03/09/2026
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Following questions and some speculation locally regarding the former Belfast Bible College site on Glenburn Road South, we recently contacted the Conway Group, who purchased the site, to seek clarity around its current use and any potential future plans.
Our Secretary, Matthew Shanks, spoke with Director Kevin McGurgan, who was helpful in providing reassurance and clarification around a number of the issues that have been raised locally.
Kevin confirmed that the property was acquired as part of an ongoing expansion of the Groupโs healthcare operation and, pending further improvement works, is currently being used as ancillary facilities for the Groupโs care homes. This explains why some residents have seen people moving to and from the site in recent months.
We believe some of the recent speculation may be centred around the site being described as a โhostelโ on Google Maps. We understand that this is not a new description and appears to have been associated with the site for some time. We hope the clarification provided by the Conway Group regarding its current use helps to address any misunderstanding or speculation arising from this.
The increased security and fencing around the perimeter were also discussed. We were advised that this was installed following break-ins at the site and is intended to keep the property and those using it secure.
The Conway Group, one of Northern Irelandโs leading care home providers, is currently working on plans to convert the site and repurpose the existing buildings into a leading care home facility, with an associated investment upwards of ยฃ25 million.
It is also welcome that, following its purchase by the Conway Group, the site is being maintained and looked after, including the listed building within the grounds, which has been a longstanding feature of the area.
Kevin assured us that the Conway Group wants to establish and maintain a positive relationship with the local community. As Dunmurryโs longstanding community association, we look forward to building on this engagement and maintaining an open line of communication as the future of the site progresses. This will include sharing any associated plans with the Association and the wider Dunmurry community.
We hope this update helps to address some of the speculation locally and provides residents with a clearer understanding of the siteโs current use.
