The Gibraltar Heritage Trust has welcomed the publication of the Government’s Expression of Interest for the restoration and repurposing of The Mount.

A statement from the Gibraltar Heritage Trust follows below:

The Gibraltar Heritage Trust (GHT) welcomes the publication of the Government’s Expression of Interest for the restoration and repurposing of The Mount, representing the next phase in the recovery of this important historic estate.

Following the Trustees’ visit to the site in October 2025, support for a managed and phased programme of conservation was reiterated, the release of this Expression of Interest signals growing momentum towards securing a sustainable long-term future for one of Gibraltar’s most significant heritage assets. 

The Trust has consistently maintained that The Mount requires a viable use to safeguard its architectural character and historic landscape. The proposed focus on the full and sensitive restoration of the Main Residence, alongside consultation with heritage and environmental authorities, reflects an encouraging commitment to conservation-led regeneration. 

While recent works across parts of the estate have demonstrated the value of careful stewardship, the Main Residence remains in urgent need of attention. Advancing a scheme that secures its recovery is therefore both necessary and welcome.

The Trust recognises that identifying an appropriate long-term use, including hospitality where sensitively delivered, andplay an important role in ensuring the building’s preservation. However, heritage value must remain the generating principle behind any proposals brought forward.

As proposals evolve, the Gibraltar Heritage Trust looks forward to engaging constructively with Government and prospective applicants to help ensure that The Mount is restored with the sensitivity and sustainability that this landmark site deserves.