THE birthplace of Wilfred Owen in Oswestry is up for sale for nearly £1 million, estate agents have confirmed.

Plas Wilmot, in Weston Lane, is up for sale with Savills estate agents for £975,000 and will come with a blue plaque marking the war poet’s birth in 1893.

The property dates back to the 1800s with some updates in the 1940s and Savills agent Peter Daborn said that its listing around the 106-year anniversary of his death in 1918 is ‘poignant’.

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He added: “This is an extremely special house and offers a wealth of history.”

Wilfred died a week before the war ended on Armistice Day after being injured the year earlier and his poetry became a symbol of anti-war sentiment. 

Savills added: “Plas Wilmot offers huge potential for the next custodian.

“The house offers a wonderful feel while being the perfect house for entertaining with its splendid formal reception space with direct access onto the gardens and patio.

“The bones of the house have been updated within listed building consent, with only some cosmetic work to be completed.

“The conservatory to the side of the house does require some updating, however it could currently be used within the property as is.

“The house is currently empty but is well maintained with a gardener visiting regularly. The gardens have been beautifully looked after and they offer fabulous colour throughout the spring and summer months.

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“Due to its fabulous location, Plas Wilmot will suit somebody who wishes to be within walking distance of a town, but having privacy as well as a home steeped in history with the option to work from home.

“The outbuildings, although mostly converted, offer huge potential as further annexe accommodation (subject to the necessary planning permission), or as classic car storage and offices.”

Savills added: “The gardens at Plas Wilmot are traditionally beautiful, south facing and mostly situated at the rear of the property.

“Laid to lawn, mature beds planted with a number of specimen plants, lavender and roses are set out within a part walled garden along with a patio area.

“A large, mature Wellingtonia tree stands proud in the centre of the lawn and a wooden, arched door provides access to the front of the property.

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“The gravelled driveway continues into a traditional courtyard which includes the original coach house and stables.

“These have been converted into a double garage with solid oak doors, the original stables to the side are used as storage/potting shed, an archway with double doors leading to the back drive where there is a further log store.

“Within the courtyard is an office with a separate kitchenette and WC. WIFI is attached to this building for home working.”