WORK to breathe new life into a historic building by converting it into some of the most sought-after homes in a Suffolk town is finally complete.
The West Front, in Bury St Edmunds, has been carefully restored over the past month and now comprises five houses - all but one of which already have new owners.
As well as transforming the grade I listed properties, which lie next to St Edmundsbury Cathedral, developers Hawes and Southgate have worked on conserving the medieval remains of the flint core belonging to an 11th century Benedictine Abbey, onto which 17th and 18th century timber-framed houses and some early 19th century structures were built.
John Griffiths, leader of St Edmundsbury Borough Council, said: “Councillors and officers alike have worked very hard over several years to achieve the restoration of the West Front and we are absolutely delighted with the results.
“This is a unique project which shows what can be done when everyone works together. It also celebrates our rich heritage while bringing fresh life to some of the most wonderful buildings in Bury and I would like to thank everyone involved.”
From: EADT.co.uk
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