Constructed in 1935 as a hotel, replacing an earlier building which stood on the site, it later briefly served as the headquarters of Droitwich Borough Council before being converted to residential and commercial use.

Captain Coningsby Norbury commanded a naval squadron during the Battle of the Windward Passage in October 1760 during the Seven Years' War.

The new building was designed by Stanley Hall, Easton & Robertson in the Art Deco style, built in red brick and was completed in 1935.

[a][7] The guest of honour at the opening ceremony was the noted surgeon, Lord Moynihan who spoke on the suffering caused by rheumatism and the need for the town to participate on research into treatments for the disease.

[c] Features include an elaborate corner entrance from Friar Street and a series of French doors with metal balconies on the upper floors.