THE 15th century home of one of west Wiltshire's most illustrious figures could become youth hostel-style accommodation or a wildlife education centre.
Brook Hall in Heywood, near Westbury, was the birthplace of Baron Robert Willoughby de Broke, a key player in bringing Henry VII to the English throne.
West Wiltshire District Council is charged with preventing it from collapse and could seek a compulsory purchase order. On Wednesday the council's cabinet agreed new planning guidelines, which would enable investors to use Brook Hall for projects including light industry and an agricultural smallholding. Members also endorsed a £16,000 English Heritage grant to investigate the Early Wing's history and condition. Cllr Michael Mounde said the wing was "probably the most important listed building in the south west of England".
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