Project to restore historic Edwardian glasshouses on the picturesque Welbeck Estate in Worksop

Notcutts Dukeries Garden Centre on the estate is collaborating with skilled architects and heritage experts to restore the Edwardian Messenger Glasshouses on the Welbeck Estate.

The restoration works are taking place behind protective screening. Windows have been introduced in the screening to allow customers to observe the work in progress.

The Edwardian Messenger Glasshouses, completed in the early 1900s under the instruction of the 6th Duke of Portland, were a welcome addition to the Kitchen Gardens created by the 5th Duke of Portland in the late 19th century.

The repair and restoration project aims to revitalise the Edwardian Messenger Glasshouses, ensuring they continue to serve as a focal point of horticultural excellence and inspiration for the community.

"We are thrilled to embark on this ambitious project to restore the Edwardian Messenger Glasshouses to their former glory," said Andrew Rawson, Garden Centre Manager at Notcutts Dukeries Garden Centre. "Our commitment to repairing and preserving this vital piece of our horticultural heritage aligns perfectly with our mission to inspire and delight garden enthusiasts of all ages. We look forward to sharing the progress and the beauty of the rejuvenated glasshouses with our community."

Notcutts Dukeries Garden Centre welcomes the local community and garden enthusiasts from afar to witness the transformation of the Edwardian Messenger Glasshouses at the Welbeck Estate. The restoration project is expected to be completed in spring 2024.

Notcutts Dukeries Garden Centre is on the Welbeck Estate, Welbeck, Worksop.