Work on Ludlow's historic projects rewarded

More than 20 projects on historical buildings in Ludlow have been given awards by conservation chiefs.

The 2011 LCAAC awards include repair work at St Leonard's Church yard, restoration of Ludford Bridge and the restoration of Jacobean plasterwork at the Feathers Hotel.

Winners were presented with the accolades this week at the Charlton Arms pub in the town.

Organisers say the annual awards recognise the efforts of property owners, developers and craftsmen in Ludlow to achieve the highest standards of conservation, repair and restoration.

LCAAC advises the Shropshire Council on planning and conservation issues in the Ludlow conservation areas.

Mal Price, Shropshire Council's cabinet member responsible for conservation, said: "The Ludlow Conservation Area Advisory Committee performs a very special and valuable role in preserving and enhancing the character of the Ludlow conservation area.

"I am very pleased that so many properties and their development teams have been awarded such a prestigious accolade; these awards illustrate the recognition they deserve."

James Caird, chairman of the committee, added: "It was great to see how many local craftspeople had contributed to such great projects in the town. Ludlow certainly maintains high standards of quality, design and workmanship when it comes to conserving the historic environment."

Other projects rewarded on the night include The Lodge, Ludford and Old Bell Cottages, The Church Inn and Steventon Manor Barn, Dinham Lodge and Dyddle Cottage, The Grotto, The Old Bell House, Pie Cottage and Ludlow Brewery.