The Great House Revival on SBS – Architect Hugh Wallace follows the progress of six restoration projects across Ireland, as owners reclaim buildings on the brink of ruin, to create spaces which they hope will become their dream homes.
All over Ireland there are properties in need of serious repair and The Great House Revival champions the bravery of those willing to take them on. But restoring old buildings is never easy and the series charts the highs and lows of battling old buildings with limited budgets, tight timeframes and the relentless challenges which emerge on such complicated building projects.
Season Three, Episode Six: Sigginstown, Co Wexford
Historic re-enactors Liz and Gordon Jones have travelled from Connecticut in the USA to create their retirement home in an Irish castle.
It’s roofless and looks like it might be blown down by the next gust of wind, but they buy Sigginstown Castle in Co Wexford and spend three years lovingly restoring it.
The Great House Revival – Final Episode – Monday, 31 July at 8.40pm on SBS and SBS on Demand (6 Parts)
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