Historic England has unveiled its Heritage at Risk Register 2024 - with 13 new sites in the West Midlands added
'at risk' register gives an annual snapshot of the health of England’s valued historic buildings and places, helping to ensure they can be protected and continue to be enjoyed in the future.
The latest research shows that the heritage sector in the West Midlands contributes £787 million to the economy and employs 22,000 people annually. In 2023, heritage tourism generated £1.8 billion in spending in the region.While 13 new West Midlands sites have been made 'at risk' this year, 12 across the region have also been rescued and removed from the list, including Hunningham Bridge in Warwickshire and Ecton Copper Mine in Staffordshire.
It was added to the Heritage at Risk Register earlier this year due to Grade II* listed timber store and engine house being at immediate risk of further rapid decay.Thankfully, funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Shropshire County Council and Historic England means that the restoration of these heritage buildings owned by the Canal & River Trust is soon set to get underway.
"It’s inspirational to see how we can harness the power of our heritage to benefit local people across the West Midlands. Together, we can save our places and find new ways to enjoy the heritage that people value so much.”
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