Derelict — Heritage and History

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Money should secure future of Bletchley Park

October 10, 2011 By admin Leave a Comment

Lottery grants of almost £5m will enable the future of the former wartime code breaking site, Bletchley Park to be secured. The investment will … [Read more...]

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Boston Castle in Rotherham to be restored

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January 22, 2010 By admin Leave a Comment

Occupying one of the highest points in Rotherham and visible for many miles around, Boston Castle is to be saved and transformed into a new visitor … [Read more...]

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Lowther Castle

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September 22, 2008 By admin Leave a Comment

Situated just outside of Penrith in North Cumbria is the now derelict castle at Lowther. The 120 acre, Grade II listed site contains the … [Read more...]