Decision Maker: Strategy and Resources Policy Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 13, 2025

Purpose: To provide the Committee with an update on the council’s vision for the property, and to seek approval of the next steps for its future.

Content: The Committee RESOLVED:   1. To note the report and the Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) report on Ashton Court Mansion.   2. To endorse the approach that officers continue discussions with Bristol Historic Buildings Trust on the exclusivity terms set out in the report in relation to the proposed lease and the related full business case (unanimous vote in favour).   3. To note that a further report will be brought back to the committee to provide an update and seek approval to proceed subject to the outcome of the discussions.