The Tower Project
The Tower Project
The project to restore our beautiful spire and tower is underway. These repairs will protect the historic architecture and enable safe access to the garden for all to enjoy. We anticipate the works to run from February to October 2025. We apologise for any inconvenience during this time.
Project timeline
ArtArchitects ground-level inspection & preliminary drawings
ArtArchitects appointed for repair project
Measured survey of the tower and spire
Drone survey of the tower and spire
QS Budget estimate
CCCT Fundraising launched
Cherrypicker inspection – garden closed
Q&A session for local community
Netting measurement
ArtArchitects Stage 2 Report published
Confirmation of the Brief & Programme, Appointment of Consultants
Netting installation, garden reopening
Completion of Technical Design
Technical design, DAC application, issued for tender
Tender Returns Received
Preferred Contractor Identified
Contract negotiations and Award of Contract
Commencement of Site Work
Practical completion
News and updates
Since the start of works, the following progress has been made:
- Site fully established
- Scaffolding erected externally on North, East, and partially West elevations up to louvred windows.
- Internal scaffolding, including back propping beneath North elevation and birdcage scaffold, installed.
- Netting of the spire removed as scaffolding progresses.
- Steeplejack ladders and window guards removed; internal chimney dismantled.
Scaffolding has progressed on the North, East, and part of the West elevations up to the louvred windows, with work continuing towards the spire. Internally, back propping and a birdcage scaffold have been installed. The scaffolding is expected to be completed by the 25th of April so the restoration work can begin.
• Scaffolding was completed and handed over to the contractor on 16th of May.
• Gable wall scaffolding is currently being designed.
• An asbestos survey of the tower and spire is happening on the 22nd of May.
• Stone cleaning to commence on the 26th of May
The initial stone cleaning is complete and the repointing has been started. The architect has marked up stones to replace. The gable scaffolding has been designed.
The chancel gable scaffolding has been completed and the cleaning finished. Spire and tower stones to be replaced have been identified. Grotesque figures sketch designs have been proposed. Clay mock-ups will be prepared by September.