Two years ago, couple sold everything to buy 300-year-old abandoned English mansion Duncombe House and uncovered hidden treasures during Staffordshire property restoration

(Photo: Duncombe House Diaries)From crumbling mansion to restoration projectDuncombe House had stood abandoned before the couple took on its ambitious restoration. (Photo: Duncombe House Diaries)More than 1,000 hours spent restoring bay windowsThe couple documented their two-year restoration journey at 300-year-old Duncombe House in Staffordshire. (Photo: Duncombe House Diaries)Hidden treasures reveal mansion's forgotten historyThe couple uncovered old maps, books, furniture and other forgotten treasures inside the mansion. (Photo: Duncombe House Diaries)Police called after discovery of century-old gunpowderCouple face freezing winters and major restoration costsThe 300-year-old Duncombe House revealed hidden treasures as the couple restored the property. (Photo: Duncombe House Diaries)Restoration takes a physical tollSocial media brings unexpected breakthroughDuncombe House finally begins to feel like homeFrom an abandoned mansion to a painstaking restoration, the couple are bringing Duncombe House back to life.

Source: Times of India September 11, 2026 21:18 UTC