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Historic Yorkshire Folly Saved by £798k Grant
1 Jan
Summary
- Urgent repairs approved for the Grade-I listed Folly house in Settle.
- The historic building received nearly £800,000 in vital repair funding.
- Restoration work is expected to be completed by 2027.
The Folly, a distinguished Grade-I listed house in Settle, Yorkshire, is set to undergo significant restoration after urgent repairs were approved. This historic property, dating back to 1679, has been granted £798,500 from the Museum Estate and Development Fund (MEND) for essential maintenance. The funding, distributed by Arts Council England, will address critical issues including re-roofing, repointing, plastering, window refurbishment, and drainage.
Overton Architects have lauded The Folly as 'one of the greatest architectural treasures' of the Yorkshire Dales, emphasizing the necessity of these repairs to maintain its condition for the future. Initial concerns raised by Historic England have been resolved after the North Craven Building Preservation Trust agreed to omit work on the building's Parlour room.
The extensive works are anticipated to conclude by 2027. Heather Lane, chair of trustees, expressed immense gratitude for the funding, highlighting that it allows the trust to focus on community engagement and redeveloping the museum aspect of The Folly. This restoration ensures the long-term preservation of a significant piece of local heritage.
