With hundreds of London's historic buildings at risk of destruction, Gyles Brandreth reports on the battle to save the capital's rich heritage from the scrap heap.
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Restoring London's Heritage
Duration: 01:46
Battersea Power Station plans
People are being urged to give their views on plans to restore and redevelop Battersea Power Station into shops and homes.
The first phase, which will see the vacant Grade II* listed power station and its chimneys restored, is expected to be completed by 2016.
Read the full story on the BBC News website.
Turner's London house faces restoration challenge
Sandycombe Lodge was the house built by the artist William Turner in Twickenham as a rural retreat almost 200 years ago.
Gyles Brandreth looks at the challenges faced by conservationists and the charitable trust which runs the building.
Watch the video feature on the BBC News website.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Gyles Brandreth |
| Producer | James Cameron |
| Executive Producer | Steve Fletcher |
