Part of Long Stratton's history could be rebuilt after hundreds of villagers signed a petition calling for it to be restored.

The historic Ice House, which is more than 200-years-old, succumbed to sub-zero temperatures when it collapsed three months ago.

But the listed red brick domed building could be brought back to life after more than 500 people put their names on a petition.

The future of the landmark, which turned into rubble on New Year's Eve, was discussed by Long Stratton Parish Councillors on Monday who voted to seek quotes on the cost of the restoration work.

The council is set to make a decision at their next meeting at the end of the month as to whether they go ahead with the works.

Evelyn Riches, clerk of Long Stratton Parish Council, said the council was struggling to establish the owner of the Ice House, which is not listed in land registry records. She added that South Norfolk Council had the powers to compulsory purchase the building and transfer it to the care of the parish.

Peter Adams, owner of Bekays DIY and Hardware, which is next to the historic building, said he was pleased that something was being done following its collapse.

'I collected over 500 signatures to save the Ice House and there has been an awful lot of interest in it. Lots of people locally would like to see a rebuild as it was a feature and a piece of history. It would be a shame to see it not reconstructed,' he said.

The town centre building, off the A140, originally served a former manor house which was demolished more than 50 years ago.

The Ice House had been placed on Norfolk's historic buildings at risk register after falling into a poor condition. Long Stratton Parish Council had tried for years to acquire the aged building, but have struggled to find any record of its owner.