Developers must preserve historic farmhouse in Bristol

A 17th-century Grade II-listed farmhouse, White House Farm, is now for sale in a Bristol suburb for £500,000. The property has been derelict for nearly a decade and is surrounded by a new housing development built in 2019. Developers Persimmon Homes bought the site 15 years ago, but strict heritage protection laws prevented any alterations. The farmhouse's unique architectural features and historical significance have kept it intact amid modern construction. The current owner, Merlin Housing Society Limited, is selling the property, which requires careful planning for any renovations. Local residents express curiosity about the farmhouse's history and potential restoration.