An important historical site in Northamptonshire could be sold off by the county council to a group better placed to preserve the medieval village.
Plans to ensure the preservation of the Chester Farm site in Wellingborough will go before the county council next week.
The site includes a listed farm and associated buildings plus the site of a deserted medieval village and of a Roman town.
The council has owned the site since 2004 but is considering selling the land to an individual or organisation more able to provide the funding needed to preserve its historical heritage and long-term future of the area.
Cabinet member for commercial operations, Andre Gonzalez de Savage, said: "Chester Farm is a unique heritage asset. "
The possible sale is an opportunity to draw some reinvestment into the site to realise its potential. This is a positive step in planning for the future care of this important place."
The site will only be sold if the council receives is convinced the site will be preserved and new owners meet the requirements that have been set out for safeguarding the heritage, he said.
From: Peterboroughtoday.co.uk
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