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Portmore, had been built within Belfield's grounds as a school. Further parts of the grounds were sold throughout the 20th century,
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In 2004, the house was sold to new owners Colin Grove and Jan Biggs, who then embarked on a major restoration project from 2005. The work was carried out by architects John Stark & Crickmay
Partnership and builders R. Moulding & Co. Some of the work included restoration of the exterior
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detailing, full re-roofing, and timber repairs. Upon completion, the restoration received the
Weymouth Civic Society Award for 2010. The society described the house as being "probably Weymouth's finest and most important Georgian house".
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in 1953. Belfield's former coach-house and stables have also been Grade II listed since 1974. They have now been converted into three residences.
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