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Dickens’ writing chalet added to England’s heritage at risk register

The chalet in Rochester and Hastings Castle are among 197 sites added to Historic England’s register. The list now has 4,991 entries, while 85 sites have been removed after work to address their risks.

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  • Charles Dickens’ writing chalet and Hastings Castle are among 197 sites added to Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register, which identifies places threatened by decay, neglect or inappropriate development. The Art NewspaperThe Guardian

  • The chalet is in poor condition, with timber decay and structural problems preventing public access. Medway Council has secured a £240,000 grant to develop restoration plans, alongside council funding and a contribution from the Dickens Fellowship. The StandardThe Independent

  • Hastings Castle is vulnerable to storms and coastal erosion. The register also includes Fylingdales Moor, where a wildfire damaged historic sites and natural landscapes. The StandardThe Art NewspaperThe Guardian