Kilver Court

Client: Showerings Cider Mill
Location: Shepton Mallet
Status: Phase 1 complete - ongoing
Area: 4,823sqm

The family run brewers Showerings Cider Mill invited NLA to masterplan the multi brand shopping outlet, Kilver Court, with a vision to create a local hub centered on the backdrop of the exquisite historic gardens and setting of the site.

Comprising of eight buildings, the oldest dating back to the 16th Century, was once the birth place of the great great grandfather of the family owners. The remaining buildings were developed in the late 18th Century and used as a silk and lace factory. Towards the rear of the site is the picturesque garden created by Ernest Jardine in the late 19th Century as part of his ‘model factory’ concept which was used for the benefit of his employees.

The challenge to navigate the visitor’s experience and their journey through the numerous buildings and spaces, connecting parts of the site that have been segregated over the years. The café/ resturant and central courtyard create the heart of Kilver with access to the hidden garden, multi purpose ballroom, shops and offices.

Phase 1 was recently been completed with ongoing works to the next stages of the masterplan.