RAF Ibsley Watch Office
In Autumn 2021, A&RMÉ were appointed by The Landmark Trust as project architect and lead consultant to progress a feasibility study for the RAF Ibsley Watch Office (Control Tower) rescue and representation project, together with structural engineers, The Morton Partnership and environmental services consultants, EngDesign Ltd. The project proposal is to adapt the existing structure for holiday accommodation for 8 people, whilst recreating – as far as practical - the original character of the building as a WWII Watch Office and air force base.
The derelict Watch Office to the former Ibsley Airfield is situated in on the edge of extensive lakes in close proximity to the New Forest National Park. Its setting is attractive and exceptionally sensitive, located within the Avon Valley SSSI, also a designated Ramsar site.
Client:
The Landmark Trust
https://www.landmarktrust.org.uk/properties/raf-ibsley-watch-office/
Contract:
Project architect and lead consultant since 2021.
Listing: It is not formally listed but it is a unique, highly significant survivor of a 518/40 design.
Current and recent Project list:
Feasibility study.
Conservation Project & Proposal for holiday accommodation for 8 people.