Watersmeet's roof appeal
Cream-tea lovers breathed a sigh of relief when Watersmeet was able to re-open, after it was forced to close in September 2016 due to extensive work needed to replace the entire roof. We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported the project – whether this was by visiting and enjoying a cream tea, or donating directly towards the roof fund.
The repairs were able to go ahead thanks to donations by the public to help raise the final funds needed to complete the project and a grant. We gathered at Watersmeet to take a special photograph in order to thank everyone who helped make it possible for the tea-room to remain open for future generations.
In total over £35,000 was raised towards the £150,000 cost of the roof. The money was raised through a combination of donations taken online and at Watersmeet house, and a £10,000 grant. We also gave visitors the unique chance to ‘sponsor a slate’ and leave a message on a roof tile which have been woven into the fabric of the house, becoming a part of Watersmeet’s history.
We had such a fantastic response, with people leaving messages for loved ones, some wedding proposals and so many poems and drawings. It’s been amazing to see how much Watersmeet House means to people.