What are the main aims of the Gorebridge CARS?

• To preserve and enhance the character of Gorebridge Conservation Area
• To repair and enhance the fabric and character of historic buildings
• To reinstate architectural detail
• To improve the Main Street in Gorebridge Conservation Area
• To involve the local community and improve the knowledge and understanding of the history and heritage of the area
• To increase knowledge and expertise in traditional building skills, to encourage the use of appropriate repair and restoration methods, materials and techniques
• To encourage additional investment in Gorebridge
• To ensure that the project is sustainable and provides for the future of Gorebridge
• A repairs programme for historic buildings to include a priority project and a small grants scheme.
• Community engagement through providing training opportunities in traditional construction skills and through education programmes
• Public realm improvements adjacent to Newbyres Hall.

In order to achieve the above the main elements of the scheme are:

 Gorebridge has one priority project, Newbyres Hall and the smaller grants will be offered to identified eligible properties (see grants section).