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Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

Awaiting decision Conwy 0/53375 Full

Works: Extension

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Proposal

The work included in this application follows on from a previously approved application for works to the Laundry/Wash House and Bothy (ref 0/50849 and 0/50850). The additional works that this application seeks approval for are: - Further repair works and alterations to the Bakehouse and Laundry at Gwrych Castle following on from the application referred to above. - Conversion of the existing Bakehouse into a toilet area with new accessible WC extension in adjacent recess (with associated new drainage routes and above-ground cess tank). - Existing Laundry converted to cafe and first floor Bothy space to be used as staff office. - Installation of 2 no. new pumps on new concrete plinth.

As published by the council, reference 0/53375

Application record

Reference
0/53375
Type
Full
Status
Pending As published: REGISTERED
Received
31 Mar 2026
Validated
30 Apr 2026
Ward
Gele and Llanddulas
Parish
Cyngor Cymuned Llanddulas a Rhyd-y-Foel Community Council
Postcode
LL22 8ET

Site history

Applications at this address on the Conwy register

This site has had 8 applications since 2021: 6 approved, 0 refused.

  • 0/53524 Granted

    Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    Approval of condition no 3 (Written Method Statement) of Listed Building Consent 0/52182 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the Castle Core, which is referred to as Application 01. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of the keep wall and towers, and the southern wall of the kitchen courtyard, where previously collapsed. - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works" .(Listed Building Consent))

    Decided 21 Aug 2026 Conditions
  • 0/53525 Granted

    Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    Approval of condition no 3 (Written Method Statement) of Listed Building Consent 0/52184 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the East Wing and West Wing, which is referred to as Application 02. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works (Listed Building Consent)

    Decided 21 Aug 2026 Conditions
  • 0/53403 Granted

    Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    Approval of condition nos 3 (Materials to be used in the finish of the external finishes) & 5(Biodiversity Enhancements) of planning approval 0/52183 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the East Wing and West Wing, which is referred to as Application 02. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works)

    Decided 1 Jul 2026 Conditions
  • 0/53389 Granted

    Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    Approval of Condition no. 3 (Schedule of External Materials) of Planning Approval 0/52181 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the Castle Core, which is referred to as Application 01. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works)

    Decided 23 Jun 2026 Conditions
  • 0/53376 Awaiting decision

    Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    The work included in this application follows on from a previously approved application for works to the Laundry/Wash House and Bothy (ref 0/50849 and 0/50850). The additional works that this application seeks approval for are: - Further repair works and alterations to the Bakehouse and Laundry at Gwrych Castle following on from the application referred to above. - Conversion of the existing Bakehouse into a toilet area with new accessible WC extension in adjacent recess (with associated new drainage routes and above-ground cess tank). - Existing Laundry converted to cafe and first floor Bothy space to be used as staff office. - Installation of 2 no. new pumps on new concrete plinth (Listed Building Consent)

    Submitted 31 Mar 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
  • 0/50687 Granted

    Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    Variation of condition no 3 of Listed Building Consent 0/49446 (Retention of the temporary roofs which have been installed to the Entrance Hall and Service Wing (use as temporary shop). Temporary retention of stage-set items (for 12 months) as part of visitor interpretation. Installation of new iron handrail to gardens (essential for site safety), conservation of dining room window including temporary glazing, provision of new distribution boards/electrical supplies from existing cabinet (Listed Building Consent) to allow for extension of the set piece retention for a further 12 months

    Decided 30 May 2023 Full applications
  • 0/48443 Granted

    Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    Retention of the temporary roofs which have been installed to the Dining Room and Coach House and Blacksmith's Shop, the reinstatement of a roof to the Dairy, provision of new security fencing (to replace earlier versions) and various other minor associated works. Provision of a new electrical supply cabinet.

    Decided 4 Feb 2022 Heritage and listed buildings

Timeline

Dates from the published record

  1. 31 Mar 2026

    Received by Conwy

  2. 30 Apr 2026

    Validated

    Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

  3. 7 Aug 2026

    Added to PlanIndex

  4. Decision

    Awaiting decision

    Decision expected by 25 June 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

    Conwy took a median of 73 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

Documents

Plans, drawings, consultee responses and the officer's report

40 documents on file for this application

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What happens while it is decided

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Nearby applications

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  • Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    0/53403 Submitted 6 May 2026 50 yards away

    Approval of condition nos 3 (Materials to be used in the finish of the external finishes) & 5(Biodiversity Enhancements) of planning approval 0/52183 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the East Wing and West Wing, which is referred to as Application 02. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works)

    Granted Conditions Roofing Windows or glazing 13 docs
  • Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    0/53389 Submitted 29 Apr 2026 50 yards away

    Approval of Condition no. 3 (Schedule of External Materials) of Planning Approval 0/52181 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the Castle Core, which is referred to as Application 01. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works)

    Granted Conditions Roofing Windows or glazing 10 docs
  • Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    0/53376 Submitted 31 Mar 2026 50 yards away

    94% historically approved · decision due ~25 Jun

    The work included in this application follows on from a previously approved application for works to the Laundry/Wash House and Bothy (ref 0/50849 and 0/50850). The additional works that this application seeks approval for are: - Further repair works and alterations to the Bakehouse and Laundry at Gwrych Castle following on from the application referred to above. - Conversion of the existing Bakehouse into a toilet area with new accessible WC extension in adjacent recess (with associated new drainage routes and above-ground cess tank). - Existing Laundry converted to cafe and first floor Bothy space to be used as staff office. - Installation of 2 no. new pumps on new concrete plinth (Listed Building Consent)

    Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings Extension 38 docs
  • Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    0/53524 Submitted 3 Jul 2026 50 yards away

    Approval of condition no 3 (Written Method Statement) of Listed Building Consent 0/52182 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the Castle Core, which is referred to as Application 01. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of the keep wall and towers, and the southern wall of the kitchen courtyard, where previously collapsed. - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works" .(Listed Building Consent))

    Granted Conditions Roofing Windows or glazing 10 docs
  • Gwrych Castle Llanddulas Road Abergele LL22 8ET

    0/53525 Submitted 3 Jul 2026 50 yards away

    Approval of condition no 3 (Written Method Statement) of Listed Building Consent 0/52184 (The reinstatement of floors and roofs in the East Wing and West Wing, which is referred to as Application 02. The works comprise: - Conservation-led repair works and removal of high-level vegetation - Localised re-pointing in lime mortar, based on recent trials and evidence - New roof structure, combining a mix of traditional and contemporary structural elements, including integration of insulation - Reinstatement of roof finishes. Gutters are increased in capacity to reflect current rainfall and storm events. - New rainwater goods. These will involve a combination of lead chutes/overflows (through parapets), cast iron hoppers and downpipes - Conservation of the remaining floors and reinstatement of floors where missing - Recording and retention of remaining plasterwork and joinery elements, and consequently holding/conservation works where required - New below ground drainage connections (as indicated on drainage plan) - Holding/conservation works to the existing window frames and temporary glazing to windows, with some localised reinstatement - No foul drainage is proposed as part of these works (Listed Building Consent)

    Granted Conditions Roofing Windows or glazing 10 docs

In Conwy

  • 0/53489 Granted

    Bryn Hafod Llethr Gwytherin Abergele LL22 8YF

    This is the resubmission of 0/52999 - Refurbishment of 3 adjoining derelict barns and conversion to ancillary family accommodation; partial demolition and rebuild of one barn on advice of structural engineer; raising a roof by 800mm to accommodate 1st floor; repointing and repair of original stonework; addition of new windows and skylights; upgrading 2 roofs finishes to slate.

    Received 2 Jun, published by the council 7 Aug 2026 Full applications
  • 0/53636 Granted

    61 B Conway Road Colwyn Bay LL29 7LG

    Variation of Condition no.2 of Planning Approval 0/52534 (PROPOSED CONVERSION OF EXISTING GARAGE/OFFICE SPACE TO ANNEX AND PROPOSAL OF A SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION) to allow for changes to approved plans.

    Received 19 Aug, published by the council 6 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 0/53572 Granted

    Neuadd Y Plwyf Llanefydd Llanefydd Conwy LL16 5EA

    Installation of a shipping container for storing equipment from the village hall

    Received 11 Jun, published by the council 14 Aug 2026 Full applications
  • 0/53556 Granted

    Sheraton West Parade Llandudno LL30 2BD

    Proposed Extensions & Alterations, and Garage Extension

    Received 11 May, published by the council 7 Aug 2026 Full applications
  • 0/53597 Granted

    Welsh Assembly Government Buildings Sarn Mynach Llandudno Junction LL31 9RZ

    Installation of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) units, including associated enclosure, infrastructure and ancillary works.

    Received 6 Aug, published by the council 25 Aug 2026 Full applications