Major Midlands Tourist Site Gets Approval For Conservation Works

Preserving the roof and repairs to stonework are among the measures included.

Major Conservation Improvement Works have been approved for one of the midlands most popular tourist attractions.

Laois Country Council approved the work for Emo Court House, which will now go out to tender. 

Works to be carried out include preserving the roof structures, restoration of the east and west wing roofs, and repairs to stonework on the building.

Junior Foreign Affairs Minister and Laois Offaly Fianna Fáil TD Sean Fleming says the attraction is a great asset to the Midlands. 

The approved works will include:

·      Preserving the roof structures on Emo Court House;

·      Renovation of flat roofs;

·      Restoration and preservation of the existing steel windows;

·      Restoration of the east and west wing roofs, along with repair of all natural slate;

·      Repairs to stonework on the building and;

·      The preservation of the chimney stacks.

More from Midlands News

Download Our App