Mosborough Hall

Set within the heart of Mosborough, this Grade II listed building sits in an area of special character just off the High Street. Originally part of a broader estate including a farm and several cottages, Mosborough Hall is framed by mature native trees, manicured lawns, and original high stone boundary walls.

Over the 20th century, a series of unsympathetic extensions and additions had disrupted the Hall’s architectural integrity, creating a disjointed experience and an incoherent entrance sequence. Bond Bryan was appointed to reimagine and reintegrate these elements — balancing heritage with modern hospitality requirements.

Our design response placed value on both preservation and progression — restoring historic charm while improving functionality. Central to the proposal was the creation of a new fully glazed entrance foyer and bar area, offering a striking yet sensitive intervention that complements the Hall’s historic fabric. A new staircase core and modern bedroom wing were also introduced, alongside the careful refurbishment of existing bedrooms and essential back-of-house areas.

The introduction of these modern elements respects the Hall’s historic context while greatly improving the flow, accessibility and operational efficiency of the building.

The redesigned arrival experience re-establishes a sense of ceremony and coherence, welcoming visitors with clarity and comfort. Internally, the contemporary entrance foyer and bar form a light-filled, inviting social space — a subtle contrast to the weight and texture of the original stone structure.

Externally, the architecture carefully negotiates the historic setting: glazed curtain walling, capped with timber detailing, sits lightly on a stone plinth, allowing the landscape and listed structure to remain the focal point. Meanwhile, the new bedroom wing is seamlessly integrated, transforming the guest experience and enhancing the venue’s long-term appeal and viability.

In respecting the Hall’s existing character, the scheme embraces principles of sustainable conservation. Where possible, original materials and structures were retained and restored, reducing the need for demolition and limiting waste. New build elements adopt high-performance double glazing and a single ply membrane roof, designed with longevity and thermal efficiency in mind.

By combining adaptive reuse with contemporary low-impact interventions, the project offers a considered and future-facing response to heritage development.