Category : Search result: Grade II listed monument


National Trust in flag fury after removing Union Jack

The National Trust has ignited a fierce debate after contractors were seen removing the large Union Flag from the Bantham Ham stone tower in Devon. The move, done without prior consultation, has been branded an 'act of cultural vandalism' by critics and l

HGVs Wreck Historic Cotswolds Village and Listed Homes

The quaint Cotswolds village of Willersey is under siege from heavy goods vehicles, with its precious Grade II-listed homes suffering structural damage. Residents demand urgent action as 44-ton lorries tear through their narrow lanes, shaking the very fou

Monument Valley's X-Files: UFOs & Paranormal Mysteries

The iconic landscape of Monument Valley, a staple of Western films, is shrouded in a dark history of UFO sightings, paranormal activity, and unexplained mysteries that continue to baffle experts and terrify visitors.

Tourist Vandalises Rome's Historic Trevi Fountain

Italian police are hunting a tourist captured on video defacing Rome's iconic Trevi Fountain with a rock. The brazen act of vandalism on the 18th-century Baroque masterpiece has sparked outrage and a criminal investigation.

Warwickshire Mansion Sparks Fury with Hen Party Lets

A grand 19th-century Grade II listed mansion in Warwickshire is at the centre of a local storm after the owner began renting it out for loud hen parties and events, leaving neighbours furious over noise and disruption in their quiet village.

Stunning Cotswolds Farmhouse with Pool for Sale

An exquisite six-bedroom Grade II listed farmhouse in the idyllic Cotswolds village of Blockley is for sale. Featuring a heated swimming pool, sprawling gardens, and original character, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of quintessential English c

Abandoned UK Art Deco Lido Set for £4.3m Revival

A derelict Grade II-listed Art Deco lido in the UK is being brought back to life in a stunning £4.3 million restoration project, promising a new era of wellness and community for the local area.

Northern Ireland GCSE Students Outperform England in 2024

Northern Ireland's GCSE students have significantly outperformed their counterparts in England, with a notable rise in top grades. This analysis delves into the regional disparities, the impact of pre-pandemic grading standards, and what it means for the

Inferno Ravages Historic Grade II Mansion in Staffordshire

A devastating overnight fire has torn through the abandoned Grade II-listed Swinfen Hall in Staffordshire, with emergency crews battling the blaze for hours. Locals report hearing explosions as the historic 18th-century manor, already at risk, suffered ca

Kirstie Allsopp in manor house demolition row

TV presenter Kirstie Allsopp sparks controversy with proposals to tear down her Grade II-listed childhood home in Hampshire, facing opposition from conservationists.

Page 1 of 1