Westmoreland House

[2] Following the closure of the Spastics League Club, Westmorland House became increasingly derelict and a popular place for graffiti artists to display artwork.

[4] The premises was bought by Comer Homes for redevelopment in 1989, but plans stalled after they were unable to agree with the city council on how to proceed.

[6] In 2014, the Mayor of Bristol announced Westmorland House would be demolished, while the neighbouring Carriage Works would be spared and turned into flats as it is a Grade II* listed building.

Local residents, who enjoy the diversity and anticommercial nature of Stokes Croft were unimpressed with the plans and hoped something more inspiring could be designed.

Campaign material against the redevelopment was posted to the front of Westmorland House, including a hand-painted sign on the former main entrance that reads "No to luxury flats – yes to affordable homes"[4] Demolition of Westmorland House was scheduled to begin in July 2018, but delayed owing to the discovery of asbestos.

Westmorland House in 2006, with the Carriage Works next door to the right.
Site of Westmorland House in 2020, with the facade of the demolished Carriage Works , next door, held in place by scaffolding.