The conservation of the castle is a major project. We are tackling it in phases and have completed phases one and two. Now the consultation is complete and when we have reached our funding goals, we will be moving onto phase three.
Previous Phases
Phases one and two were carried out between 2011 and 2016.
The work included:
- Setting up and protecting the site with a compound, site hut, and scaffolding.
- Poisoning the ivy on the south elevation and the removal of the ivyand other vegetation.
- Repairs to the SW corner and entrance wall, high level masonry consolidation, props to vaults, repairing the wall walk and wall heads.
- Controlling the ivy and other vegetation.
- Turf capping of the walls.
- A new bridge across the River Lachlan and improvements to paths included a new path to connect Kilmorie Chapel to the coastal walks and a heritage trail.
- Interpretation and signage were designed and installed.
- A programme of activities and events provided learning opportunities and raisedthe profile of the site to new and regular visitors.
Current Phase
In phases one and two some 15% of the old castle wall surface was completed. It is hoped we will complete the balance of 85% in this phase.
The work undertaken in phase three will include:
- Work on the NW and NE elevations.
- Further repairs and consolidation to the walls, vaulted rooms, the well, north and south staircases, fireplace and general masonry.
- Improvements to allow further access inside the castle such as staircases, handrails, platforms and gallery.
- Path and landscape improvements.
