Birthplace of Brontë sisters 'saved for future generations' thanks to funding
Birthplace of Brontë sisters 'saved for future generations' thanks to funding
Image source, Sam Roberts and Jack PetersBy Ian YoungsEntertainment and arts journalist
The house where the Brontë sisters were born was "saved for future generations" after receiving government funding, campaigners said.
The literary sisters Charlotte, Emily and Anne Bronte were born in the terraced house at Thornton, near Bradford in West Yorkshire, between 1816 and 1820.
The building part of dozens of historic and community buildings which will share a £25 million “levelling up” fund.
Its £240,000 grant will enable it to 'to be renovated and open to the public.
The house was previously in private hands, it will now become a "community events space" which will "enhance cohesion social and will boost local tourism,” said the Department of Upgrading, Housing and Communities (DLUHC).
Steven Stanworth, vice-president of Bronte Birthplace Limited, said the funding was "fantastic news" and would mean it could open in time for Bradford's year as a UK City of Culture in 2025.
Image source, Sam Roberts and Jack PetersBy Ian YoungsEntertainment and arts journalist
The house where the Brontë sisters were born was "saved for future generations" after receiving government funding, campaigners said.
The literary sisters Charlotte, Emily and Anne Bronte were born in the terraced house at Thornton, near Bradford in West Yorkshire, between 1816 and 1820.
The building part of dozens of historic and community buildings which will share a £25 million “levelling up” fund.
Its £240,000 grant will enable it to 'to be renovated and open to the public.
The house was previously in private hands, it will now become a "community events space" which will "enhance cohesion social and will boost local tourism,” said the Department of Upgrading, Housing and Communities (DLUHC).
Steven Stanworth, vice-president of Bronte Birthplace Limited, said the funding was "fantastic news" and would mean it could open in time for Bradford's year as a UK City of Culture in 2025.
Image source, Sam Roberts and Jack Peters
