Donisthorpe building

One thing I did wonder about this area of demolition was why certain building had been left standing whilst others (even though they appear to have been empty for quite some time) have been left standing.

Of particular interest is the old Donisthorpe and Co. Factory building.  It turns out that this building is Grade II listed, which would explain why it is still standing.

Interestingly, the reason that the gates are concreted together is because this area was regularly being used by travellers and gypsies, which the city council wasn't too happy with.  To prevent them settling here, the whole area has either been fenced off or concreate mounds have been put in to prevent access by motorhomes and caravans.