Monthly Archives: September 2015

STEM Awards 2016: terms and conditions

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2. CATEGORIES 2.1 There are five, sponsored entry categories: Construction: Design in the Built Environment sponsored by Atkins Global Healthcare sponsored by Glaxo SmithKline Innovation sponsored by McLaren Aerospace sponsored by Rolls-Royce plc Energy sponsored by Semta 3. HOW TO ENTER 3.1 Each category sponsor poses a problem to which entrants must create a solution. 3.2 Entrants must describe the solution to their chosen challenge in 1,000 words or fewer. Entries may be supported Read more [...]

Milton Keynes listed as one of the worst towns for culture – what do you think …

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Milton Keynes is one of the worst towns for culture, a Heritage Index by the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts (RSA) has claimed.Despite boasting leading live entertainment venue MK Theatre, a state of the art gallery and hosting various art events such as Walking with Giants and International Festival, the new town ranked 322 out of 325 in the Hertiage Index, behind Luton, Warrington and North Kesteven.The list was calculated by tallying up different areas' cultural assets and dividing Read more [...]

Three listed buildings for Claudy

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Environment Minister Mark H Durkan has listed two historic rural houses and an 18th century bridge near Claudy. Describing the announcement as “a boost for Claudy”, the Minister said: “The two rural houses protected are an important remnant of a fast disappearing part of our heritage and the bridge, with raised cutwaters is a particularly good example of a bridge from the 18th century.“Listing will ensure these important assets are preserved and protected as part of Claudy Read more [...]

Banbury war memorial awarded listing building status

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Banbury’s war memorial in People’s Park has been awarded listed building status by Historic England. The monument has been added to the list of Buildings of Special Historic Interest and approval for the Grade II-listing was given by John Whittingdale MP, the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport after Historic England submitted its recommendations. The listing came into effect on Wednesday. Cllr Kieron Mallon, leader of Banbury Town Council, which is responsible Read more [...]

Claudy bridge and houses granted ‘listed’ status

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Environment Minister Mark H Durkan today “listed” two historic rural houses and an 18th century bridge near Claudy in Co Derry. Cumber Bridge (pictured), a late 18th century triple-arched road bridge is the oldest in the parish. It has a robust and simple design with one angled cut-water on each side extending to parapet level to provide a pedestrian refuge. Also listed is a detached single storey house located on Barnahilt Road, Gortilea. This is considered to be a very good example of Read more [...]

Navigation Point for sale: Section of Hartlepool marina listed for £5million

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A large area of Hartlepool marina is up for sale with an asking price of just under £5million. Navigation Point, which features a string of 26 shops, bars and restaurants, is being advertised for sale.Offers in the region of 4,730,000 are sought for the area which also includes around 50,000sq ft of retail space plus 350 car parking spaces. The flats above Navigation Point are understood not to form part of the area for sale. Property consultancy firm allsop are handling Read more [...]

Brixton Rec Users Group considering applying for listed status to help protect …

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Brixton Rec Users Group (BRUG) is considering the idea of applying to have the building listed as an extra layer of protection for the Rec. The volunteer group that campaigns for improvements at Brixton Rec said: “BRUG and Rec users fought off threats of its demolition in 2007 and 2012. Lambeth has committed £10m to developing the Rec. BRUG is concerned to ensure the future Rec remains a facility which Rec users and the community want. Having the Rec listed might assist us in this.” Of concern Read more [...]

Renovations planned at listed Belford pub

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Plans which aim to breathe new life into the historic Black Swan pub in Belford have been lodged with Northumberland County Council. It is planned to carry out multiple works to the existing structures to the rear of the Grade II-listed building.This will provide annexed accommodation to the pub which will benefit the pub trade and make use of the kitchen area which has fallen into disrepair. Chatton-based architect Michael Rathbone, in reports Read more [...]