October 9th 2024.
Hannah Ingram-Moore, the daughter of Captain Tom Moore, has decided to put their family home up for sale. This beautiful property, located in Bedfordshire, has a listing price of £2.25 million. However, they have recently made the decision to keep the listing private in order to avoid unwanted attention from the public.
Back in April, Hannah and her husband Colin made the difficult decision to sell their home after being forced to demolish a spa block that was built on their property without proper authorization. The listing was initially made public on the real estate agent's website, giving potential buyers a glimpse at the stunning home and the iconic Captain Tom statue that stands proudly in the hallway. The listing also showcased the expansive garden where her father completed 100 laps to raise money for the NHS during the pandemic.
However, after growing tired of people coming to see the remains of the £200,000 spa block, the decision was made to make the listing private. This means that the property's name and address will not be visible on any online portals, social media, or other forms of advertising. According to the agents at Fine & Country, this is referred to as an "off-market" or "discreet" property listing.
The spa block, which held special memories for the family, was unfortunately demolished. Before its removal, a statement from the owners on Rightmove shared the story of Captain Tom's incredible fundraising efforts in the garden during the pandemic. The brochure for the property also mentions that it is owned by the family of Captain Sir Tom Moore, who spent his final years there raising money for the NHS.
Ms. Ingram-Moore had initially received permission to build a Captain Tom Foundation building in their garden for storing cards and gifts from well-wishers. However, when she decided to add a sauna, pool, spa, and other amenities, she failed to seek additional permission. The council deemed this to be a violation and ordered the building to be demolished. The family lost their appeal to save the spa complex in October and failed to launch a second appeal within the given time frame.
In a recent interview with Piers Morgan, Ms. Ingram-Moore admitted that it was a mistake to file the planning application under the Captain Tom Foundation. She clarified that the building was only meant to bear her father's name, and was not intended as a personal luxury. She explained that the paperwork was filed after her father's passing as a way to honor his legacy and because it was a kind gesture.
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