New Lights In Old Windows

Published February 10, 2024

Over the past 10 years, the Duchy has invested almost £10m in the restoration and repair of its historic and public buildings. This includes a diverse range of initiatives across all Surveys, from works to ensure that heritage buildings remain wind- and water-tight for future generations to enjoy, to larger scale community-led projects and conservation […]

Posted in Latest News | Also tagged Banton's Barns, Lancashire Survey, Lara Thompson, repurposing old buildings, restoration and renewal, Rural restoration, Wyreside estate

Community Project Captures The Imagination

Published August 15, 2023

Children at a local primary school are keeping a close eye on a redevelopment project currently underway in the picturesque village of Dunsop Bridge on the Duchy’s Whitewell Estate in Lancashire. After two years’ close consultation with the local community, the disused petrol station on the main route through the village is about to be […]

Posted in Latest News, Uncategorized | Also tagged community engagement, community projects, Dunsop Bridge, Lara Thompson, Mrs Janet Wells, Rural restoration, Thorneyholme RC Primary School

Improving Energy Performance

Published April 4, 2023

Cloughton village lies at the heart of one of our oldest Yorkshire estates and forms part of the Duchy’s ancient inheritance. The High Street comprises 20 Duchy-owned properties, many of which have been occupied by the same tenant for decades, and our ownership is clearly identified by the dark blue colour of each of the […]

Posted in Latest News | Also tagged Cloughton Estate, Energy efficiency, Lara Thompson, refurbishment and restoration, Rural restoration, sustainable development, Yorkshire Survey