Civic Society Awards

Hertford Civic Society presented their 2011 awards at Hertford Castle yesterday eveing, with two projects winning accolades. The redevelopment of Bircherlety Court in the town centre and  extensions to Warren Lodge on Port Hill received awards from the Civic Society

The Oasis Café at the Methodist Church in Ware Road was also highly commended, as were the changes to Castle Hall to create Hertford Theatre.

A report prepared by a Panel of Judges led by Russell Craig also gave special mention to the repair and refurbishment of the Clock at the former Christs Hospital, extensions at Westfield House, 54 West Street and the repainting of Lussmanns.

Schemes and projects examined by the Panel involved the new public library, a restaurant, a theatre, a day centre, a sea cadet facility, residential extensions and new residential accommodation.

Panel chairman Russ Craig presents an award to Colin Smart and Graham Peel of architects Kyle Smart Associates for the redevelopment of Bircherley Court

The Civic Society Awards have been made since 1973. The purpose of the Awards is to give recognition to those who serve well the cause of improving the environment and amenities of Hertford and thus to encourage others who are in a position to improve the town to act responsibly.