In July 2005 the first stage of the redevelopment of Rollestone finally began after a long wait for planning permission and various legalities to be sorted. Before the diggers could move in to clear and level the area in preparation for the buildings, Chris had to remove the trees and overgrown hedgerows in the area.
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The above area is where one of the agricultural barns will be. Currently the remains of sheep pens can just about be seen amidst the rubbish and undergrowth! |
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The exisiting house needs just a touch of renovation....! It will be knocked down and rebuilt 20 metres or so from it's original location |
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Chris in Tracey the Tractor clearing some of the hedgerow. And stood with Lissy in front of the old house, behind him is roughly where one of the agricultural barns will be |
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The above area is where the 18 stables, feed rooms, tack rooms, toilet and shower rooms and office will be located |