Holiday Inn Ellesmere Port, Development of a Grade II Listed Building

EP Consulting managed the £4.2 million development of a new Holiday Inn Hotel in Ellesmere Port. This project includes a 100-bedroom hotel and leisure complex within a Grade II listed building. Completed in 54 weeks, it combines modern amenities with historic charm, catering to leisure and business travellers.

Scope of Work

Our team provided comprehensive feasibility studies, budget costing, and mechanical and electrical design services. The project involved designing and installing state-of-the-art HVAC systems, electrical infrastructure, and advanced pool filtration systems. We produced a thermal model for the building to ensure optimal energy efficiency, created a BRUKL report and ensured compliance with Part L2 Building Regulations. Additionally, renewable energy solutions were integrated to reduce the facility’s carbon footprint.

Challenges and Solutions

Designing modern amenities within the constraints of a Grade II listed building presented significant challenges. EP Consulting addressed these by developing innovative solutions that preserved the building's historic character while meeting contemporary standards. We tailored mechanical systems to fit the building’s structural limitations and achieved seamless integration of intensive plant requirements, such as air handling and pool filtration systems, through precise coordination and advanced engineering techniques.

Results and Impact

The newly completed Holiday Inn Hotel offers luxurious accommodations and a leisure complex that blends contemporary standards with historical significance. EP Consulting’s commitment to sustainable design has improved energy efficiency, reduced operational costs, and enhanced guest experiences. This project demonstrates our ability to deliver high-quality developments that balance modern functionality with historic preservation, establishing the hotel as a premier destination in Ellesmere Port.