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The future of the Lilleshall Monument has been safeguarded
in a legal move by Telford & Wrekin Council.
The 70-foot high local landmark which stands on top of
Lilleshall Hill was erected in honour of the Duke of Sutherland in
1833 but was beginning to crack and was under threat of
destabilisation.
Whilst the monument was located on land owned by the Duke of
Sutherland, it was unclear who actually owned the monument and
consequently, who was responsible for its maintenance.
Following a recommendation from the Scrutiny Commission for
Environment & Regeneration, the Council has worked closely with
Lilleshall and Donnington Parish Council to determine who legally
owns the monument.
After approaching the Duke of Sutherland, the Council has
successfully succeeded in transferring the title to the monument
and the land immediately surrounding it to the Council.
Council Leader, Cllr Andrew Eade, said: "The Lilleshall Monument
is an important landmark in the borough and one that should be
preserved for future generations. By legally transferring the
monument's deeds to the Council, we have successfully safeguarded
its future and its place on Lilleshall
hill." |