More money needed to restore Lincoln's 'Wonky House'

One of the buildings is known by locals as the "Wonky House"

More money is needed to restore three historic buildings after death-watch beetles were discovered in the frames.

Parts of the Grade II listed structures on Michaelgate in Lincoln date back to the 16th Century and are undergoing a £450,000 restoration.

Known as the Wonky House by locals, the buildings are located close to the city's cathedral and castle.

The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire is appealing for donations towards the £61,000 needed for the additional work.

The charity is planning to restore the properties as holiday lets, with the income raised used to protect them.

It also intends to open the "Harlequin" building for community use.

The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire said it needs an additional £61,000 to complete the restoration

Money for the restoration has come from grants from the Architectural Heritage Fund, Investors in Lincoln and City of Lincoln Council.

The trust said: "Unfortunately, due to death-watch beetle infestation and inappropriate cement repairs, it was discovered that the condition of the timber frame of the buildings was a lot worse than previously expected; a factor that couldn't be observed until the exterior render was removed."