Former blacksmiths workshop to be converted into modern office building

A former blacksmiths workshop in a Peterborough village will be converted into a modern office building.

The workshop named The Smithy on Gas Lane, Thorney, once formed part of the neighbouring garage but is now vacant and in a state of disrepair.

It was built in the mid-19th century and operated as a busy working forge until the previous owner's retirement. A planning application submitted by Thorney Properties was approved on September 19, allowing the refurbishment of the building ready for an accountancy company to move in.

"The proposed conversion will renovate the existing building, vastly improving its visual appearance and general health," planning documents stated.

"This will be to the benefit of the integrity of the conservation area in which the building is located."

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