The owners of a country estate have teamed up with a descendant of its former owners.

Andrew and Louisa Godfrey bought the Grade II-listed Pool Park Estate, set in 26 acres of land in Ruthin, earlier this year with a vision to restore it to its former glory.

The estate was one of five deer parks associated with Ruthin Castle, previously owned by the Bagot family.

Andrew Godfrey and Charlie Bagot Jewitt at Pool Park Estate (Image: Supplied) Now, the Godfreys have formed a partnership with Commander Charlie Bagot Jewitt, a direct descendant of the Bagot family.

Mr Bagot Jewitt, who lives in Blithfield Hall, Staffordshire, has shown a keen interest in the restoration of the estate, which has stood empty since 1989.

Blithfield Hall (Image: Supplied) He has visited the property and shared historical information with the Godfreys.

Andrew Godfrey, managing director of the Godfrey Group, said: "It has been amazing to meet Charlie and his wife Cosy and to find out more about Pool Park Estate and the links with Blithfield Hall.

Andrew Godfrey and Charlie Bagot Jewitt on Charlie's visit to Pool Park Estate (Image: Supplied) "It’s an exciting union which will be invaluable in ensuring an authentic restoration."

The Godfreys aim to restore both the manor house and the gardens to their former state, preserving the history of the site for future generations.

An old image of the entrance hall (Image: Supplied) Mr Godfrey added: "We want more people to know about Pool Park Estate so that we can bring visitors to the area and help support local businesses in Ruthin and the surrounding areas."

The estate was sold out of the Bagot family's ownership in 1928 after the son and heir was killed in the First World War.

Andrew Godfrey in Blithfield Parish Church with Charlie Bagot Jewitt (Image: Supplied) Mr Bagot Jewitt said: "I’m delighted that Andrew and Louisa have taken on the restoration of what was once a magnificent family home belonging to the Bagot family.

"They have very impressive plans to save it."

Pool Park's mansion house (Image: Supplied) He is helping the Godfreys with historical information and has pointed out similar features in both properties, such as the wood panelling, to show where the inspiration came from.

Louisa Godfrey, a former headteacher, said: "Andrew and I have a real love for this property and a passion to see it brought back to its original state, as it would have looked when it was completed in 1829.

An old image of the front of the Manor House (Image: Supplied) "As custodians of this site, we believe it is our duty to understand and preserve its history for future generations."

The Godfreys plan to source period furniture to give the feeling of 'stepping back in time', and where important features have been lost, they propose to replicate these using the same materials, where possible.

For more information about the estate, visit their website.