Wick House, a massive 43-bedroom mansion in Bristol, is for sale. Auction starts next month, but it needs significant renovations and may affect current residents.
Bristol: Wick House, one of the largest homes in the city, is up for sale. It’s been over 25 years since it was last on the market. This mansion has 43 bedrooms and 25 bathrooms.
The auction is set for next month, with a starting price of £2.75 million. However, buyers should be ready to invest more for renovations. The house needs a lot of work.
Currently, up to 43 people live in Wick House. It serves as a recovery center for those overcoming addiction. A charity called SHARE has run it since 2019.
SHARE took over after the previous charity faced scandals. They renewed their license in November 2023, allowing them to operate until November 2028. But the sale could end the recovery center soon.
The auction will happen online on March 12. The property is being sold with vacant possession, meaning residents must leave in about 17 weeks.
Wick House is a Grade II-listed building, built around 1790. It has served many purposes over the years, including a children’s home and a nursing home.
In the past, the house faced controversy. Local leaders accused the previous charity of mismanagement and housing too many vulnerable people without proper support.
After a series of deaths, local MP Kerry McCarthy raised concerns in parliament. This led to stricter regulations for similar homes in Bristol.
SHARE improved living conditions and focused on addiction recovery. They reduced the number of residents to comply with licensing rules.
Now, Wick House is for sale with potential for various uses. The agents say it could be turned into a nursing home, school, or residential development.
The sale follows the recent sale of the mansion’s grounds, raising concerns among local residents about public access to the woods.
