Local MP John McDonnell said “7 years ago, after a failed planning application, the Dower House was severely damaged. Seven years on the Dower House remains derelict and despite the local council’s talks with the owner, no remedial works have been undertaken.

This once beautiful historic building remains an eyesore and at risk of further deterioration. Local residents and I have written to the owner calling upon him to start work urgently on refurbishing this once beautiful building which is an important part of our local heritage”