What has happened to Osbaston House?

What has happened to Osbaston House?

Osbaston House was destroyed in the early hours of August 26, 2008, by a fire set by Christopher Foster. It took 12 fire crews to contain the flames. He then set fire to the house before shooting himself.

Has Osbaston House been rebuilt?

Evil tycoon Christopher Foster’s murder mansion is being rebuilt. A luxury home is being put up on the site of Osbaston House, where debt-ridden Foster killed his family before torching the building and committing suicide.

Where did Christopher Foster live?

The estate, in Maesbrook, Shrops, was where evil tycoon Christopher Foster shot dead his family before turning the gun on himself. The debt-ridden 50-year-old also killed their four dogs and three horses before setting fire to the £1.2m six-bed home in 2008.

What did Christopher Foster invent?

oil rig insulation
Christopher seized the moment. He invented and patented a new chemical formula for oil rig insulation. “Chris saw this tremendous opportunity. He saw Piper Alpha in flames and considered his opportunity…he put everything into it, he took a risk.

Who was the person who set fire to Osbaston House?

Osbaston House was destroyed in the early hours of August 26, 2008, by a fire set by Christopher Foster. It took 12 fire crews to contain the flames. Foster, 50, who had £4 million debts and faced being declared bankrupt, had shot his wife Jill, 49, and their 15-year-old daughter Kirstie,…

Why did Andrew Foster want to buy Osbaston House?

Andrew Foster, the brother of Christopher, said he hoped that the new owners would allow him to build a memorial on the site for Kirstie. He said earlier this year: “It’s our Ground Zero. I’m still drawn to it, it’s the closest we can get to the family we’ve lost.

What was the verdict of the Osbaston House murder?

Coroner John Ellery recorded a verdict of unlawful killing and said Mr Foster had “quickly and methodically” killed his family. “Mrs Jill Foster and her daughter Miss Kirstie Foster were both shot in the head,” he said.

How big is the grounds of Osbaston House?

The principal house will occupy prominent position set within approximately 16.27 acres of grounds. The formal gardens lead down to a pool set against a woodland backdrop. Beyond the formal grounds are a number of paddocks suitable for grazing. In addition there is an outdoor menage with sand and rubber surface.”