Historic Somerset Coastal Pub Set for Major Refurbishment Saturday, April 11, 2026 pub refurbishment somerset minehead heritage coastal hospitality restoration tourism architecture The Old Ship Aground, a storied pub located on Minehead’s Quay Street and a cherished stop along the South West Coast Path, is poised for significant refurbishment pending approval. Operating under Hall & Woodhouse, … Read More
Historic King Edward’s School in Bath Faces Possible Inclusion on International Watch List Thursday, April 9, 2026 historic heritage bath architecture neglect georgian school restoration conservation watchlist Heritage experts are sounding the alarm over the worsening condition of a historic landmark in the heart of Bath. The Bath Preservation Society has formally applied to the World Monuments Fund (WMF) to place the old King … Read More
Historic Bath Building at Risk of International Watch List Recognition Thursday, April 9, 2026 heritage bath architecture preservation neglect historic georgian restoration worldmonumentfund community Heritage experts have issued a global warning over the worsening condition of King Edward’s School, a historic building situated in the heart of Bath. The Bath Preservation Society has submitted an application to the World … Read More
Derelict Somerset Cottage in Enchanting Riverside Setting Awaits Restoration Saturday, April 4, 2026 somerset cottage derelict riverside restoration renovation countryside auction property blankcanvas Nestled in a serene and picturesque riverside location in Somerset, this derelict cottage presents a unique opportunity for those with a vision. Uninhabited for many years, the property is being described by the auctioneer as … Read More
The Long Battle to Save Weston-super-Mare's Historic Birnbeck Pier Saturday, April 4, 2026 birnbeck weston-super-mare pier restoration victorian rnli heritage seaside engineering community In 1867, Weston-super-Mare celebrated the grand opening of its first pier, Birnbeck Pier, which would become an iconic Victorian landmark and a magnet for thousands of holidaymakers during the Edwardian era. As the only pier … Read More
The Long Battle to Restore Weston-super-Mare’s Historic Birnbeck Pier Saturday, April 4, 2026 birnbeck weston-super-mare pier restoration victorian rnli heritage severnestuary community architecture Weston-super-Mare’s iconic Birnbeck Pier has a rich history spanning over 160 years, and after decades of decline, hopes are high for its full restoration by 2027. Opened in 1867, the pier quickly became a major draw for … Read More