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Historic Hall's Chimneys Rebuilt for £500K
12 Aug
Summary
- £500,000 is being spent on rebuilding nine crumbling chimneys at Beaumanor Hall.
- The 178-year-old Grade II listed mansion remains open during the eight-week repair project.
- The council aims to make the hall financially self-sufficient amid significant annual losses.
Rebuilding work has commenced on nine chimneys at Beaumanor Hall in Leicestershire, a project costing £500,000. These chimneys were identified as being at risk of collapse during inspections in 2025 and were subsequently dismantled last year. The current repairs are expected to take another eight weeks to complete.
The 178-year-old Grade II listed mansion will continue to host events, including weddings and school trips, while the construction work proceeds. Officials are also developing strategies to reduce the ongoing operational costs of the hall and its estate, which incurred losses of £459,000 in 2024-25 and are projected at £627,000 for 2025-26.
The council is committed to investing in Beaumanor Hall's future rather than selling it, despite the financial challenges. Ideas from the public are being considered to boost revenue, such as murder mystery nights, outdoor cinema, music festivals, and Victorian-themed balls. A detailed plan for the hall's revival is anticipated later in 2026.
