Gunby South Elevation project
The scaffolding is in place on the south elevation of Gunby Hall as repair work continues.
A major restoration project is underway at the National Trust's Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens, near Spilsby.
When the house was originally built in 1700, it had a different staircase to the one visitors are familiar with today. In 1735, the Massingberds decided to install a more elaborate staircase and Venetian window, but they did so without adding any structural support.
With the addition of a chimney a few decades later, it has led to some structural movement in the south elevation. Work will include replacing timber beams, replacing window surrounds and other structural work.
Contractor, Messengers, will be carrying out the work which is due to be completed at the beginning of the new year. Once complete, the work will enhance the visitor experience of the house, with the visitor route fully reinstated, and the six currently closed rooms reopened to visitors.
This work is costing around £500,000 and has been funded by a pot of money supported by our members and visitors of the National Trust. This project is set to enhance the building for years to come as well as celebrating conservation and heritage work, and engaging with our supporters, without their contributions this work would not be possible, so a huge thank you to all.
Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens will remain open to visitors while the work is carried out, so there will be lots for visitors to see in terms of the renovations, including the Christmas offer in December.
We’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support and understanding while this work is carried out.