Almost exactly a year after the London Borough of Hillingdon Planning Committee unanimously refused Lidl’s application to demolish The Orchard and build a supermarket, the retailer is back for another attempt. Lidl’s new public relations representatives contacted the Ruislip Residents’ Association this afternoon to announce that a revised scheme is being prepared. They have requested […]
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Planning Application Approved for Rear and Roof Extensions at 149 Herlwyn Avenue
Hillingdon Council granted planning permission for the householder application at 149 Herlwyn Avenue (Ref: 19188/APP/2026/820) today. The approved retrospective application permits the conversion of the roof from a hip to a gable end, the inclusion of a rear dormer to create habitable roof space, and the erection of a single-storey rear extension. The planning officer’s […]
Public Consultation Now Open: Restoration of The Priory Café Following 2025 Crash
Following the vehicle collision in June 2025, the public consultation is now open regarding the proposed restoration of the Grade II listed building at 1, 1A & 1B High Street. A formal Listed Building Consent application has been submitted to the London Borough of Hillingdon by Crawford and Company, detailing the meticulous plans to repair […]
The Barn Hotel 2026 Redevelopment: Submit Your Questions
The Barn Hotel site is currently the subject of a major planning application to build 71 new homes and restore the historic Grade II listed buildings. A completely redesigned 2026 masterplan has just been submitted – altering building heights, street layouts, and access routes – prompting a new round of public consultation. The developers of […]
The Barn Hotel redevelopment plans will not demolish the listed buildings
Many residents have understandably been concerned by the wording of the latest planning application for the former Barn Hotel site on West End Road, particularly the phrase: “partial demolition of 1no. Grade II Listed Building.” Read on its own, that sounds alarming. However, a review of the revised planning application indicates the proposal does not […]
