House makes history with 2016 Restoration Award

THE restored library at Combermere Abbey in Shropshire has won the 2016 Restoration Award presented by the Historic Houses Association and sponsored by Sotheby’s. 

The award is for the most recent restoration of the north wing and in recognition of the 24-year project to bring the house back to life.

Owned since 1919 by the Callander Beckett family, the house suffered severe deterioration over many years.