Why is the demolition of Jimmy Savile's former cottage in Glen Coe delayed?

The demolition is delayed because necessary building warrants and other approvals have not been fully issued, due to the challenging nature of the site including its topography, access, and technical requirements.

What will happen to the site of Jimmy Savile's former cottage?

The site of Allt-na-Reigh cottage will be redeveloped into a family home, with the outbuildings honoring its previous owner, Dr. Hamish MacInnes.

Who is Dr. Hamish MacInnes and why is he being honored?

Dr. Hamish MacInnes was a celebrated Scottish climber and inventor who previously owned the cottage. He invented ice axes and a stretcher used by mountain rescue teams globally.

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Savile Cottage Demolition Faces Delays

11 Feb

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Summary

Demolition of Jimmy Savile's former cottage in Glen Coe is behind schedule.
Owner cites complex approval processes and site challenges for delays.
The site will be redeveloped as a family home honoring Dr. Hamish MacInnes.

Demolition work at Jimmy Savile's former cottage in Glen Coe is progressing slower than expected, according to the site's owners. The property, Allt-na-Reigh, owned by Savile from 1998 to 2011, has suffered vandalism and fire damage since details of his abuse emerged.

Scottish entrepreneur Harris Aslam's spokesperson stated that demolition and redevelopment cannot fully commence until a building warrant and other necessary approvals are issued. These have been delayed by the site's challenging topography, access issues, and technical building requirements.

Highland councillors approved demolition plans in June 2024, with initial work starting in March last year. The site is slated for redevelopment as a family home, which will also honor Dr. Hamish MacInnes, a celebrated Scottish climber and inventor who previously owned the cottage.