St Margaret’s Church Birmingham

St Margaret’s Church is a well-loved Grade II listed building. Built on the site of a 1516 church, the existing building was built in 1834. There are strong connections to William Hutton, the first Historian of Birmingham who bought the neighbouring Ward End Hall. Project Summary There is an unusual memorial to William Hutton inside […]

Walcot Hall Lincolnshire

Walcot Hall is a Grade I Listed Carolean country house, believed to have been designed by John Webb. In the past, the house has been owned by members of the Neville and Dearden families. Walcot Hall was used by the 67th Fighter Wing of the USAF in World War II, planning daylight raids over Germany […]

Apethorpe Hall Northamptonshire

Apethorpe Hall began life in the late 15th century and has played host to Queen Elizabeth I, King James I and King Charles I. After years of neglect and decay, it fell into total disrepair until 2004 when English Heritage stepped in to save it. Project Summary The team at Messenger have carried out various […]

Canons Ashby House Northamptonshire

Canons Ashby House dates back to the 16th century, a manor house first built using masonry from fallen priory buildings on the estate. The property evolved over time and was well cared for until it fell into decline through the 20th century. The estate was given to the National Trust in 1981. Project Summary Messenger […]