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AUCKLAND CASTLE PLANNING APPROVAL

MARCH 2015

Auckland Castle Planning Approval

We have received planning approval and Listed Building Consent for the restoration and extension to Auckland Castle in Co. Durham. The project involves repairs and alterations to the existing listed buildings, a new museum extension and a visitor reception building facing the town square. Given the high sensitivity of this unique site, the planning process took almost one year, involving a very constructive dialogue with English Heritage and Durham County Council. The designs had overwhelming support from local people.

BELL TOWER INSTALLED FOR BISHOP KING EDWARD CHAPEL

OCTOBER 2012

Bell Tower Installed for Bishop King Edward Chapel

The bell tower for the Bishop Edward King Chapel has been installed. The new chapel building has been designed by Niall McLaughlin Architects for Ripon Theological College in Oxfordshire. The project, which was won through an RIBA competition in July 2009, is due for completion in 2013.