The Ugly Duckling : Ornithological footnote

To illustrate the transformation we are expecting, two specimens from a clear crisp sunny morning in Tatton Park. We doubt the container will float this well, but the general principle stands.

The Ugly Duckling : Moving Pictures

Shed, no tears - though Henry did feel the pressure.

Oops! #1

Drainage channels on site. Upon inspection, however, the gratings that sit on top of the channel will not do; spent grain & yeast sludge will clog. The ones we want are not available in the U.K., so we start negotiating with our cousins over the pond...

The Ugly Duckling : Chapter 1

This tatty chappy will be given a new coat and insulated lining to become our cold store for casks ready for the dray. Good deal and excellent service from Pennine Services.

Are the Visigoths next?

Early start on site this morning to survey for boiler installation. Unfortunately we discovered a vandalised digger outside the neighbouring unit, which had itself been dented and spastically damaged. A few other properties on the estate had suffered similar mindless muggings, but no major losses.
Our contractors helped our neighbour break into his own office through the damaged door. When I asked the policeman who attended if, with the property vulnerable, the police could provide extra security overnight. Well, no. Remind me : what do we pay business rates for? Perhaps the Police Pledge will improve things.

Groundbreaking!

Groundworks started, cutting the drainage trench and digging the inspection chamber.

We also dug up a rather neat Toyota electric forklift; now all we need is some electricity. If anyone can recommend a cheap, environmentally-friendly and efficient electricity supplier, we - and the rest of the nation - would love to hear from you.

Baby Steps - Refurbishment done...

Following clean-up and a splash of paint, the premises are looking ready to be made into a brewery :