Ed Sheeran granted permission to convert Suffolk barns to music archive

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 16:35 · Archive

Ed Sheeran has been granted permission by Mid Suffolk District Council to turn six derelict barns on his Grade II-listed farm into a music archive.

Ed Sheeran has been granted permission by Mid Suffolk District Council to convert six derelict barns on his Grade II-listed farm in Suffolk into a music archive. The barns, which are part of his existing estate, will serve as storage space as part of a wider project to create a recording complex.

Sheeran has promised to repair and restore the 19th-century outbuildings by adding windows, doors and staircases whilst preserving their original character. He originally considered linking the barns directly to the main farmhouse but dropped those plans after taking pre-planning advice.

According to planning documents, the proposed use is for 'storage/archive space for the owner/family only' with no additional vehicles, lighting or equipment to be installed. The planning officer's report noted that the scheme represents 'the sensitive restoration and continued ancillary use of an established group of buildings'. Ecologists supported the project, citing low flood risk and a positive impact on the historic farm.

The scheme has been compared to Abbey Road studio in London, where The Beatles recorded much of their output.

How it is being reported

• Ed Sheeran gets permission to turn six listed Suffolk barns into music archiveEd Sheeran has been granted permission to turn six derelict barns in Suffolk into a music archive.Ipswich Star · 29 Oct, 16:00
• Ed Sheeran gets permission to turn six listed Suffolk barns into music archiveEd Sheeran has been granted permission to turn six derelict barns in Suffolk into a music archive.East Anglian Daily Times · 29 Oct, 16:00

In this story: Ed Sheeran · Mid Suffolk District Council · Suffolk · Abbey Road · The Beatles

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