WhatHouse? 2025 Housebuilder Of The Year, Weston Homes has launched The Head Quarters, a £12.9 million (GDV) boutique development of 34 meticulously converted apartments and houses set within the historic Wellesley Estate, Aldershot. Comprising an exquisite collection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments and three and four-bedroom houses, the Grade II Listed landmark has been carefully restored to blend distinguished Victorian architecture with contemporary design, with prices from £270,000.
Completed in 1895 as part of the grand redevelopment of Aldershot Camp under the Barracks Act of 1890, The Head Quarters was constructed by Martin Wells & Co. to the design of Royal Engineers surveyor Thomas Jerome. The foundation stone was laid by The Duke of Connaught, marking its importance within what became the first purpose-built military town in Britain.
The distinctive ‘C’-shaped red brick building, centered around a private landscaped courtyard, has been transformed to provide 24 bespoke apartments, alongside four additional apartments within the adjacent former Post Office building and six characterful three- and four-bedroom houses situated in the historic Military Police Barracks. Throughout the development, original architectural features from soaring high ceilings and grand façades, to newly installed sash windows in the original period style, have been sensitively preserved, marrying Victorian craftsmanship for a new generation. To showcase the lifestyle on offer, a new two-bedroom, two-bathroom show apartment has been unveiled, with elegant interior design, highlighting the lofty ceilings and grand proportions of the homes. The designs embrace organic shapes, with a colour palette of warm neutrals accented by navy and burnt orange, finished with brass details. The kitchen has shaker-style light grey cabinetry, with a large island ideal for entertaining, while the living room provides a calm, cosy space with on-trend panelling, abstract artwork and marble-effect TV stand. To complete the home, the bathrooms offer spa-like zen with a freestanding bathtub and separate walk-in shower to one and a hotel-style rainfall shower to the other.
The launch of The Head Quarters builds upon Weston Homes’ proven expertise in heritage restoration at their nearby Gun Hill Park development, where the iconic Cambridge Military Hospital, built between 1875–79, has been transformed into a thriving community. The landmark neo-classical building, complete with its restored clock tower and Bath stone detailing, now stands as a benchmark for sensitive historic regeneration, with all homes now sold. Together, these two buildings represent Weston Homes’ commitment to protecting and preserving Aldershot’s architectural legacy while creating vibrant new communities for modern living
Homes at The Head Quarters benefit from Weston Homes’ fully inclusive premium specification, allowing buyers to start enjoying their new lifestyle from the day they move in. A wide range of designer options is included within the purchase price (subject to the stage of construction). Contemporary linear kitchens by Oakwood Kitchens feature a choice of quartz stone worktops and splashbacks, a full suite of integrated appliances including an electric fan oven, black glass hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher, as well as a stainless steel extractor, LED under-unit lighting and the added luxury of a Fascino instant boiling and chilled water tap with integrated soap dispenser.
The luxurious bathrooms and en suites at The Head Quarters are impressive, featuring bespoke vanity units with extensive storage, digitally controlled Fascino Smart taps, showers and bathtubs, RAK Ceramics Hygiene+ rimless WCs, quartz vanity tops, Smart mirrors with LED lighting and de-mist features, heated chrome towel rails and a choice of porcelain wall and floor tiles. Generous finishes include strip wood-effect flooring, fitted wardrobes to principal bedrooms, USB double sockets, gas-fired central heating, smoke and CO₂ detectors and audio/visual entry systems to apartments.
Sustainability is also at the forefront, with 100% low-energy LED lighting, insulated wall and roof systems and dedicated parking with an electric vehicle charging point to every home. Superfast Hyperoptic full-fibre broadband is also included (subject to contract and connection). All homes have a 10-year new homes warranty which includes a two-year warranty from Weston Homes, offering complete peace of mind.
The development sits within beautifully landscaped surroundings, with a central communal courtyard, while The Barracks houses benefit from private gardens. Nestled in north-east Hampshire on the fringes of the Surrey Hills, The Head Quarters enjoys a prime position within the Wellesley Estate, adjacent to Parade Park and just moments from Wellesley Woodlands, over 100 hectares of woodland walks, lakes and open green space.
Residents are within walking distance of Aldershot town centre, offering a cinema, leisure centre, theatres, supermarkets, independent shops, cafés and restaurants. Aldershot train station is approximately 1.1 miles away, with direct services to London Waterloo in around 46 minutes, making this an ideal location for commuters. The area is also well served by highly regarded schools, including Cambridge Primary School (rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted) and several ‘Outstanding’-rated primary schools nearby, as well as Farnborough Sixth Form College and other further education institutions within easy reach.
Weston Homes’ commitment to quality was recognised in 2025 when the company was named Housebuilder of the Year at the prestigious WhatHouse? Awards. The developer was also voted Private Developer of the Year 2025 at the First Time Buyer Readers’ Awards for the fourth consecutive year, reinforcing its dedication to creating homes and communities for tomorrow.
Suzanne Aplin, Group Sales & Marketing Director at Weston Homes, says: “We are thrilled to launch The Head Quarters, a truly exceptional development that celebrates Aldershot’s rich military heritage while delivering the very best in contemporary design and specification. Having successfully restored nearby Gun Hill Park into a thriving community, we are proud to continue that legacy here, bringing new life to another of the town’s most significant historic buildings. With its unique architecture, landscaped setting and unrivalled specification, The Head Quartersoffers buyers a rare opportunity to own a landmark home designed for modern living.”
Prices at The Head Quarters start from £270,000 for a one-bedroom apartment. Three and four-bedroom houses start from £490,000The show home and marketing suite is open 10am–5pm daily. For further information or to book an appointment, contact Weston Homes or visit www.weston-homes.com.