More than 260 people packed Farnham Maltings to learn about plans to restore one of the town’s most treasured historic buildings.

Residents and heritage enthusiasts attended Another Brick in the Wall: Restoring Willmer House for an evening exploring the history and conservation of the Grade I listed Georgian townhouse.

Willmer House, home to the Museum of Farnham, is particularly noted for its historic brickwork and is the focus of a conservation-led restoration project.

The free event was organised by Waverley Borough Council and The Farnham Society as part of the Every Brick Counts campaign, which is raising support for the work.

A panel featured conservation consultant Graham Abrey, historic brick conservator Emma Simpson MBE and local historian and author Dr Roy Waight.

Visitors heard about the architectural significance of Willmer House, the challenges involved in restoring historic buildings and some of the lesser-known stories from its past.

Historic photographs, architectural images and illustrations were also used to tell the story of the building.

Richard Hunt chair of The Farnham Society, said: “We were delighted to see so many people attending the 'Another Brick in the Wall event'. Not only did this show the real interest that exists in understanding the incredible challenges involved in restoration of amazing buildings such as we have in Farnham but it served as a real showcase for the talents of the people who undertake this work.

“As someone said to me 'I never thought bricks could be so interesting'.

“We are lucky to have this varied and noteworthy heritage in Farnham. We must do what we can during our time to pass it on to future generations. Monday evening demonstrated both the interest to do so and the challenge.”

The Every Brick Counts campaign allows supporters to sponsor a brick towards the restoration.