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Little Moreton Hall
Little Moreton Hall is one of the finest examples of a medieval moated manor house in England and dates from the early part of the medieval period. Originally constructed between the 15th & 16th century, the moated site, along with the outlying prospect mound, is designated as a Scheduled Monument by English Heritage.
Maysand restore Chetham's School
Chetham's in Manchester is renowned as a world-class music school. It is also famous for its grade-1 listed medieval buildings, so when a very specialised restoration project became necessary, Maysand was asked to carry out the work.
County Durham high fliers clinch contracts from West Yorkshire to Wales
A County Durham high level, historic and general maintenance company is working on a number of prestigious new projects across the UK.
Read more: County Durham high fliers clinch contracts from West Yorkshire to Wales
Green heating system is centrepiece of cathedral restoration
In April contractors moved into Manchester Cathedral to begin installation of a new underfloor heating system. The new system will employ ground source heat pumps designed which will draw heat from the ground under the cathedral via bore holes.
Read more: Green heating system is centrepiece of cathedral restoration
Forth Bridge World Heritage bid opens for consultation
The public’s views on the World Heritage nomination of the Forth Bridge is being sought through a 12-week consultation.
The Forth Bridges Forum – which includes a number of local and national organisations – is keen to gather input from individuals and interested parties in support of the iconic railway bridge’s nomination.
Read more: Forth Bridge World Heritage bid opens for consultation
East Midlands Family Company Lights up Region’s Churches
In 1919 Ken Burrows established his business in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire and was responsible for the installation of electricity into many buildings in the area. The company remains the ‘oldest established electrical contractor in the town’ with an office and workshop on Ogle Street.
Read more: East Midlands Family Company Lights up Region’s Churches
Prestigious lighting projects by Madson Black
Oxfordshire based custom lighting company Madson Black have recently been involved in a number of prestigious projects including Bath Abbey and Eton College.
As part of the Footprint project at the historic Bath Abbey, Madson Black have worked for two years to bring together a chandelier restoration and conversion of light sources to LED.
St Mary's, Kersey: Re-ordering
The Whitworth Co-Partnership LLP was appointed by the Parochial Church Council as they were keen to carry out a re-ordering scheme which was to incorporate a toilet and kitchen facilities.
Marley Contract Services wins NFRC Roofing Award
Outstanding workmanship on a Grade II listed building has helped Scottish-based Marley Contract Services scoop the UK’s top roofing industry award.
The company won the Roof Slating category for its work on Rainbow House in Glasgow at the NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) Awards held in May.
St Julian's Church, St Albans
St Julian's Church is a 1950's church on an estate on the edge of St Albans. In addition to the enthusiastic congregation the church is also the base for a large number of community groups and the buildings are used daily by the full age range of local people from babies to elderly people.
English Church Clocks by Keith Scobie-Youngs
English Church Clocks, referred to as either tower or turret clocks are not simply over sized house clocks. They reach out over the entire community, having once provided a time standard to which all watches and house clocks could be set and appointments met. Long, complex connections beyond the movement drive hands exposed to wind, rain and snow.
Not sure where to start when it comes to buying or owning a listed property? Start here
Britain proudly boasts an array of amazing properties which demonstrate an important part of our heritage. From converted Watermills and Windmills, to chocolate box cottages and proud city dwellings, you would be amazed as to how many listed properties there are out there, and available to purchase at all price ranges.
Read more: Not sure where to start when it comes to buying or owning a listed property? Start here
New ballistic technology launched to deter lead theft
Trace-in-Metal launches its comprehensive deterrent to the persistent problem of lead theft by infusing non-melting, coded microdots into existing lead structures.
The York-based company, Trace-in-Metal Ltd., today launched an answer to the on-going problem of lead theft from heritage buildings.
Read more: New ballistic technology launched to deter lead theft
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