Sussex Heritage Trust announces new headline sponsor for prestigious Awards
On Wednesday 23rd March, the 2022 Sussex Heritage Trust Awards were formally launch at Drew’s Barn sponsored by Toovey’s. The Awards celebrate the very best of conservation, restoration and good design of newly built projects across Sussex, as well as encouraging the use of traditional skills and crafts.
Drew’s Barn won two Sussex Heritage Trust Awards in the Building Craft and Commercial categories last year. The Barn, which is part of the world famous Warnham Deer Park in Horsham, was a dilapidated, 350-year-old traditional oak Sussex barn. To be restored, the barn was dismantled and assessed, with any replacement timbers crafted from green-oak milled from die-back trees within the park.
The launch saw the exciting announcement of a new headline sponsor, Irwin Mitchell, the national law firm supporting individuals, families and businesses with a comprehensive range of legal and financial planning solutions.
Lee Harding, Head of Business Development, for Irwin Mitchell said:
“We have a proud history of supporting the legal and financial needs of families and businesses across Sussex and beyond. We are delighted to be headline sponsors of the prestigious Sussex Heritage Trust Awards and be at the forefront of supporting craftmanship and heritage in this county.”
Guests were welcomed to Drew’s Barn by Chairman of the Sussex Heritage Trust, Simon Knight and hosts, Jonathan and Caroline Lucas.
Simon Knight DL, said:
“The achievement of Jonathan and Caroline Lucas in the restoration of Drew’s Barn is exemplary, showcasing imaginative and thoughtful construction. The launch of the 2022 Sussex Heritage Trust Awards is an important occasion to mark the very best of architecture and design. This, of course, would not be possible without our new headline sponsor Irwin Mitchell, who I thank alongside all our friends and sponsors of the Awards.”
The Sussex Heritage Trust Awards will be presented by President of the Trust, Lord Egremont, on Wednesday 6th July 2022 at Pangdean Old Barn, Pyecombe. For further details about the Awards please go visit our Awards information or email office@sussexheritagetrust.org.uk
