Surrey-based investment firm, Henley is planning to transform a former Cambridge police station into a 57-bed boutique hotel and tea room.
The plans for Hobson House, which was built in 190, would see the exterior facade retained, as well as the ornate staircase and entrance hall, and stained-glass windows. The scheme would also open up other areas to the public, including the former drill yard, which would become a tea room.
Nassar Khalil, director of hotels and leisure at Henley, said, “Hobson House is a real architectural jewel in the crown of Cambridge city centre. Hidden gems like the ornate entrance hall and staircase, the drill yard and stained-glass windows have effectively been hidden from the public through its use as a police and fire station, and latterly offices.
“Through our plans to transform it to a boutique luxury hotel and tea room, we are delighted to ensure the key original features of the building will be restored, preserved and finally opened up to the public.”