Its owner claimed Oak Alyn Hall was targeted by thieves and arsonists – but the final straw was a “shocking and unexpected” break-in by a ghost hunter. The 20-bed former manor house is listed for auction on April 14-15 with a guide price exceeding £400,000. At the time, local opposition was building against Oak Alyn’s planned conversion to a 28-bed house of multiple occupancy (HMO). View 4 Images The Victorian manor house is again being offered at auction (Image: Auction House North West (Commercial))‌As opposition grew against Mr Babar’s HMO bid, it emerged private sector contractor Clearsprings was bidding to house migrants at the property. He said the company never offered to buy Oak Alyn Hall and “nothing was on the table”.

Source: Daily Mirror March 06, 2026 11:25 UTC