Once hailed as the beacon of hope during the pandemic, Captain Tom Moore inspired millions with his garden walks that raised nearly £39 million for NHS charities.
But in a twist that few saw coming, the shine around his legacy has been dimmed by ongoing controversy surrounding his family—especially his daughter Hannah Ingram-Moore and her husband, Colin.
Now, they’re back in the headlines—this time because their country mansion just won’t sell.
A Price Drop That Keeps Dropping
The couple has been trying to sell their sprawling seven-bedroom estate in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, but it’s been anything but smooth sailing.
Originally listed at a staggering £2.25 million, the property failed to attract buyers.
So, they dropped the price by £250,000 and quietly moved the listing to private in hopes of avoiding more public backlash.
Unfortunately, that strategy didn’t work. Just three months later, they’ve now had to slash another £50,000, bringing the asking price down to £1.95 million.
A source close to the situation summed it up bluntly: “It’s a blow for the family who have been trying to sell the property for months.”
Once a Selling Point, Now Scrubbed Clean
When the house was first listed, the family’s connection to Captain Tom was front and centre.
The hallway even featured a statue of Captain Tom mid-lap—commemorating the very walks that made him a national treasure.
The marketing brochure proudly highlighted how he raised nearly £40 million for NHS charities from that very home.
But as public sentiment soured following the financial controversies, the family pulled the house off the market amid growing criticism.
When it resurfaced in January, there was no mention of Captain Tom—just a quiet new listing that focused only on the home’s renovations and size.
The Spa That Sparked a Scandal
This is just the latest in a series of PR nightmares for the couple.
Back in February, they were ordered to demolish a spa pool block on their property.
Why? Because they used the name of the Captain Tom Foundation in their planning application, giving the impression it was being built for charitable use.
Local authorities approved the plan under that assumption.
But when it became clear the spa was for personal use, the council stepped in. The couple chalked it up to a “mistake” caused by being busy—but the public wasn’t buying it.
Money, Maytrix, and More Questions
Hannah Ingram-Moore has also been under fire for payments made through her family business, Maytrix Group, in connection to appearances she made representing her father’s charity.
Investigations revealed she had attended events and awards ceremonies as the interim CEO of the Captain Tom Foundation, but instead of payments going to the charity, they went to her company.
The BBC reported that she received thousands of pounds through Maytrix for events like the Virgin Media O2 Captain Tom Foundation Connector Awards—despite promotional materials framing her as acting on behalf of the charity.
What the Mansion Has to Offer
Despite the controversy, there’s no denying the home itself is impressive. Sitting on 3.5 acres, the estate features four bathrooms, four reception rooms, and even a standalone Coach House.
The updated listing now highlights the 18 years the couple spent renovating and improving the property—though noticeably missing any reference to Captain Tom.
A Legacy Under Strain
The fall from grace has been painful to watch. Captain Tom became a national symbol of resilience and unity during one of the UK’s darkest moments.
But his family’s alleged misuse of his name and the foundation’s resources has stirred anger and disappointment across the country.
Whether they manage to sell the home or not, the shadow of these scandals is hard to escape.
One thing’s clear—the legacy of Captain Tom deserves better than this ongoing saga.