Finch House has returned to its original grandeur

After a three-year restoration of this iconic 19^th century Grade II-listed building in Salisbury to safeguard its distinctive structural character and to restore as many original features as possible, Finch House has now been fully returned to its original grandeur.

As part of the restoration project, the interior of Finch House has been transformed into a selection of unique homes, and these now provide homeowners with two studio, eleven one-bedroom and eight two-bedroom apartments, each of which has its own completely ‘unique’ blend of luxury and affordability.

The newly restored building marks the completion of the final redevelopment phase of the wider 5.5 acre Old Manor Hospital site. Finch House is one of the purpose built community of exclusive houses, apartments and cottages situated within the grounds of the original Finch House, now aptly named Chapters, with Finch House’s historic grandeur identifying it as the landmark building within the redevelopment.

In appreciation of Salisbury’s military connections and the veteran community at Chapters, affordable retirement living brand Platinum Skies has partnered with Help for Heroes to raise funds and awareness for the armed forces charity, which assists veterans and their families by providing life-changing support.

Platinum Skies has pledged to donate over £10,000 to the charity from the sales of Finch House retirement living apartments.

Mark Edwards, CEO of Platinum Skies, said, “It’s been a privilege to restore this iconic building and preserve the site’s heritage. In keeping with the uniqueness of the architecture, each apartment is completely exclusive to suit the individual’s lifestyle. Homeowners will own their own exceptional piece of history within a vibrant community full of social and cultural opportunities.”

Mark also added that “Platinum Skies are extremely proud to be a community partner with Help for Heroes, as Platinum Skies’ ethos is also based around supporting individuals to thrive during their retirement in an environment where they can live life to the fullest.”

The launch was celebrated on 15^th May by a gathering of military Veterans from the community at Chapters, Spencer Mulholland from Fisherton Historian Society, and special guest Dolly O’Connor, now 95 years old, who worked at Old Manor Hospital when she was 18.

John Carpenter, Community Fundraising Manager for Help for Heroes, and Veteran Megan Lloyd (with army veteran dog Denver!), cut the ribbon with Dolly to mark the launch of the unique apartments at Finch House.

Heather Powell, Help for Heroes’ Head of Communities Events and Trading, said: “Our vital work with veterans – and their families – depends on the generosity of organisations like this and the public at large. As a caring organisation itself, Platinum Skies understands why we do what we do and how we go about it.”