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Grade II C19th The Castle Folly
Grade II C19th The Castle Folly
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Brief:
To develop a phased repair strategy for the conservation of the folly
To ensure its long-term survival for future generations as a picturesque folly within the estate grounds
Survey & Condition:
Isolated ruined folly constructed of ironstone/orange sandstone quoins and flint infill
Encroachment of nearby trees, roots and ivy penetration
One tower left standing with collapsed hidden roof behind parapets
Other tower reduced considerably and starting to collapse rapidly to south facing elevation
Central arch in good condition but crenellations above beginning to decay & collapse
Localised decay/ spalling of sandstone and flint infill.
Schedule of Repairs:
Removal of nearby trees and all organic growth within a 2 meter radius
Localised replacement of decayed sandstone quoins using matching sandstone
Localised replacement of spalling flints using matching flints
Localised repointing of open joints where required using matching lime mortars
Consolidation of top of decayed tower and rebuild collapsed quoins and flint infill matching the existing
Consolidation and rebuilding of crenellations
Rebuilding of collapsed hidden timber roof to tall tower, leadwork & roof covering.
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