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Credit crunch forces disposal
of castle
Owing to unforeseen economic conditions, the Society for the Preservation of Historic Buildings has
had to dispose of a castle in its custody. The new proprietor is assisting with the protection of the building,
however the Society for the Preservation of Historic Buildings will retain legal responsibillity for the ruin and is leasing the
castle to maintain its interest in the building's future.
Plans to preserve Castle agreed
The Stewart Milne Group and The Society for the Preservation of Historic Buildings have now
concluded an Heritage Management Agreement for the preservation of Ballumbie Castle. The Heritage Management
Agreement makes provisions for the consolidation of the Castle and for the maintenance of the site.
Society discussing Ballumbie Castle in Angus
Further to recent talks with the Stewart Milne Group, the Society is interested in securing the consolidation
of Ballumbie Castle and hopes to work towards the building's eventual reuse for the benefit of the local community.
Llantwit Major Castle's status as a monument of national importance is affirmed
While disappointed that its offer to purchase Llantwit Major Castle in Glamorgan has been declined by the
Vale of Glamorgan Council, the Society for the Preservation of Historic Buildings is glad to see the council formally assert
the Castle's "recognised status as a monument of national importance". Particularly pleasing was the Council's announcement
of its "aim" in regard to "the retention of the site in public ownership". The Vale of Glamorgan Council confirmed
that a resurvey of the ruins will take place "to enable the Council to be better informed regarding their current condition
together with the cost of future repair." This is taken to be an assertion of the Council's intention to undertake such
repair works, which we endorse wholeheartedly.
Talks entered about Ballumbie Castle, Angus
Talks have been entered into with the Stewart Milne Group in relation to Ballumbie Castle, Angus.
Ballumbie is an ancient Scottish castle, known for its association with Henry Lovell of Ballumbie, which was converted into
the stable block of Ballumbie House in the early nineteenth century.
Society to make offer for haunted Castle in Wales
Further to ongoing concerns over the future of Llantwit Major Castle in Glamorgan, The Society for the Preservation
of Historic Buildings has resolved to make an offer to the Vale of Glamorgan Council for the ruins. Llantwit is known
to be in a state of disrepair and is in need of key consolidation works in order to prevent further decay of the structure.
The Castle is a significant Grade 2 property, particularly important for its popularity with local storytelling groups who
recount the tales of the Castle's haunted past.
Society in discussions with the Dunecht Estate regarding Cluny Crichton Castle
The Society for the Preservation of Historic Buildings has been in communication with the Dunecht Estate
over its concerns with the condition of Cluny Crichton Castle. The Castle, built in 1666, is heavily ruinous and is
in need of careful supervision to avoid further deterioration. While it is thought that any offer to purchase the
ruins would be unsuccessful, the Society hopes its pressure will encourage the Estate to maintain the site or to consider its
sale as in the best interests for the preservation of the Castle.
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