hi folks..had to go into town today and decided to jump of the bus at newtown and go and take a look at c brandaurs in new john st west to see what state it was in...after taking some pics on the njsw side i walked round into summer lane and noticed that the side entrance to the building was open so hoping for some shots i walked in only to be asked by a man if he could help me so i explained that i was a member of the forum and quite a lot of us have been very concerned as to what will happen to this building...he then told me he was gerald manton the new owner and the contractors are gallypearl and work had now started..well i can tell you i was so relieved. garald is totally dedicated to saving and making good use of listed buildings especially in the jeweller quarter he has also been involved with branston court...92 vyse st and drop forge....the aim is to keep as much of the old bulding as possible and this will include the spiral staircase in the tower..the windows and the caretakers house....it will a long project taking 2 to 3 years to complete and it has yet to be decided on what the building will be used for...have also been given permission to pop down anytime to take pics and get updates on progress....cant thank gerald enough for taking the time out to chat to me and for allowing me take some pics which are to follow..
lyn..