Developer sought for former hospital site

A developer is being sought for a former hospital site which includes a grade II-listed house in Cardiff.Real estate adviser Savills is seeking expressions of interest for the prime residential development opportunity at the old Rockwood Hospital. They are acting on behalf of Cardiff & Vale Health Charity.The hospital site in the Llandaff suburb extends to approximately 10.5 acres and is allocated for around 90 homes in Cardiff’s adopted Local Development Plan.It is being offered for sale as a whole or in separate lots.The sale follows the closure of the main hospital inpatient facilities, in 2020 when services were relocated to University Hospital Llandough.Some services remain, including the Artificial Limb Appliance Services, Electronic Assistive Technology, OT workshops, and the Wales Mobility and Driving Assessment Service which are currently operational on part of the site.The main grade II-listed building extends to 15,950 sq ft and was originally constructed in 1866 as a residence for local shipowner and MP, Colonel Sir Edward Stock Hill.Abbey Bennett, of Savills development team in Cardiff, said: “We are delighted to bring to market this landmark site in one of the most sought-after areas of Cardiff. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced developer to bring forward a part conversion and part new build development that benefits the unique heritage and features of the site whilst supporting and safeguarding the future of the charity.”Cardiff & Vale Health Charity added: “As beneficiaries, the monies from this sale will be used to support patients, staff, visitors and the community.”Savills is inviting expressions of interest by midday on Wednesday 21 February 2024.