Abbotsford

This is a fascinating, behind the scenes, look at the multi million pound restoration and renovation of Abbotsford House - home of Sir Walter Scott. The project, which took place between 2011 and 2013, was documented by professional photographers Sheila and Harry Scott, giving the reader a before and after look at Scotts Abbotsford. Written pieces by some of the experts involved, describe in detail the necessary work they did to restore historic wall paintings, stained glass, stonework, and interiors. The surprising finds, the problems faced and overcome by the builders, and the story of the safe removal of Scott's large collection of books and artefacts is also covered in detailed for the reader.