HMS Warrior, launched in 1860, was the first iron-hulled, sea-going armoured ship, and for many years was the most powerful warship in the … [Read more...]
Gillett and Brand clock restored in Cumbria
May 25, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Work has started to restore a Gillett and Brand clock, as part of the ongoing restoration work to Lowther Castle near Penrith, Cumbria. The Cumbria … [Read more...]
Winter Gardens restoration reveals secrets
February 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Plasterwork designed by Andrew Mazzei has been found during the restoration of the Winter Gardens in Blackpool. The plaster had been covered up … [Read more...]
Tardebigge lock gate restoration project
February 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Work gets underway to help protect and restore part of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal system. British Waterways is carrying out what it … [Read more...]
Carlisle Market-Cross restored
August 26, 2009 by 2 Comments
An ancient Proclamation dating back to 1352 will mark the end of a restoration project on the Market Cross in the centre of Carlisle. The … [Read more...]
Eden Bridge Gardens – Restored
August 2, 2009 by Leave a Comment
Eden Bridge Gardens in Carlisle have recently completed a large restoration project. This is how the lower garden looks now .... … [Read more...]
Leyland Motors Clock at Kendal Brewery Arts Centre
September 23, 2008 by 1 Comment
From a time when motorways were a dream and drivers could read the time from a clock at the side of the road comes the Kendal Leyland … [Read more...]
