Entrepreneur’s club bid one of ‘multiple offers’

THE owner of an historic events and conference venue in Bristol that was put up for sale earlier this year says it has received “multiple credible offers” for the site.

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The Leigh Court estate in Abbots Leigh near Bristol

(Johnny Palmer/Autonomous Investments)

Chamber of commerce Business West announced that Leigh Court - a stately home at the western edge of Leigh Woods - had been put on the market in March.

‘The grade Il-listed venue has been the setting for major television shows, including Bridgerton and Doctor Who, and is set in 22 acres of parkland and woodlands.

It is understood that Bristol businessman Jonny Palmer, who owns part of the estate already, is among those who have made an offer to buy Leigh Court.

He said although his offer had not been formally accepted, his plan would be to turn the site into a members’ club, which would support charities and disadvantaged people alongside commercial activities.