The former Mooseheart hotel in Winscombe has been sold by Weston Hospicecare.
The charity acquired the building (pictured above, courtesy of Weston Mercury) in July 2014 as it planned for future development and expansion.
The following year, hospice leaders conducted a detailed consultation with staff, volunteers and supporters. This research found that the views of the hospice community mirrored the national view that care at home would be more appreciated and helpful than a bigger building with more beds.
There were further concerns that a location outside of Weston could lead to a loss of local support, both financial and those who work as volunteers.
That meant the charity decided against expanding from its base in Uphill’s Thornbury Road, and the Mooseheart building was placed back on the market.
The building’s sale has now been completed, although the buyer has asked for details of the transaction to remain confidential at this time.
Chair of trustees Judi Driscoll said: “We listened to our staff and supporters and have now completed the sale of the old Mooseheart hotel.
“At the request of the purchaser all details of the sale will remain confidential.
“From our Uphill base we will continue to care for terminally ill people in the community, in our Day Hospice, the Well-Being Centre and our 10-bed In-Patient Unit.
“Weston Hospicecare remains a local, unique, charitable organisation which has captured the hearts and minds of many.
“Its closeness to the community is built on trust and a reputation for care, compassion and professional treatment and will continue to do this for many years to come.”
Last year, Weston Hospicecare cared for 137 patients at its In-Patient Unit, and more than 750 in their own homes across Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas.
The charity’s services cost more than £4million a year to run, but only a fifth of that comes from Government funding – the rest is raised through community support.