AN iconic piece of the Inverness skyline has been restored for the first time in 13 years – after the second tower roof at the former Craig Dunain Hospital was hoisted into place.

The move, which took place earlier today (Thursday), comes almost a year after the first was lifted into place, and 13 years after the 2007 fire which tore through the 19th century building.

Now redubbed Great Glen Hall by housing developer Robertson Homes, the site is part of a £13 million restoration project of the historic buildings into a number of private homes and apartments.

And at around 11am, the second tower was topped off by its 20 ton slate roof.

Jim Smith, Contracts Manager at Robertson Homes said: “Restoring the two towers to their former glory was one of our greatest challenges but Metalwork UK in Tain have come up trumps for the second time, designing a prefabricated steel and slated structure to the original design.

“It’s a huge logistical exercise but... Inverness will once again look up to the imposing skyline which has been a notable part of the city for 150 years.”

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The first residents are already living in Great Glen Hall where a selection of one, two and three bedroom apartments, plus three bedroom townhouses and bungalows, opened 18 months ago and are already 50 per cent sold out.

Regional sales manager, Jacqui McPherson said, “Buyers love the outlook and the solidity of homes at Great Glen Hall and our designers have worked hard to marry unique features into the fabric of contemporary life. Each home is completely unique.”

Prices start from £150,000 and further information is available at www.robertsonhomes.co.uk.

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