130-year-old Greenfield station house to be demolished for modern home with pool
A 130-year-old station house in Greenfield is set to be demolished to make way for a modern family home with a swimming pool. The property, built around 1886 on the former Micklehurst Loop railway line, has been a dwelling since the railway closed in 1965.
The current owners, Paul and Natalie Bamber, have received planning permission to replace the historic building with a two-storey contemporary home. The new design will incorporate reclaimed stonework but won't replicate the original structure.
The application faced only one objection, which argued the property is structurally sound and should be preserved as a heritage asset. The Greater Manchester Ecology Unit found no significant conservation concerns despite the site's proximity to a conservation area.
The plans were initially approved for four homes before being revised for a single larger family home. The development will include extensive parking and turning areas at the front of the property.
At a Glance
| What | 130-year-old station house in Greenfield to be demolished for modern home with pool |
|---|---|
| Who | Paul and Natalie Bamber (applicants), Mark Jones Planning Consultancy |
| Where | Just off Station Lane, Greenfield, Saddleworth |
| When | Built circa 1886, railway closed 1965, planning approved April 2026 |
| Why it matters | Loss of historic building in conservation area, replacement with contemporary design |
| What's next | Construction to proceed subject to legal agreement and planning conditions |
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