Sale of former Gretna hotel and restaurant confirmed

A FORMER hotel and restaurant in Gretna has been sold, it was confirmed this week.

Gretna Green Ltd. has completed the sale of the Greens site in Gretna to CPM Joinery and Building Ltd.

The transaction includes the property, which most recently operated as a restaurant before closing in January last year, as well as the surrounding land, and it follows positive discussions about the site’s future role in the town.

“Our aim was to place this well-known local site with a responsible owner who shares our interest in Gretna’s long-term success,” said John Holliday, executive chairman at Gretna Green.

“CPM Joinery and Building Ltd will decide the future use of the site, and we are encouraged by their intent to develop plans that bring practical benefits for residents, visitors and local businesses.”

The site’s profile in Gretna makes it well placed for future use, with options to be evaluated by the new owners.

By transferring ownership to CPM Joinery and Building, Gretna Green is helping enable new ideas and investment, with the shared goal of keeping the location useful beneficial to the local economy.

Chris Muirhead, from CPM Joinery and Building Ltd, said: “We are exploring sensible redevelopment options for the former Greens site with the aim of bringing useful, sustainable facilities to Gretna and creating long-term local value.”

John added: “As a family business rooted here for generations, we care about what happens in Gretna.

“We are grateful to our neighbours, suppliers and customers for their continued support, and we look forward to seeing the site’s next chapter contribute positively to the town.”

A social media post, which can be viewed on the CPM Joinery Facebook page, asked for feedback and suggestions for the site.

Some of the initial ideas include a coffee shop or café space; mini supermarket or convenience store; hair salon/barbers; small gym or fitness space; converting existing rooms into affordable flats for elderly residents or first-time buyers; and developing part of the land for motorhome stopovers.

The sale forms part of Gretna Green Ltd’s strategy to focus on its core hospitality and tourism operations across the Gretna Green estate, while maintaining strong links with the community and supporting local employment.