Historic Shillingstone Station Set for Revival as Operational Railway and Museum Thursday, September 4, 2025 heritage railway restoration shillingstone steam diesel dorset museum community transport Dorset Council has approved the final stage in transforming the historic Shillingstone station into a fully operational railway and museum, marking a major milestone in a 20-year restoration project. The North Dorset Railway … Read More
Historic Elegance Meets Contemporary Flair in Beautifully Renovated Home Saturday, August 30, 2025 historic renovation elegance traditional contemporary architecture heritage home restoration design This stunning historic home has been thoughtfully restored to showcase its rich heritage while embracing modern comforts. Original architectural details such as intricate moldings, hardwood floors, and classic fireplaces have … Read More
Stunning Bath Iconic Store Undergoes Major Restoration to Recapture Former Glory Sunday, August 24, 2025 bath jollys restoration morleys milsomstreet departmentstore historic renovation retail heritage Milsom Street in Bath is abuzz with activity as the city’s most iconic shop, Jolly’s department store, undergoes an extensive restoration. Scaffolding stretches across nearly a third of the street, signaling major works to … Read More
Why an Iconic Bath Location Has Been Covered in Scaffolding for Months Wednesday, August 20, 2025 bath guildhall corridor canopy scaffolding restoration architecture safety historic repairs If you’ve recently walked along Bath High Street, you might have noticed an iconic feature hidden behind scaffolding. The elegant glass canopy marking the entrance to the historic Corridor arcade, located opposite the … Read More
Historic Mill Site to Receive Nearly £3.8 Million for Crucial Repairs Wednesday, August 20, 2025 tonedale toneworks somersetcouncil levellingup restoration historic regeneration funding repairs conservation Nearly £3.8 million will be invested over the coming months to carry out essential repairs on the historic Tone Works site located on the northern edge of Wellington. This restoration effort follows Somerset Council’s … Read More
Urgent Repairs Needed as Taunton Crown Court Closure Nears Two Years Wednesday, August 20, 2025 taunton crowncourt repairs shirehall somerset ministryofjustice structuralissues justice gideonamos restoration Taunton Crown Court, housed within the historic Shire Hall on Upper High Street, Somerset, has been closed since September 2023 after contractors uncovered serious structural problems with the flooring. The Grade II listed … Read More