Five-bed house planned near Stonyhurst and Hurst Green

The applicant, Mr Justin Swingler, of Waddington, wants to build the three-storey property in place of the stone farmhouse on Old Clitheroe Road, between Stonyhurst and Hurst Green.

The site currently occupies a large farmhouse, which is said to still be in good condition and was lived in until recently, and several other buildings, all of which will be demolished under the plans.

All farming activities on the land are understood to have ceased.

An aerial view of the site (Image: PWA Planning)

A planning statement submitted to Ribble Valley Borough Council said: “The proposed dwelling will be broadly located in the same position as the existing dwelling and promotes a traditional design, to prevent any harmful visual impact on the national landscape.

“The ground floor is separated by a corridor leading to a garden room. On the southern side of the corridor, there will be an open-plan kitchen, dining area, and living area, all with views down the valley. On the northern side of the corridor will be a home office, gym, utility room, WC, and cloakroom.

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“The first floor comprises four bedrooms, three of which are ensuites. The largest bedroom is provided with a balcony and dressing area. There is an additional bathroom on the first floor, adjacent to the smallest bedroom.

The current state of one of the farm buildings (Image: PWA Planning)

“The second floor comprises a large bedroom and playroom. The bedroom has an ensuite and dressing area.”

The statement continued saying the walls will be formed from natural stone with aluminium doors and oak frames, while the roof will be natural slate with integrated solar panels.

It said the materials represent a “very traditional design.”

To view the plans in full and to leave a comment, visit the council’s planning website.