SPECIALIST help is being drafted in to help in the major task of preserving some of Wellington’s heritage.

Historic England has agreed to fund most of the costs of an expert, with the balance met by Taunton Deane Borough Council, to focus on how the town’s rich heritage can be saved for future generations.

Work will be targeted at the crumbling former mill buildings – Tonedale and Toneworks – as well as Cornhill in the centre of Wellington and Wellington Monument.

Leader of Taunton Deane Borough Council Cllr John Williams said: “Wellington’s heritage is extremely important both locally and nationally. I am delighted that Historic England has agreed to help fund an expert who will be able to focus on conservation and in particular the very significant historic Fox’s mill complex besides the all-important Cornhill.

“A great deal of hard work has been done to reach this point – it’s really good news for Wellington. We are proud of our local history and hope real progress can be made in preserving this all-important industrial heritage.”

For the full story, see this week’s Wellington Weekly News.