Our £2.5 Million Conservation Target

In 2024 we embarked on Phase 1 of a major conservation project at Hall’s Croft, largely funded by US playwright and philanthropist Ken Ludiwg.

Phase 2 is the next urgent and significant work required at Hall’s Croft, which involves:

• Major conservation of the entire front elevation
• Structural stabilisation of key timbers and load-bearing elements
• Specialist repair using appropriate, traditional materials
• Environmental improvements to secure the building for future generations
• Preventative conservation to avoid further costly interventions later

The total cost for this work is £2.5 million.

This is not a cosmetic refurbishment. This is fundamental stewardship of one of the most culturally significant houses in England.

Why We Are Launching with an Initial £500,000 Push

On 17 October 2025, a driver accidentally reversed into the front of Hall’s Croft, damaging part of the façade and drawing significant public attention to the building’s vulnerability. While insurance will cover the repair of the immediate damage, the incident revealed just how urgent the wider structural issues are — and it has forced us to move straight into Phase 2 of the conservation programme.

This means we must begin major works now, not months or years from now.

The initial £500,000 fundraising push allows us to:

1. Act immediately
   Your support enables us to begin essential preparatory work and keep specialist conservation teams on-site without delay
2. Unlock momentum
   Strong early support from donors helps us maintain progress toward the full £2.5 million needed to secure Hall’s Croft for future generations. This is a rare and important moment to protect one of England’s most historic homes at a time when it genuinely needs urgent help.