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Yahoo
28-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Removal of 'eyesore' hoarding at landmark welcomed
The removal of "eyesore" hoardings covering the front entrance to a city centre landmark has been welcomed. The "unsightly" barrier was put up at the entrance of Shire Hall in Gloucester last October to undertake "essential maintenance to damaged steps". In February, Gloucestershire County Council chiefs said the hoardings were not expected to be removed for several months while plans to alter the building's entrance were drawn up. However, they have now been taken down. Shire Hall chiefs revealed in March that the entrance had to be decontaminated after "defecation and urination" on the front steps. More news stories for Gloucestershire Listen to the latest news for Gloucestershire Councillor Rebecca Trimnell said: "I really hope the work that has been done for good. I wouldn't want the hoarding to go up again for more months on end." Gloucester City Council leader Jeremy Hilton said he welcomed the removal of the "eyesore" hoardings. He said: "I'm delighted that the unsightly hoardings outside the main entrance to Shire Hall have finally been removed. "Over time, they became an eyesore - completely out of place in a conservation area and so close to the cathedral. "Their removal under the new Liberal Democrat administration has already made a noticeable improvement to the street scene. "It's a small but significant step in restoring pride in this important civic building." A council spokesperson confirmed that the current essential maintenance works have been completed and they do not have any further work planned. Follow BBC Gloucestershire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Landmark decontaminated after 'defecation' reports Gloucestershire faces decision on 'super council' Talks underway to decide if county should split in two Gloucester City Council
BBC News
28-06-2025
- General
- BBC News
Removal of hoarding at Gloucestershire Shire Hall welcomed
The removal of "eyesore" hoardings covering the front entrance to a city centre landmark has been "unsightly" barrier was put up at the entrance of Shire Hall in Gloucester last October to undertake "essential maintenance to damaged steps".In February, Gloucestershire County Council chiefs said the hoardings were not expected to be removed for several months while plans to alter the building's entrance were drawn up. However, they have now been taken Hall chiefs revealed in March that the entrance had to be decontaminated after "defecation and urination" on the front steps. Councillor Rebecca Trimnell said: "I really hope the work that has been done for good. I wouldn't want the hoarding to go up again for more months on end."Gloucester City Council leader Jeremy Hilton said he welcomed the removal of the "eyesore" said: "I'm delighted that the unsightly hoardings outside the main entrance to Shire Hall have finally been removed."Over time, they became an eyesore - completely out of place in a conservation area and so close to the cathedral."Their removal under the new Liberal Democrat administration has already made a noticeable improvement to the street scene. "It's a small but significant step in restoring pride in this important civic building."A council spokesperson confirmed that the current essential maintenance works have been completed and they do not have any further work planned.
BBC News
20-06-2025
- BBC News
Four charged with arson after Llangefni fire at ex-council headquarters
Four young people have been charged with arson in connection with a fire at former council headquarters. The blaze caused significant damage to Shire Hall, Llangefni, in Anglesey in December 2023. At the time there were four arrests, but it has taken 18 months for anyone to be charged. North Wales Police did not provide any information on the youths' ages or where they are will appear at Caernarfon Youth Court on Wednesday, 9 July.
BBC News
12-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Contract agreed for ex-Cambridgeshire council HQ Shire Hall
Proposals to turn a former council headquarters into luxury visitor accommodation are a step closer after a hotel group signed a contract for its long-term Apartment Hotels Ltd, a subsidiary of the Lamington Group, exchanged contracts on a 250-year lease for Shire Hall in Cambridge with Cambridgeshire County Council and expect to complete within the next 18 proposals will require planning permission ahead of transforming the existing Nethsingha, Liberal Democrat leader of the council, said: "It has been sad for the community to see this much-loved building standing empty, so I am pleased that we are now able to announce the next steps." The council's headquarters relocated to the purpose-built New Shire Hall at Alconbury Weald in authority decided to sell Shire Hall in Cambridge while protecting the public area around the site, including Castle Mound, a scheduled ancient monument. Follow Cambridgeshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Extraordinary 125-year-old mansion on sale for just £288,000 – but there's an unusual catch
A 125-year-old Jacobean-style mansion is hitting the auction block for just £288,000. The catch? Prospective buyers can only view it from a distance. 4 4 4 Shire Hall, in Llangefni on the island of Anglesey, north Wales, was built in 1899 and sits overlooking the Afon Cefni river. It was originally constructed of stone at a cost of £4,453, with an extension added in 1912. Once used as office space, the building is now derelict following a serious fire, and is considered unsafe to enter. It's set to be sold at auction between 20 and 22 May. Viewings are restricted due to the building's dangerous condition, including a collapsed roof and major structural damage. Paul Fosh Auctions, which is handling the sale, says the site has planning permission in place for six riverside apartments. However, they note that a more extensive development could be possible, depending on future discussions with the local council. Gemma Vaughan from the auction house said: 'The lot offers a most unusual and exciting opportunity for an investor/developer to acquire this historic building in the heart of Llangefni." Shire Hall stands on Glanhwfa Road, about a mile from the A55 expressway, which links the island to the rest of north Wales and Cheshire. Anglesey is well known for its coastal walks and sandy beaches, although Shire Hall itself is far from the seaside charm – with only ruins remaining of its former grandeur. The sale includes Shire Hall, along with around 90 other lots, in an online auction hosted by Paul Fosh Auctions, starting at 12 noon and running from May 20 to 22. Another property has left Brits scratching their heads – not because of its price, but also because no one's allowed inside. Dubbed the ' mansion you can't go inside,' the eerie estate sits behind locked gates with no signs of life, yet manages to attract curious onlookers and conspiracy theories in equal measure. Locals say the sprawling home has been sealed up for years, with perfectly manicured gardens but not a soul ever seen entering or leaving. There's no for-sale sign, no public records of recent ownership changes, and absolutely no explanation as to why the doors remain firmly shut. Despite the mystery, the mansion has become an unlikely tourist magnet, with visitors travelling miles just to snap a photo at the gates. It may not be Britain's most expensive or oldest home, but it's certainly one of the strangest, and its secrecy only adds to the eerie fascination. This comes as Britain's 'loneliest house' went on the market for £250,000, but it comes with a huge catch. Meanwhile, viewers of Britain's Most Expensive Houses were left baffled by a rather unusual tactic used in a bid to sell a jaw-dropping £29m mansion. Plus, the " UK's smallest house", measuring less than 2.5 metres wide, has hit the market for £200k – proving once again that when it comes to British property, size, access, and logic don't always apply. Top ten most affordable places in England and Wales THE affordability ratio is the average number of years of salary needed to buy a house. A lower figure means the area is more affordable. Here are the top ten most affordable places in England and Wales: 1. Blaenau Gwent (Wales): affordability ratio 3.75 - £130,000 average house price - £34,635 average wage 2. Burnley (NW England): 3.86 - £116,500 - £30,216 3. Blackpool (NW England): 3.92 - £133,000 - £33,918 4. Blackburn with Darwen (NW England): 4.06 - £143,500 - £35,310 5. Hull (Yorkshire/Humber): 4.09 - £135,000 - £33,024 6. County Durham (NE England): 4.14 - £130,000 - £31,365 7. Neath Port Talbot (Wales): 4.17 - £155,000 - £37,130 8. Sunderland (NE England): 4.25 - £140,000 - £32,923 9. Hartlepool (NE England): 4.25 - £140,000 - £32,947 10. Hyndburn (NW England): 4.29 - £130,000 - £30,272 4
