A Grade I listed former manor house in West Leeds has won the prestigious ‘Heritage’ prize at a ceremony in Harrogate.
Projects went head-to-head at the ceremony, where Calverley Old Hall was named winner of the Heritage project category.
Calverley Old Hall was the home of the Calverley family from the late 13th century. It reached the height of its status and form by the mid-17th century before falling into decline when the family moved away.
The site was eventually acquired by the Landmark Trust and after a recent heritage focused restoration project that makes the most of its historic character and special architectural interest, it now provides impressive self-catering accommodation.
The project benefited from grants from the NHLF, Historic England and donations from the Landmark Trust’s Funding appeal.
Commenting on the winning project, the judges said: “This is an exemplar heritage focused project that makes the most of the historic character and special architectural interest of a Grade I listed building. The sustainability credentials are impressive. The outreach programme and engagement with the local neighbours seems to have worked really well to overcome the challenge of having visitors coming and going. A great blend of local and wider public engagement with the site.”
The RICS UK Awards showcase the most inspirational initiatives and developments in land, real estate, construction and infrastructure, recognising outstanding achievement, teamwork and companies. The winning projects at each of the regional awards ceremonies will go on to represent their region at the UK Grand Final on Thursday 22ndOctober.
The full list of winning projects in Yorkshire & Humber are:
- The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease – Project of the Year and Community Benefit project
- Calverley Old Hall – Heritage project
- Castle Owen Construction and Property Consultants Ltd – Outstanding contribution to Surveying by an SME
- Leonora House – Residential Development project
- OnSide Youth Zone, Grimsby – Refurbishment/Revitalisation project
Redcar Station in Cleveland was highly commended in the heritage project category.
The event was held at Cedar Court in Harrogate on Tuesday, 30 June.
Commenting on the awards, UK National Awards Chair, Kerry Gibbs MRICS, said: “These Awards shine a spotlight on the most inspiring people, projects and innovations shaping the built and natural environment. creating a powerful platform that elevates the profile of chartered surveying and celebrates its impact on communities nationwide.”
This year the awards received over 300 entries across all twelve of the RICS regions.
“The Awards are hugely important,” added Ms Gibbs. “They help demonstrate the positive impact that surveyors, as well as buildings, have on individuals and communities. They promote the role of surveying in making those projects a reality.”
For further information on the RICS UK Awards, visit the RICS website.