Stone by Stone: How We Restore a Grade I Listed Hall
Southwick Hall has stood for more than six centuries, shaped by the hands of many generations. Yet even the strongest stone and the stoutest timber need care. Being a Grade I listed building, the Hall is recognised as a site of national importance, and with that recognition comes responsibility. Conservation is not simply a matter of patching up damage; it is about respecting the past while securing the future. This post offers a glimpse behind the scenes of how restoration happens here, stone by stone.
Why Conservation Matters
A Grade I listing is the highest level of heritage protection in England. It means that Southwick Hall is considered of exceptional interest — only around 2.5% of listed buildings achieve this status. With such recognition comes a duty to ensure that any changes, however small, are sympathetic to the building’s history.
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