Crosby Granger Architects were awarded the project to carry out the analytical architectural investigation, costed condition survey and feasibility study for development of the fortified house of Burneside Hall South Lakeland and the Ruinous Gleaston Castle, Cumbria.
The project’s aim was to carry out full historical assessments of the sites in order to better understand the significance and their social and political history within the region between the 14th and 16th Century. Full condition surveys and structural surveys were also carried out, which included costed recommendations for repair.
The project also required Crosby Granger Architects to appraise the repair costs and produce a feasibility study for the appropriate conservation and if appropriate, the sustainable reuse of each site in order to ensure their removal from the Heritage at Risk Register. Options appraisals for both sites were carried out, with costed plans put forward in a final recommendation report to assist with grant funding.
The feasibility study of the sites explored the future management and development, taking into account:
• Historic, architectural and archaeological significance
• Repair and development costs
• Funding options
• Planning constraints/opportunities
Crosby Granger are now working directly for the owners to review the schemes and look towards applying for grants to assist with essential repairs initially, followed by major proposals for redevelopment.
DISCIPLINES COVERED IN COMMISSION:
• Site evaluation and historic building assessments, including condition and structural surveys,
• Assessment of historic, architectural and archaeological significance,
• Undertaking options appraisals and feasibility studies for the sympathetic repair and conservation of the buildings,
• Identification of funding streams,
• Stakeholder engagement and developing proposals that enable the sustainable management of each site.
Water End House is a striking, modern family home set within a private estate overlooking Derwent Bay 🌿
Tasked with replacing the storm-damaged original dwelling, we delivered a modern design that features full-height glazing at ground level, a zinc-clad timber frame upper floor, and locally sourced materials including Burlington stone and lime mortar.
The result: a breathable, sustainable home that balances privacy, beauty, and context - contributing a contemporary chapter to the estate`s rich architectural story.
If you`re looking to unlock the potential of your historic property, we would be delighted to help shape its future. Get in touch through the link in our bio 🔗
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Jul 8
We were proud to act as Project Architect and Contract Administrator for a sensitive and rewarding build at Tarn Hows, Coniston - one of the Lake District’s most visited natural sites 🌲
Tasked with creating an education shelter and toilet facility in a protected and ecologically important area, we responded with a design that treads lightly on the landscape. Built using larch, beech, and oak sourced from natural windfall on the nearby National Trust estate and finished with a green sedum roof, this project is a celebration of local materials, sustainability, and place-sensitive design.
A careful collaboration with the Lake District National Park Authority ensured a result that supports both nature and visitor experience 👏
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Jul 4
How can new design coexist with historical surroundings? 💭
Through thoughtful integration, modern design and heritage can work in harmony:
✨ Symbiosis - blending new forms with old foundations
🔍 Context is key - new additions should respect their setting
🏛 Adaptive reuse - preserving character while repurposing spaces
🛠 Structural integrity - honoring the past, building for the future
We help clients navigate this balance with expertise and care. Find out more about what we offer through the link in our bio 🔗
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Jul 2
Architectural analysis, condition surveys, and feasibility studies at Burneside Hall guide a conservation strategy for this fortified medieval house. Understanding its unique structural challenges allows for informed decision-making regarding repairs and potential adaptive reuse. Carefully planned conservation work ensures the hall remains a significant and sustainable heritage asset for the future.
We were appointed to carry out the historical research, assessment, and strategic management review, and develop and publish a Conservation Management Plan for Furness Abbey and Piel Castle, both in the Guardianship of English Heritage.
Crosby Granger Architects is honored to have led the award-winning restoration of Eshton Hall, a Grade II* listed country house in North Yorkshire. Our work addressed previous substandard repairs, focusing on roof and guttering systems to prevent water ingress and structural damage. This project exemplifies our commitment to preserving historic estates through sensitive, sustainable interventions.
