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The ongoing renovation of Baysgarth House has made substantial progress, supported by generous contributions from the UK Government, North Lincolnshire County Council, Barton upon Humber Council, and Arts Council England. This restoration initiative is being executed by a consortium of experienced firms, including Stone Edge Building Restoration and Conservation, Calls Architecture Ltd, Mason Clark Associates, and Leeds Environmental Design Associates. Their collective expertise is…

If you’ve been wandering through Baysgarth Park lately, you might have noticed some exciting changes happening right next to the stunning Grade II listed building. For those of us who frequent this lovely spot, the sight of those ugly concrete posts has been a bit of an eyesore. Yes, they did their job of keeping cars out, but let’s…

In October 2024, The Ropewalk charity entered into a 15-year lease with North Lincolnshire Council for Baysgarth House, aiming to renovate and reimagine its use. An initial capital of £850,000 has been secured through substantial grants from the Community Ownership Fund, UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and North Lincolnshire Council. Despite this significant funding, extensive work is necessary to ensure the structural integrity and…

The future of Baysgarth House, a prominent listed building in Barton-upon-Humber, has been secured following the declaration by North Lincolnshire Council that it will be designated as a community asset. This decision is bolstered by a significant investment of £450,000 from the council, aimed at facilitating an ambitious restoration program. The restoration will be managed by the team responsible for The Ropewalk,…