GSSArchitecture are delighted to share that planning permission has now been granted for the significant renovation of The Glenridding Hotel, near Ullswater, following the application submission by IC Planning in July. The hotel was acquired by The Inn Collection Group in 2022, who are investing heavily in the upgrade of this prominent site to add to their expanding portfolio.

Working as Architects and Principal Designers on the scheme, we are leading the renovation and redevelopment plans that look to maximise the opportunities presented from this location, including the introduction of a new canopied entrance which will provide guests and visitors with an accessible, covered entry and improved wayfinding on arrival. The external facades will undergo comprehensive refurbishment, including sympathetic window replacement, roof replacements and new signage to improve the overall appearance and experience for guests of the hotel.

The Glennridding Hotel sits within the English Lake District World Heritage Site, and with parts of building dating back to the 1860s, the works have been carefully designed to sensitively upgrade and improve the hotel, providing this historic building with a sustainable long-term future. As well as alterations to the existing bedrooms, the existing spa area will be removed to create additional bedspaces. Upgrades to the hotel’s hospitality services will further improve the hotel’s offering for guests and visitors alike.

The planning application has been developed through close collaboration with The Inn Collection Group and the full design team, including Method BC, IC Planning, BXB Interior Design, ECS Consultants, Jasper Kerr, and Sweco Building Control.

Simon Rennison-Rae, Partner at GSSArchitecture said, “We are thrilled that the works at Glenridding have been granted planning permission, which is a great result for the local area and The Inn Collection’s continued investment in the region. The historic hotel is in need of some careful renovations that GSS are excited to bring back to life. The Inn Collection Group are a great client to work with and we are excited to see this project progress on site in the new year!”

This scheme is one of seven that we are currently working on for The Inn Collection Group, including The Wateredge Inn, The Waterhead Inn and Angel Inn, where works have recently started on site. Further afield, we are also working as Architects on The Tynemouth Castle Inn project, which will see the redevelopment and upgrades of the former Park Hotel in Tynemouth.