Preservation

Saturday, October 26, 2024 stourhead national trust clocks british summer time wiltshire history preservation horologist heritage conservation

The charming house at Stourhead, a National Trust gem in Wiltshire, is bustling with activity as the historic clocks inside are readied for the end of British Summer Time. Every week, the dedicated National Trust team … Read More

Friday, August 9, 2024 shepton mallet prison cove group tourism heritage preservation future acquisition revitalization history

The future of Shepton Mallet Prison as a tourist attraction has been secured as Cove Group, the soon-to-be new owners, have signed a deal to take over within months. The popular tourist attraction, which has been operated by … Read More

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 vicars’ close wells national lottery heritage preservation conservation funding historic repairs wells cathedral

Vicars’ Close in Wells, Europe’s oldest uniquely residential street, is set to undergo significant preservation efforts thanks to a £4.4 million grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. The funding, announced on … Read More

Tuesday, February 13, 2024 church demolition architecture brutalism housing historical heritage preservation community development

The proposed demolition of the Church of the Good Shepherd, a rare example of 1960s brutalism in the Bath area, has sparked a heated debate among locals in the Northend area of Batheaston, Somerset. With the church no longer … Read More

Saturday, November 25, 2023 yeovil bus depot building demolition historic concern preservation community heritage

Locals in Yeovil are expressing serious concerns over the potential demolition of the historic Yeovil bus depot building. The brick building, located on A30 Reckleford, has stood for more than a century and holds significant … Read More