In 2008, Heritage Works undertook an options appraisal study of The Old Hall.The scope of the study included:
- Assessment of the condition, repair needs and structural integrity of the building.
- Research into the history of the building to assess its historic significance.
- Exploration of end uses through consultation with the local authority, stakeholders and the valuation adviser.
- Development of sketch schemes for potential re-use.
- Identification of costs for the repair of the building and for each of the conversion options, including non-construction costs associated with delivery.
- Preparation of end values for each option, by a local valuation agent.
- Assessment of the conservation deficit of each option.
- Exploration of funding sources.
- Identification of opportunities for community engagement and training projects.
- Collation of all the appraisal information together in a comprehensive report.