Lottery funding boost for Norman castle

The castle was neglected for 400 years before being saved form potential collapse in 2016

The trust that looks after the remains of Snodhill Castle in Herefordshire has been awarded £201,000 of lottery funding.

Saved from potentially collapsing in 2016, enthusiasts and residents - with the backing of Historic England - came together to form Snodhill Castle Preservation Trust.

The 10 acre site with ancient trees is now conserved by experts, investigated by archaeologists and enjoyed by the public, the trust said.

The National Lottery Heritage Fund money will go towards collaborations with local organisations, community digs and furthering research.

The castle is one of the oldest Norman stone castles in the UK and recorded as a scheduled ancient monument of national importance, the trust said

“Having rescued the castle, the project will secure its long-term future through an ambitious programme of engagement, shared interest and participation," trust chair Garry Crook said.

"Because the only way to preserve heritage for tomorrow is to make it matter to people today”.