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Debbie Dance of the Oxford Preservation Trust unveils a treat for history lovers and encourages us to explore When I begin a book I have a habit of turning to the acknowledgements page. I like to think about how a book has come about, who encouraged it, helped with the research, who was trusted to read the early texts. It gives me some insight into the person writing and can read like a story within the story of its own. I wonder what the reader can tell from the acknowledgements in the Oxford Heritage Books. This series of six books, published by OPT over the past 10 years, belong to the author, and the illustrator, Malcolm Graham, and Edith Gollnast.
THE beauty of Oxford’s architecture is celebrated around the world. But vigilance is required to maintain the city’s unique streetscapes, historic fabric and natural corners, and to ensure any new additions enhance and improve the environment. It is a mission which the Oxford Preservation Trust, as watchdog for the city’s heritage, has embraced with zeal. The city has been tarnished with some hideous eyesores over the years, but the trust is intent on doing all it can to protect the best of our urban heritage and natural environment while celebrating good design. Every year the trust presents awards to the best new design projects, celebrating the positive contribution that high quality building and environmental projects can make to Oxford’s streets, quads and green spaces.
Frewin Quad plans At Frewin Quad, a total of 30 new student bedrooms can now be built, in a three-storey block where there is currently a small courtyard area. The plans for the quad also include refurbishing existing accommodation at Frewin Hall, a grade-II listed building. The ground floor of the hall will become a communal area, and the building’s Norman vaulted basement below ground will be used as study space. Philip Parker, the bursar of Brasenose College, said the site was an ‘under-recognised gem’ and would be enhanced by the plans.
A design drawing of Brasenose College’s plans for Frewin Quad. Picture: Oxford City Council