A restaurant in Yorkshire has applied for planning permission to install a traditional conservatory.
The Northern Echo revealed that Middleton Lodge in North Yorkshire wants to replace its courtyard canopy.
However, it insists this will not impact the function of the main courtyard canopy, but will improve dining facilities and make the listed building more attractive to patrons.
The planning application specifies there will be four access doors that connect the orangery with The Coach House, as well as an area for sitting and dining.
The restaurant, which is situated on Kneeton Lane in Middleton Tyas, says the glass lightwells would allow natural light to flood the dining area.
According to the news provider, the door void on the south-east would not be filled.
The Georgian country estate is described as a “lovingly restored Yorkshire retreat rooted in history”, which offers dining and sleeping facilities, as well as being available to book for events, corporate functions and weddings.
It also plans to open a spa, offering packages and treatments for guests.
Situated near Richmond, Middleton Lodge is set on 200 acres, and has been transformed by the Allison family over the last 16 years. Applying for planning permission for a conservatory is just one of the upgrades they have sought since they bought the estate.
They have also revamped the walled gardens, and upgraded the farmhouse and outbuildings into self-catered cottages and treatment rooms, as well as its 30-bedroom hotel and two restaurants.