AN EXPERT is being drafted in to help preserve some of Wellington’s heritage.

Historic England has agreed to fund the cost of an expert, with contributions from Taunton Deane Borough Council, to target the “crumbling” former mill buildings, Tonedale and Toneworks, as well as Cornhill in the centre of the town, and the monument.

Leader of Taunton Deane Borough Council, Cllr John Williams, said: “Wellington’s heritage is extremely important both locally and nationally. I am delighted that Historic England has agreed to help fund an expert who will be able to focus on conservation and in particular this very significant historic Fox’s mill complex besides the all-important Cornhill.

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“A great deal of hard work has been done to reach this point – it’s really good news for Wellington. We are proud of our local history and hope real progress can be made in preserving this all important industrial heritage.”

Cllr Bob Bowrah,, chairman of the council’s planning committee and Wellington ward member, said: “This news is very welcome for our town. We have an outstanding industrial heritage and I hope this marks the first step in preserving what we can for future generations.”

The project manger role is currently being recruited.