BNPS.co.uk (01202 558833)<br /> Pic: AlexanderBagnall/BNPS<br /> <br /> 2009 the Hope Mausoleum had almost entered the underworld...<br /> <br /> Back from the dead - Before and after photos show how a 19th century mausoleum was brought back from the underworld thanks to a life saving restoration. <br /> <br /> Hope Mausoleum in Dorking, Surrey, was erected as a stately tomb in 1818 but 60 years ago it fell into disrepair and became buried by soil. <br /> <br /> However, following the recent completion of an extensive restoration the Grade II listed building has been returned to its former glory. <br /> <br /> Proprietors Mole Valley District Council spearheaded the project after employee Alex Bagnall discovered the tip of the building while investigating the surrounding area. <br /> <br /> After securing a &pound;1m grant from the heritage lottery fund the project began, with architects, stonemasons, ground workers and volunteers all descending on the historic plot.
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