Photos © Jan Marshall. B A hons
Today was the official re-opening of the magnificent Grade II listed Kennaway House, after the completion of the one million pound restoration project (£554,000 of which was provided by the Heritage Lottery Fund) that returned this wonderful building back to it’s former glory. The House was officially opened by Hugo Swire, MP for East Devon. The celebrations included performances by the Sidmouth College Drummers, Sidmouth Town Band, the Diam0nd Cheer Squad and the Sidmouth Steppers. There was also a series of playlets performed by Sidmouth Amateur Dramatic Society, and live jazz playing courtesy of the Exeter City Steam Jazz Band. The House is now to be a centre for arts, learning and the community and will also be available for family celebrations.
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Hugo Swire talks to the Mayor (inside Kennaway House):
The restoration work is magnificent and all those concerned should feel very proud in deed of what they have achieved. Kennaway House is now truly beautiful again. So from me, a local resident, thank you!
Kennaway House is Registered Charity No: 1122667
Find out more HERE
See my photographs of the restoration history below:
April 2009
February 2009
December 2008
August 2008
July 2008
See my photo of Kennaway House before restoration started here
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Kennaway House (previously known as Fort House and Church House)
The Trust office is now open and the manager in charge of marketing can contacted on 01395 515551. The official opening is July 4th 2009. As a local, with a real interest in the preservation of beautiful buildings, I am delighted. Well done to everyone involved.
Kennaway House is Registered Charity No: 1122667
Find out more HERE
See photographs of the restoration history below:
April 2009
February 2009
December 2008
August 2008
July 2008
See my photo of Kennaway House before restoration started here
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I love it! Thank you to which ever gardener created it!
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The quiet before the storm – it’s a Bank Holiday weekend coming up!
Below: The Clock Tower Cafe – ready for business. The flower beds will be planted up soon, and the tables and chairs spread out so holidaymakers can enjoy the food and the view:
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All photos taken this afternoon.
Weather:
Light showers, 13 degrees Celcius, White cloud, wind SW ~21 mph, pressure 1003mB rising, visibility very good.
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