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Abbey gets £100k for restoration project

James GrantNorthamptonshire
Delapre Abbey An old red brick stable block, with a digger in front where building work is under way. There is a large area of gravel, with some grass closer to the front. Delapre Abbey
Work to renovate the stables at Delapre Abbey into a dedicated health and wellbeing hub is under way

A historic abbey has been given a £100,000 grant to support an ongoing £5m heritage project.

The Delapre Abbey Preservation Trust in Northampton is currently restoring and renovating its 19th Century stables into a multi-purpose space for wellbeing, retail and events.

The funding comes from the Garfield Weston Foundation, which supports charities across the UK working to improve local communities.

Richard Clinton, chief executive of the abbey trust, said the new hub would "support those most in need", while helping to "enhance [the abbey's] financial and overall sustainability".

Delapre Abbey Stable buildings, with windows in them, two green doors, an area with stones on the ground and wood to the right. Delapre Abbey
The 19th Century stables before restoration work started

Part of the money will go on installing a ground source heat pump and solar panels, which the abbey said could save it £13,000 a year in energy costs.

A fundraising campaign called 'Stable Stories' has also been set up, allowing supporters to have their names commemorated on metal plates within the refurbished complex.

Work started on the project last summer and is on track to be completed this summer season.

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