HISTORIANS are being urged to help preserve a reputed Civil War battle site in Guisborough.
Evidence that the battle of Stumps Cross began on the Chapel Beck site is required in order to have it included in the town's conservation area.
The move to protect the park followed a protest to halt proposed development of the land into a car park for council offices.
Although the scheme fell through when Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council bought the former Blackett Hutton foundry in Rectory Lane, concerns were raised over the area's long-term preservation.
Guisborough's conservation area stops just short of Chapel Beck. The Beck Side Park Protest Group wants to see it extended, but proof of scientific or historical significance is needed.
Although home to kingfishers and other wildlife, it would appear this is not enough.
Any local historians who may have more information on the area's Civil War past should call Stuart Burns on (01287) 636444.
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