Loughborough’s weather-beaten Carillon Tower set for ₤ 300,000 revamp

Almost ₤ 300,000 is to be spent restoring Loughborough’s weather-beaten Carillon Tower.Officials say some parts of the landmark war memorial have weakened for many years and they wish to repair it up as its centenary methods in 2023. Following a drone inspection of the 150 ft structure in Queen’s Park, Charnwood District Council is set to approve a ₤ 282,000 bundle of repairs and cleaning. Carillon, Queens Park, Loughborough The proposed works consist of a ₤ 103,000 repair of the Carillon’s 47 bells by the John Taylor Bell foundry in the town.These are still played two times a week in the summer and once a month through the winter.Read More The distinct copper roof needs some small repairs and the memorial Pair taken to medical facility after smoke from takeaway blaze fills flat above

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