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Threat to slabs of heritage

Language: English Series: Times ; Weekend 28 October 1995, 4(1)Publication details: 1995Subject(s): Summary: A survey by the Countryside Commission reveals that only 13% of 70,000 miles of drystone wall are in a tolerable condition. Grants for repairs do not cover the cost involved. Arguments for new measures to ensure drystone walls do not disappear are examined.

A survey by the Countryside Commission reveals that only 13% of 70,000 miles of drystone wall are in a tolerable condition. Grants for repairs do not cover the cost involved. Arguments for new measures to ensure drystone walls do not disappear are examined.