Repair and consolidation of masonry at Penyard Castle, nr Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

Tender description

Penyard Castle lies deep within the Forestry Commission land at Weston under Penyard. It was constructed in the 1300s and by the late 17th Century had been abandoned. Little of the original structure survives, the most recognisable part lying in separate ownership, but the masonry was robbed and reused to construct a dwelling which itself is now ruinous. Scope of Work: The scope of works large relates to the dwelling and includes the structural stabilisation of masonry, masonry repair and consolidation. A detached remnant of the original structure will also be repaired and consolidated. This procurement is being managed by Historic England and Nick James Architects Limited on behalf of the client: Peter Kelsall Planning and Environment Manager Forestry Commission Bank House, Bank Street, Coleford, Glos, GL16 8BA