Church Project Honored for Saving Historic Willis Monument Saturday, October 18, 2025 conservation restoration heritage architecture monument willis church historicengland craftsmanship nationallottery The Willis Monument at the Church of St Edward the Martyr has been awarded the prestigious William Stansell Award for Historic Building Conservation, recognising an outstanding effort to save this Grade II* listed monument … Read More
Historic Bath Pub Undergoes Major Restoration Ahead of Reopening Wednesday, October 15, 2025 bath whitehart restoration pub heritage widcombe walcotgroup renovation accommodation community The White Hart Inn, a cherished Grade II-listed pub in Bath’s Widcombe area, is set to undergo a significant restoration and transformation. After closing its doors in March 2024, the historic venue is inching closer to … Read More
Historic Bath Pub to Reopen Following Extensive Renovation Wednesday, October 15, 2025 bath whitehart widcombe pub restoration heritage accommodation walcotgroup renovation community The White Hart Inn, a historic Grade II-listed pub in Widcombe, Bath, is poised for a remarkable transformation after plans for its restoration received official approval. Closed since March 2024, this beloved local landmark … Read More
Wells Cathedral’s Grand Organ Silenced for £3 Million Restoration Project Monday, October 13, 2025 wells cathedral organ restoration music heritage fundraising harrison organpipes refurbishment Wells Cathedral’s iconic Grand Organ will fall silent early next year as it embarks on a crucial £3 million restoration to prevent irreversible damage. After a sharp rise in mechanical problems, all 5,000 pipes will be … Read More
Minehead War Memorial Defaced by Vandals Friday, October 10, 2025 minehead memorial vandalism graffiti war police restoration community council investigation Minehead’s cherished war memorial was vandalized on Friday, October 10, leaving the community deeply saddened and outraged. The monument, dedicated to honoring those who served and sacrificed their lives in war, was defaced … Read More
Major Enhancements Planned for Stourhead to Protect and Improve Visitor Experience Thursday, October 9, 2025 stourhead nationaltrust conservation tourism gardens heritage restoration pathways erosion climate Stourhead, one of England’s most cherished tourist destinations, is set to undergo significant improvements to its footpaths and visitor facilities. Located near Warminster, the Grade I listed Stourhead House and its iconic … Read More