The Spark and Splinter crafts centre seeks to accomplish two things, first of all to rejuvenate lost craftsmanship of the local area in a re-imagined form of the Gibside Estate stables. Not only will the centre incorporate workshops for resident craftsmen but also public workshops for people curious about medieval crafts. The second point the centre will provide is a re-establishment of a visual connection of the entire estate, utilising a viewing tower visitors will be able to see all of the interesting points of the estate and plan their walks and hikes from this central point.
