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The historic Amulet Theatre, previously hidden from the spotlight, has received a vital cash injection from Theatres Trust, bringing it one step closer to reopening its doors to the public. The theatre, originally gifted by … Read More
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St Catherine’s Church in Montacute, Somerset, is home to what experts believe may be one of the oldest working clocks in the UK, with origins dating back to the 1400s. Previously thought to have been crafted in the 1600s, the … Read More
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Montacute’s St Catherine’s Church may hold one of the oldest working timepieces in the UK, with experts dating its clock back to the 1400s during a recent assessment. The clock, originally thought to have been made in … Read More
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Nestled in the countryside, a beautiful 19th century manor house with a distinctive bell tower is undergoing a meticulous restoration. The impressive property boasts three guest apartments, each exuding its own unique … Read More
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Efforts are underway to rebuild a North Dorset pub wall after it unexpectedly collapsed at the end of March 2023. The parish council at Winterborne Stickland has expressed its approval of the news and anticipates the full … Read More
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A crucial step in the restoration of the iconic Birnbeck Pier is on the horizon as council members prepare to vote on the approval of plans aimed at saving the deteriorating structure. The proposed restoration, which includes … Read More
