article_snippet.sent: But now the medieval stronghold that has already endured so much is at risk of falling to a new army of invaders… which each measure less than half an inch long.
article_snippet.sent: A £5 million battle plan has been launched to repel the insect attackers, with structural engineers and historical building specialists hoping to repair the damage.
article_snippet.sent: The damage is caused by their larvae, which burrow inside the wood, weakening their as their go.
article_snippet.sent: But the 800-year-old mansion needs a major overhaul to eliminate the threat posed by the beetles .
highlights_snippet.sent: The 12th-century building is having The 12th-century building timbers weakened by the insects .
  