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In Pictures: Dunster Castle roof

View of the interior of Dunster Castle roof during restoration, from castle estate

Changes made in the 19th Century have caused drainage problems.

View of the interior of Dunster Castle roof during restoration, from castle estate

The addition of crennallations means rainwater cannot drain away.

View of the interior of Dunster Castle roof during restoration, from castle estate

Scaffolding will remain on the mansion until summer 2008.

View of the interior of Dunster Castle roof during restoration, from castle estate

Infestations of deathwatch beetle have been discovered.

View of the interior of Dunster Castle roof during restoration, from castle estate

The cost of the restoration has risen to about £900,000.

View of the interior of Dunster Castle roof during restoration, from castle estate

The castle is more than 1,000 years old.



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