A TELEVISION production company is looking for owners of derelict, historic buildings in need of restoration.

A spokesperson for the company said: In parts of West Devon there are spectacular historic properties that are at risk of being lost forever.

'These buildings are part of our identity; they are the portals of our history, the keepers of our past. Without our protection we'll not only be losing bricks and mortar, but their histories as well.

'We would like to find owners of derelict, historic homes for a new BBC television series, and follow them as they save these architectural gems from ruin and restore them into wonderful 21st century homes, whilst turning detective to unravel the properties' extraordinary lives. What secrets do these houses hold? What events happened? Who lived there over generations? How was the property used?'

The restoration process will bring to light the difficult decisions about what ought to be saved and what can be sacrificed to make way for a 21st century home.'

'At the end of it all, we'll see an important historical property saved from dereliction and brought back to life to become a wonderful home once more.'

If you are renovating a property, are interested in being part of the series and want to discover more about its structural and social history, please call 03335 777 740 or e-mail them at [email protected]">[email protected]ith your name and a few details of your property.