The president of the UK Golf Federation, Ian Bosner, and businessman David Austin, have acquired the historic Patshull Park Estate in Wolverhampton.
Patshull Park is a 214-acre landscape that includes a golf course that closed down in 2020, along with Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown–designed grounds, a Grade II–listed Doric Temple, a redundant hotel, lakes, woodland and parkland.
Bosner, who previously owned and operated the national award-winning 3 Hammers Golf Complex in Wolverhampton, has purchased the venue with renowned rose breeder, David Austin, for an undisclosed sum. The businessmen are pledging to restore the historic site to its former glory and breathe new life into one of the region’s most notable heritage landscapes.
A spokeswoman said they plan to develop Patshull Park into a multi-functional destination for the local community to enjoy.
Ian Bonser said, “Our vision is to honour the past while creating a sustainable future for Patshull Park — one that brings together leisure, heritage, and community in a truly special setting.”
“Patshull Park holds a fascinating history and an abundance of potential,” said David Austin. “We’re proud to be taking on the stewardship of such an important local landmark and are committed to restoring it sensitively for future generations.”
Dating back to before the Norman Conquest, Patshull Park’s history is interwoven with that of the region, with records of a settlement in the Domesday Book.
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