An historic farm in Nottingham is proposing to open its doors as a community hub which will help keep the area’s history alive. Greasley Castle Farm has submitted plans to open a museum dedicated to the history of the site and local area, a tearoom, function room and workshops for local businesses.
The site, between Watnall and Moorgreen, is itself steeped in history, comprising a Grade II listed farmhouse, castle remains and font, all set within a Scheduled Ancient Monument. The plans would see the ground floor of the farmhouse converted into an interactive tearoom which would not only serve local produce but invite young people to learn more about the ‘farm to fork’ concept and develop their skills in baking.
The existing barns would be converted into a museum to display historic information and artefacts about the site and the local area, a function room and four workshops available to small businesses. Visitors would also have access to the grounds of the arable farm which includes almost 1,000 acres of land including fields, woods, and lakes.
