Cloaked in secrecy, or plastic sheeting?

Cloaked in secrecy, or plastic sheeting? January 2026, by Trevor Dale Contrary to one semi-serious query, no, we are not adding another storey onto the roof of the old cottage. The reason for the height of the temporary roof is revealed in the photo of the old chimney...

Value Engineering, the Restoration Team and Future Use

Value Engineering, the Restoration Team and Future Use January 2026, by Trevor Dale 2026 already! Time flies when you’re having fun – I hope. For those of you interested in the project it must have been a frustrating year. It certainly has been for us! We started so...

Work on the Cottage has Started

Work on the Cottage Has Started November 2025, by Trevor Dale Work on the cottage has indeed started. By the time this article is published we hope to have scaffolding erected and a temporary roof in place. The decision has been taken to strip the roof, very...

Let’s Celebrate the Anniversary of the First Cottage Hospital!

Let’s Celebrate the Anniversary of the First Cottage Hospital! October 2025 While we enjoy this season of Bonfire and Halloween let’s raise a glass to Dr. Napper and his team. Why? Who? Let’s step into the Victorian period when Cranleigh was an isolated village and...

Heritage Week

Heritage Week September 2025 We had visitors from far and wide for Heritage Day when our team were sharing information about the project at the Arts Centre. Howard Barratt, one of our Trustees, lead heritage walks around the historic buildings nearby, braving the...

Progress at Last

Progress at Last August 2025 by Trevor Dale After months of detailed work, the tender documents for the renovation and restoration of the cottage will be with potential bidders by the time you read this. We anticipate work commencing in October and are on track to...