Major restoration project completed at Newstead Abbey
A major restoration project has been completed at Newstead Abbey following 6 months of hard work.
Sally Strachey Heritage Conservation began work on the Grade I listed building’s 12th century West front and 18th century cannon fort in June.
The project, which was was managed by architects Purcell UK, received a total of £248,088 in funding from Historic England, the World Monuments Fund and Nottingham City Council.
Additional support was provided by the Newstead Abbey Partnership and Arts Council England.
Cllr Dave Trimble, portfolio holder for leisure and culture at the City Council, said: “Newstead Abbey and Gardens is one of Nottinghamshire’s flagship sites which has been loved by generations of people.
“We are delighted that with the generous help from Historic England, the World Monument Fund and the Adopt a Stone Appeal we have now successfully completed our restoration of the West Front and Cannon Fort, safeguarding the future of these fabulous structures for future generations.”
