Wykeham House, 6 Western Road, Andover, SP10 2JG

The Wykeham Club, formerly known as Wykeham House, is a historic detached Victorian building located close to the centre of Andover. Dating back to around 1900, the property has a rich and varied history. Originally built as a private house it was then converted into a girls school which operated until the mid-1920s.

Following its educational use, the building transitioned into a social venue, becoming the Andover and District Conservative Club by 1937, and later the Wykeham Club. It remained under the same ownership but eventually closed in 2014 due to declining membership and changing community needs.

In recent years, the site has been subject to redevelopment interest. Planning permission was granted in 2019 for partial demolition and conversion of the property into a medical surgery and pharmacy, with part of the site redeveloped as Wykeham Court housing.

The building occupies a prominent position on Western Road, offering approximately 0.45 acres of land, and is well-suited for residential or mixed-use redevelopment. Its proximity to Andover town centre, transport links, and local amenities enhances its appeal for investors and developers seeking to repurpose a characterful site with deep local heritage.

Situated in the heart of north-west Hampshire, Andover is a well-connected and growing town offering a strategic location for care provision and redevelopment opportunities. The town benefits from excellent transport links, with direct rail services to London Waterloo in approximately 70 minutes and easy access to the A303, providing swift connections to the M3, M4, and nearby towns including Winchester, Salisbury, and Basingstoke.

Andover is part of the scenic Test Valley district, known for its peaceful surroundings and strong community infrastructure. The area supports a range of healthcare services, making it a practical and appealing location for specialist care facilities. Local amenities include shops, parks, and leisure centres, while the nearby countryside offers a tranquil setting ideal for residential care environments.

The town’s demographic profile and expanding residential developments present a strong potential market for care services, whether for refurbishment, repurposing, or new investment in supported living or specialist care provision.

The property is located within close proximity to the town centre for ease of access for potential residents.

Accessed off Osborne Road and via Wykeham Court, there is a parking area for c. six vehicles and rear access to the site. There is also access via Western Road though this is currently blocked. There is a garden to the rear of the property with large trees and shrubs. We are advised that there are some TPOs.

This is an excellent opportunity to create a bespoke care home for specialist use in a setting close to local shops and town centre. Planning permission has been granted for seven units comprising bedrooms with en suite wet room and living rooms. A community hub with separate entrance is also provided, and there could be potential STPP to change this to further accommodation. The site should be of interest to investors, operators and developers of specialist care homes, children's homes and could be suitable for a variety of uses, subject to all necessary permissions.

Planning permission was granted on 25th June 2025 by Test Valley Borough Council under planning application number 24/01715/FULLN.

The approved proposal is for: Change of use of existing building to 7 residential units, two storey side extension and single storey extension to other side, single storey extension to the front of the building to provide a community hub with associated external works. We are advised that the permission is to retain the existing exterior of the current building.

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