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An exciting day with the experts

31/10/2017

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Michael and Ian Crick-Smith, specialists in conservation and restoration, examine the fireplace at 14 St George's Terrace
Yesterday was a really exciting day. Thanks to the funding we have received from the Heritage Lottery, we were able to bring four experts in the field of property regeneration to Millom to inspect No 14 and gather information for detailed reports which we will receive in the next few weeks. Our specialist 'task force' was led by Mike Darwell of our contracted architects, John Coward Architects. Mike was joined by Michael and Ian Crick-Smith, the two directors of Crick-Smith Ltd, who specialise in property conservation and restoration, and Marion Barter who has a glowing reputation as a specialist in heritage properties. We were also very pleased to meet Sarah Gerrish from JCA. This event was a significant step on the way towards developing our plans and putting together our next application to the Heritage Lottery Fund. We had a productive get-together at the Lighthouse Centre in Haverigg before moving on to No 14 where the team examined every room in depth, closely inspecting all manner of details including traces of paint from decoration applied decades ago, wall coverings, flooring, fireplaces, window frames, doorways and more, taking a host of photographs. It's fair to say they were really enthusiastic about what they saw, and from our perspective it was terrific to get such a positive response from people who really know their business. They will report back and their recommendations will help us decide where we go in terms of developing No 14 and making it a place that people will want to visit, whether they are Nicholson enthusiasts or residents of the town. Our thanks to Mike, Marion, Michael and Ian, and thanks equally go to the Heritage Lottery Fund and everyone who takes part in the Lottery who have provided the finance to allow us to draw on this top expertise. 
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Marion Barter in Nicholson's famous attic bedroom
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John Gilder
31/10/2017 09:07:21 pm

WOW - things are really moving now. My desire is to feel the atmosphere in the attic room.

I've been a lottery player since it started, so I may have financed the window cleaner at number 14!!!!

Sometimes I wish I lived nearer to Millom.

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5/1/2020 02:23:03 am

Spending a day with these people is just the best. I was able to go and learn so much from them, and I want to do it again soon. The things that they have taught me will remain in my life forever, and for that, I am eternally grateful. I do hope that I can put these learning to proper use in the future, that is my only wish. I will try to pass these learnings to the next people too.

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