The denizens of Kirk Lane are unhappy that the stone wall on the hall side is not to be replaced even minimally. But apparently a wall is to be erected (using stones from the old one) along the front. Paving is taking place as you can see. Cheaper than tarmac but I wonder if it will stand up to too many cars using it as hard standing. More controversially the area behind on the higher ground is being fenced off with a rustic plastic fence. Plastic? Apparently wood is no longer cool. This, we are assured, will look more like wood than wood does and no rain forests will be devastated for it. A bit like faux fur I suppose.

No one is claiming that the Hall is a thing of beauty. But a joy for ever?

Note the storm clouds gathering over the roof. An Omen?

Or what?