Retrieved 2009-12-14. Good Hartside Primary Academy (1.6mi.) Although situated on the A68, the main road to Edinburgh, the cottage itself is a haven of tranquility with double glazing throughout. She went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed for our stay. "After the D-Day Invasion in June 1944, increasing numbers of German POWs were trans-shipped to Britain, although the main movements were from the near-Continent and North America after May 1945 (Table 1).
Rumours abound from ex-Guards, ex-PoWs and local residents alike, claiming the fence was not there to keep the PoWs in but to keep the girls out! Check in was easy, WiFi was fast and reliable. Whether you're a couple, family or individual, I would highly recommend this property to suit your needs. A charming, cosy traditional cottage dating back to 1870 in the small hamlet of Fir Tree, Crook. Raine stated that this would have continued a tradition of food production at the site.1. . Contrary to popular belief, there were no guard towers at Harperley, as prisoners held there were considered low risk 'White' category PoWs. On my two nights, the starry sky was stunning. Lots of local info in leaflets in the house too.”No. The cottage was immaculately presented and we received a friendly welcome. Looking for more real estate to buy? There were no women so female characters had to be played by the prisoners using donated and re-tailored costumes and dresses. Food was lovely. Find homes from £65,000 on a map of Fir Tree, Crook. The facia above the stage was adorned with theatrical masks and scroll work fabricated from papier-mâché and coated in gold paint 'donated' by the last Commandant, Lieutenant Colonel George Kinnear Stobart.The PoWs were very talented and most of the productions were written by themselves. The camp was overgrown and has since been cleared of extensive weeds and undergrowth. Notice the spectators on the hill top watching an ongoing The parade ground is situated between the inner gate and spans approximately ⅔ the width of the PoW compound in a southerly direction. He remained in command until the last repatriated PoW was released and the camp was officially disbanded in 1948. The Fir Tree development is being marketed in partnership with our appointed local agents Venture Properties, 1 The Royal Corner, Crook, Co Durham, DL15 9UA. To this day, 49 buildings remain in varying states of decay and disrepair; the buildings were originally expected to last about 15 years.
I live 3 miles away but am always on hand if needed.“Cathy has put a lot of thought into everything you might need for a break away from home, down to providing milk for a cuppa and a well equipped kitchen.
James and Lisa MacLeod purchased Harperley late in 2001. However, PoWs received only approximately 5% of that fee, dependent on their skills, anything from 6d to 6/- a week (2½p to 30p). It shows the successfully converted interior of a MoW (Ministry of War) Standard Hut incorporating a Stage (with Prompt Box and Orchestra Pit) and tiered auditorium flooring. On the eastern side is the first building, the Camp Committee hut, and running south, the Kitchen (To the west, the first building is the Reception/Medical Centre (a complex of three interlinked buildings), and running south, the Showers (The murals in this building are unique, valuable and extremely delicate, as they were first drawn and then painted onto the now fragile fibreboard covering the concrete walling panels. 10minute stroll to local country pubs. Also in here are the window dressings made from hardboard, pinned to a lath frame surrounding the existing window, then decorated in the style and fashion of the day using 'relocated' materials.The current owners, Lisa and James Macleod, state that the murals appear to be the work of only one of Harperley's German interns whose identity currently remains unknown, save for his disguised initials, M R, in the English-titled 'Foals in the Meadow', which can be seen in the bottom right corner.
In its heyday, in 1940s wartime Britain, it was not just a popular venue for the PoWs, but also for invited Guards, Officers and the local community as well.
It was decorated in the style of the day using painted Hessian sacking with accompanying adapted wall lighting.
The original interior and exterior paintwork remain extensive throughout; their composition is reputed to have a high lead content (that is why guides always advise visitors to wash their hands thoroughly after each camp tour). Conclusion: In summary, it can be argued that the main See 18 results for Property for sale in Fir Tree at the best prices, with the cheapest property starting from £125,000. Stunning scenery from the garden, in an area of outstanding natural beauty with excellent walks from the doorstep.