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Neston architectural projects recognised in Cheshire awards

Cheshire West and Chester Civic Awards for Design and Conservation have taken place, rewarding the best architectural projects in the last 5 years.

Over the years involvement and sponsorship has extended to include The Cheshire Society of Architects and The Chester Civic Trust.

This tradition has been carried on by Cheshire West and Chester Council, now with national recognition provided by the additional support and sponsorship of English Heritage. A near record number of 67 nominations were made by the public, architectural practices, owners and contractors. Residential Conversion and Conservation.

Coming joint first at the awards was the project to transform the formally neglected 17th century brick barns at Leighton Hall in Neston.  Nominated by Neston Civic Society, the project was praised for its sensitive approach in terms of the use of space, design detailing and high quality workmanship.

Amongst the Commendations was the contemporary new Club House at Neston Cricket Club in Parkgate.

Pictured above right, accepting the award from Chester Lord Mayor Councillor Neil Ritchie for Residential Conversion and Conservation for the Leighton Hall development in Neston, is Simon Malam from architects Donald Insall Associates with Peter Betts and Robin Hulse from Leighton Hall Developments.

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