The hotel was designated a Grade II* listed building in 1953. The hotel closed in 1998 and its demolition was considered, which generated local opposition. In 2003 the hotel was refurbished as part of a regeneration scheme, reopening in March 2005 with 54 rooms.
The hotel was classified as a Grade II* listed building in 1953. The hotel shut down in 1998, and its demolition was discussed, which sparked local opposition. In 2003 the hotel underwent renovation as part of a revitalization project, reopening in March 2005 with 54 rooms.