRY 5' 1" x 3' 8" (1.55m x 1.12m)  

BEDROOM ONE 18' 10" x 15' 3" max (12'11" min) (5.74m x 4.65m)  

BATHROOM 8' 9" x 7' 5" max (5'7" min) (2.67m x 2.26m)  

GUEST BEDROOM 17' 7" max (12'6" min) x 12' 11" max (7'6" min)(5.36m x 3.94m)  

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM 7' 3" x 6' 6" (2.21m x 1.98m)  

BEDROOM THREE 10' 4" max (5'0" min) x 12' 10" (3.15m x 3.91m)  

STORE ROOM 6' 2" x 3' 7" (1.88m x 1.09m)  

AGENTS' NOTES TENURE
We are advised that the property is Freehold and this will be confirmed by the Vendor's Solicitor during pre-contract enquiries. Vacant possession upon completion. PLEASE NOTE that every property owner is a member of the Home Park (Preston) Residents' Association (three of which are Directors, managing the development on behalf of the residents), for which biannual fee of approximately £1,850 is payable (in January and July). This fee includes Listed Buildings insurance cover, external decoration renewal (when necessary) as well as grounds maintenance and lighting etc

SERVICES
We are advised that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are available. The property is heated by a gas central heating system. Barbers have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings etc. or services to this property, so cannot confirm that they are in working order or fit for purpose. A buyer is recommended to obtain confirmation from their Surveyor or Solicitor. For broadband and mobile supply and coverage buyers are advised to visit the Ofcom mobile and broadband checker website.

DIRECTIONS
From Apley roundabout take the exit onto Grainger Drive, at the roundabout take the 1st exit onto Leegate Avenue, at Leegomery roundabout take the 2nd exit and proceed along the road for approximately 2 miles. At The Queens public house bear left and at the crossroads turn left towards Preston on the Weald Moors. Driving into the Village, take the first left turn, driving past the Home Farm estate on your right hand side. Take the next right hand turn, driving between the gatehouse properties taking the private driveway towards the main property, where number three is the curved wing on the left hand side.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Telford & Wrekin Council, Southwater Square, St. Quentin Gate, Telford, TF3 4EJ. Council Tax Band E (currently £2,355.18 for the year 2024/2025)

VIEWING AND ADVICE
Via our Agents' Wellington Office: or Email:

METHOD OF SALE
For sale by Private Treaty.

AML REGULATIONS
We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT) per buyer, which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable.