Private Dining & Season Cookery School

17th Century Hotel Extension and Conversion for New Season Cookery School and Private Dining Area

Nestled in the elegant grounds of Lainston House, an exclusive hotel in Hampshire, Rocare was commissioned to deliver a bespoke extension and conversion of a historic 17th‑century wellhouse.

The result: a refined cookery school and private dining suite designed to host intimate events and immersive culinary experiences.

Key Challenges & Requirements

Rocare’s specialist heritage and conservation team led the project from concept through to completion.

• Working within the constraints of a listed historic building, requiring close collaboration with English Heritage.
• Major structural adaptations to preserve the integrity of the original architecture.
• Creating a seamless integration between new build elements and historic fabric.
• Delivering new estate infrastructure while minimising disruption.
• Balancing modern hospitality requirements with conservation best practice.

Why Choose Rocare for Heritage Projects?

At Rocare, our core values of integrity, craftsmanship, and care guide every heritage and conservation project we deliver. From listed buildings to complex restorations, we bring traditional skills and modern expertise to ensure the past is preserved and reimagined with respect, quality, and purpose.

Contact our team of building specialists for your next project.