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ELY CATHEDRAL

QUINQUENNIAL INSPECTION REPORT

AUGUST 2016

ELY CATHEDRAL 2016 QUINQUENNIAL INSPECTION REPORT

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Jane Kennedy

Purcell, 1 Quayside, Bridge Street, Cambridge, CB5 8AB

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CONTENTS

A. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS 4

1. Introduction 4 2. Recommendations for Repairs 6

B. DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS 13

3. West Tower 13 4. North West Transept 15 5. Galilee Porch 15 6. South West Transept 17 7. Nave 18 8. North Transept 20 9. South Transept 21 10. Octagon and Lantern 23 11. Choir 25 12. Lady Chapel 27 13. Monuments 30 14. Furnishings and Fittings 30 15. Floors and Ledger Slabs 39 16. Electrical Installation 48 17. Fire 49 18. Heating 49 19. Drainage 49 20. Health and Safety 49 21. Organ 50 22. Disabled Access 50 23. Window Condition Survey 51

C. APPENDICES 63

1. Photographs 63 2. Drawings 74 3. Survey of Floor Levels 75 4. Report on Tie Bars in West Tower 76 5. Monuments, Programme of Repairs and Conservation 77


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A. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATIONS

1. INTRODUCTION

This is a report of an inspection of Ely Cathedral as required under the terms of the Cathedrals' Measure 2016. The last quinquennial was carried out in 2011.

Major repairs were carried out to the cathedral from 1987-2001, since that time the building has had a number of further repair contracts and has been well maintained.

The 2016 survey has covered the whole building but only from the ground or from other places easily reached. Inaccessible voids were not opened up. Woodwork or other parts of the structure which are covered, unexposed or inaccessible were not inspected and cannot be assumed to be free of defect.

I have included in an appendix a levels survey and survey of the West Tower ties undertaken with the Engineering Department of Cambridge University in 2012.

1.1 Description of the Cathedral

The first building on the site of Ely Cathedral was founded as a monastery for 50 monks and nuns by Etheldreda in 673. Following destruction by the Danes an Abbey was re-founded under Benedictine rule in 970. The present cathedral dates from 1081 when William I appointed his kinsman Simeon as Abbot. Simeon had commenced the Choir (which had an apsidal east end) and the transepts before his death in 1093. The earliest surviving parts of the Cathedral are therefore the North and South Transepts.

Building continued westwards in the 12th century and by 1200 the nave and western transepts and west tower were completed. The upper octagonal section of the tower was added in the 14th century. In the 13th century Bishop Northwold lengthened the Choir. This was completed by 1252 and the six eastern bays remain largely as constructed by Northwold.

In 1321 the Lady Chapel was begun but work must have been interrupted by the collapse of the central Crossing Tower, and the subsequent building of the Octagon and rebuilding of three western bays of the Choir which were complete by 1350. The Lady Chapel was not completed until 1353.

A collapse in the north west corner of the North Transept resulted in its rebuilding in 1699. Other restorations were carried out by James Essex in the 18th and early 19th centuries (the Choir roof and East End, and the Octagon and Lantern and removal of a spire from the west tower). A room above the Galilee was removed by James Wyatt, and in the later 19th century, Gilbert Scott carried out major restorations. In the 20th century work was carried out under the direction of S. Dykes Bower, D. Purcell and P. Miller.

Between 1970 and 2001 major repairs were undertaken to the west tower, nave roof, North nave aisle, Lady Chapel, the East End and Choir, the South Transept, the Octagon and Lantern, the south west transept and south and Galilee Porches. The cathedral was re-wired and re-lit in 1996.

Almost all of the above projects were generously grant aided by English Heritage.

The Processional Way was built in 2001 and the Lady Chapel was re-paved and heated in 2002. Masonry repairs were undertaken to the South Transept in 2010 and 2015 and to the North Transept in 2006 and 2014. Further rewiring works are currently underway.

1.2 Work undertaken since previous survey

Rewiring of ground floor (North side) North Transept: Masonry and glazing repairs to W and N faces South Transept: Masonry and glazing repairs to S & E faces South Transept east aisle: Introduction of mezzanine floor in former library South Transept triforium: Remodelling of S wall walkway Refectory external doors and paving.


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1.3 Summary

The cathedral is in good order – no doubt in as good condition as it was at the conclusion of repair and re-ordering in the nineteenth century. The only major area needing repair is the South Nave Aisle.

However there remains, as always, a good deal of minor work and maintenance to undertake. Pigeons have again colonised the West Tower and the Choir and much cleaning and a managed scheme of deterrence is urgently needed.

1.4 Acknowledgements

This quinquennial inspection has been undertaken under my direction but with assistance from colleagues at Purcell who spent two days here in August as part of a cathedral quinquennial inspection course. They are Stephanie Norris, Claudia Marx, Jodie Edwards and Charlotte Pession, and the sections they contributed to are the Nave, Choir, Lady Chapel, the North and South Transepts, Glazing and Furnishings. I am grateful to have seen the cathedral through their fresh pairs of eyes and also for the help and guidance of the cathedral staff: operations team, vergers and the Clerk of the Works.

Jane Kennedy Surveyor to the Fabric


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2. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REPAIRS

R1 Work which must be carried out as a matter of urgency (U) Text Reference

Price if work carried out by contractor (£)

Chapter/ Workforce

R1.1 Repair damage to clock bell housing. 3.1.1

R1.2 Steeplejacks to replace missing guards to W. Tower NE turret. Contractors to remove pigeons and guano from turret downwards, Norman gutter and walkways. and S Transept turrets etc, Octagon, Choir, Galilee

3.1.3 & 3.1.4-5 9.2.4, 10.1.1 & 3, 11.1.1 & 4, 5.1.5 & 7

10,000

R1.3 Steeplejacks to clear S.W. Transept turret roof gutters. 6.1.1 1,000

R1.4 Ensure no cathedral staff or contractors smoke within the cathedral. 6.3.5

R1.5 Relead South Nave Aisle roof. 7.1.2 1,350,000

R1.6 Move compost heaps in Bishop’s Garden away from cathedral to allow access and cut ivy growing on walls.

-

R1.7 Repair broken window SXVII 7.5.3 200

R1.8 Clear weeds etc from gutter of N. Transept E. Aisle. 8.1.6 -

R1.9 Replace rotten timber to access hatch in Octagon N.E. Quadrant roof.

8.1.8 300

R1.10 Fix loose tiles in public access route to Octagon. 8.3.4

R1.11 Pigeon deterrence needed generally and especially to N. Choir, Octagon.

9.2.4, 10.1.1

R1.12 To Octagon belfry: sweep out all debris, repair louvres (from inside) and relay paper to monitor emergence of death watch beetles.

R1.13 Lead worker to check over choir roof. 11.1.1 500

R1.14 Structural engineer to check interior of choir roof 11.1.3 and vault below.

11.3.5 500

R1.15 Steeplejacks to clear weeds to south choir bays 5 & 6 and to rainwater heads to Choir and Lady Chapel and remove any loose stone on buttresses to Lady Chapel.

11.1.4 11.2.3, 12.4 12.5.4

3,000

R1.16 Sweep out turret access stairs and triforium and clerestory walkways.

R1.16 Refix lightning conductor on Lady Chapel roof and carry out full inspection and test.

12.2 2,000

R1.17 To Nave floor fill gap in floor in bay 11. 15.6 200

R1.18 To South Porch repair damaged floor and relay and repoint generally ensuring there is archaeological oversight.

15.9 7,500

R1.19 Repair damaged ramp in S. Choir. 15.2 & 6. -

R1.20 Repair damaged glass: window sIV 500

1,375,700


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R2 Maintenance, Monitoring and Minor Items to be undertaken by Workforce (M)

Text Reference

R2.1 Plan to monitor tell tales in SW Transept and perhaps key in levels surveys every 10 years (so due in 2021).

6.3.2

R2.2 Put in place a register of all equipment in West Tower and ensure that when no longer used, aerials etc are removed.

3.1.2

R2.3 Arrange annual steeplejack access to clear weeds etc and on a 5 year cycle ensure West Tower turrets are inspected and SW Transept, turrets, flying buttresses to Octagon, and S. Transept gables

3.2.1 6.1.1 8.2 9.2.2 9.2.6

R2.4 Monitor for any deterioration of masonry adjacent to iron ties on external walls of West Tower.

3.2.1

R2.5 Ensure no one can climb over rails from West Tower visitor routes. 3.3.2

R2.6 Refix cable runs in W. Tower walkways and turrets where loose. 3.3.9

R2.7 Remove weeds on west face of buttress to N. W Transept and exterior of Galilee, N. Transept

4.1, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.2.3, 8.1.6, 8.1.9

R2.8 Clear gutters to Galilee Porch roof and remove weeds and algae growth. 5.1.1, 5.1.2, 5.1.4, 5.2.3

R2.9 Check cracking to render on return face of West window of Galilee Porch. 5.2.1

R2.10 Remove any loose masonry from Galilee external walls and repaint at low level. 5.2.1

R2.11 Repair stone holding Galilee Porch gate post. 5.3.5

R2.12 Replace light bulbs in S.W. Transept E turret stair. 6.1.1

R2.13 Check W. face of S.W. Transept and rainfall damage in winter. 6.2.2

R2.14 Check annually and with binoculars stand in Bishop’s Garden and look at crack through 2 eastern windows of S. wall of S.W. Transept.

6.2.3

R2.15 Check servicing and access to smoke detector in roof space over S. Transept. 6.3.1

R2.16 Assess fire hose reel boxes at high levels: if no longer required, remove and make good.

7.1.1, 10.2

R2.17 Replace battery in torch at Nave roof space. 7.1.1

R2.18 Monitor deterioration of string course on N. Nave Clerestory. 7.2.1

R2.19 Monitor possible damp ingress in S. Porch and N. Transept west clerestory.

7.5.2 8.1.3

R2.20 Manage storage in Nave and N. Transept triforia and remove redundant material. 8.3.2

R2.21 Check render to ‘ceiling’ of N. Transept turret as in several places this is loose: public access here and falling plaster is unacceptable.

8.3.3

R2.22 Monitor efflorescence on low level walls in N. Transept. 8.3.7

R2.23 Consider how best to monitor wall paintings on N. wall of N. Transept. 8.3.10

R2.24 Monitor roof of N. Transept E. Aisle for splitting and damage.

R2.25 Repair damage to window cills in S, Transept, West clerestory. 9.31

R2.26 S. Transept


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R2.27 S. Transept brush off efflorescence to low level south wall internally and check whether it reappears.

9.3.6

R2.28 Director of Works to monitor condition of medieval tiles in S. Transept floor. 9.3.9

R2.29 Check choir interior, west wall cladding in asbestos – is this on log? 11.1.3

R2.30 High level walkway on N. side of Choir – keep clean and remove moss from buttresses.

11.1.4 11.2.1

R2.31 Provide new latch to turret door at SE corner of S. Aisle of Choir. 11.1.4

R2.32 Remove moss on low level plinths to choir and vegetation by buttress at SE corner.

11.2.1 11.2.2

R2.33 Clear out unwanted material for S. Choir triforium 3 eastern bays. 11.3.2

R2.34 Clear out and monitor falling stone in choir S. Clerestory bay 1. 11.3.1

R2.35 Clear r.w. chute at junction of S. Choir, S. Transept. 11.3.2

R2.36 Fix or remove guards to gutter outlets generally. 12.4

R2.37 Remove redundant cabling by door to S. Transept W. Aisle roof. 10.3.1

R2.38 Put in place a regime to ensure events organisation clear up Octagon roofspace after using it.

10.3.2

R2.39 Clear moss to Lady Chapel West and East parapet, saplings and vegetation to N. wall.

12.5.1 12.5.2, 12.5.3

R2.40 Check loose masonry to N. wall and S. wall. 12.5.4

R2.41 Check Lady Chapel S.W. turret door and clean access turret. 12.5.4

R2.42 Continue to monitor environmental conditions in Lady Chapel. Review full photographic record by Hirst Conservation and last update by Philip Dixon to assess ongoing state of wall painting fragments.

12.6

R2.43 Renew cleaning regimes with staff and volunteers who work inside the cathedral. 14.1

R2.44 Repair timber rope barrier supports in S. Choir Aisle, Presbytery kneeling rails, chairs in St Dunstans.

14.2 14.18

R2.45 Arrange conservation clean of Skidmore screens to Choir Aisles and pulpit.

14.2, 14.6 14.16

R2.46 Provide new handle for Lady Chapel door. 14.11

R2.47 Overhaul N. door. 14.12

R2.48 Check loose plaster in N. Porch. 14.12

R2.49 Redecorate vergers’ vestry and lobby. 14.20

R2.50 Fit timers to electric heaters in Song School. 14.28

R2.51 Fix gratings in S.W. Transept floor. 15.4

R2.52 Replace rotten timber blocks in Song School floor. 15.9

R2.53 Review cleaning methods and regime for Lady Chapel floor. 15.27

R2.54 Repoint gaps in Processional Way floor. 15.28

R2.55 Undertake a full fire audit.

R2.56 Monitor damp on east wall (internal) of B. West Chapel. 11.3.8

R2.57 Clean and establish appropriate regime for washing S.W. Transept floor.


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R3 Work which must be carried out within 2 years (2) Text Reference Price if work carried out by contractor (£)

Chapter/ Workforce

R3.1 Ensure there is a visual check on all lightning tapes. 3.1.1

R3.2 Repoint flashings: W. Tower N. arch roof gutter, Galilee Porch roof, N. Transept W. Aisle, S. Transept high roof abutment with Octagon, S. Transept W. Aisle roof, Choir high roof south side, Lady Chapel N. Gutter.

3.1.3 5.1.3 8.1.7 9.1.1 9.1.4 11.1.1 12.2, 12.5.2

10,000

R3.3 Repointing generally: N.W. turret mullions to W. Tower, W. Tower West window from Galilee Porch roof, Base of Galilee Porch S. wall, S.W. Transept, S. Nave Aisle parapet gutter, Interior of S. Transept.

3.2.1 5.2.1 5.2.3 7.1.2 9.3.8, 9.3.12

10,000

R3.4 Clear old equipment from West Tower. 3.3.4

R3.5 Redecorate access ladder to Galilee Porch roof and downpipes, doors etc.

5.1.3, 5.1.6 5.2.1

R3.6 Remove lead clips to N. Transept West facing high roof and repair gutter on East slope.

8.1.1 8.1.4

5,000

R3.7 Monitor plaster and early paint in N. Porch. 8.3.6

R3.8 Treat and check wall tie plates in turret stair from Octagon to W. gutter of S. Transept and South arcade vaulting.

9.3.7

R3.9 Re-cement Octagon windows. 10 5,000

R3.10 Repair trap door and adjacent leadwork to lantern roof over belfry. 1,000

R3.11 Install duck boards to visitor route across Octagon roof (these can be made from recycled plastic ‘timbers’).

10.1.2 2,000

R3.12 Arrange for access consultants to survey upper side of Octagon vault and vault pockets.

10.3.2 3,000

R3.13 Clean moss on N. Choir parapets. -

R3.14 Overhaul and provide netting to window in choir roof space and arrange for opening this during summer months.

11.1.3 500

R3.15 Move the archive out of the cathedral to a more practical and safer space (include in HLF grant application?)

5,000+

R3.16 Begin a regime of inspecting Purbeck marble in choir, waxing and checking for damage.

11.2.3

R3.17 Record and monitor cracking to Choir Vault and cracking in B. West Chapel, and cracks in N. arcade east bays and East window, Bishop Alcock.

11.3.5 11.3.7 11.3.9 11.3.10 11.3.11

R3.18 Replace broken slate on Lady Chapel roof. 12.2 200

R3.19 Redecorate Song School and library. 14.28

R3.20 Replace worn tiles in Galilee Porch if no comprehensive plans for a new floor progress.

15.1 7,500


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R3.21 Replace damaged black marble squares in Nave S. Aisle, 45 approx. 15.8 6,000

R3.22 Repolish floors in Song School and Library. 15.9

R3.23 Carry out repairs to Presbytery floor – 9 marble squares. 15.21 1,500

R3.24 Fix lifted brass – Bishop Sparke in B. West Chapel. 15.25

R3.25 Carry out a full disability audit (needed anyway but to terms accepted by HLF).

5,000

R3.26 Arrange for appropriately accredited glazier (Keith Barley knows the windows very well) to survey and advise on condition of windows and ferramenta. Allow for further repairs.

23 3,000 20,000

64,700

R4 Work which must be carried out within 5 years (5) Text Reference Price if work carried out by contractor (£)

Chapter/ Workforce

R4.1 Carry out a structural survey of W. Tower and levels throughout cathedral in 2021. (See section 3 and Appendix).

3,000

R4.2 Overhaul and repair Galilee Porch gates. 5.3.5 2,000

R4.3 Repair masonry to south walls of Nave below clerestory level. 460,000

R4.4 Survey and conserve as necessary medieval paint surviving in Nave. 7.3.5 10,000

R4.5 Provide crane access to inspect underside of N. and S. Transept roofs.

8.1.2, 9.1.1 5,000

R4.6 Redecorate internal doors 8.3.9, 9.3.1 -

R4.7 Overhaul and redecorate all dry risers. 9.2.8 5,000

R4.8 Repoint Lady Chapel West wall low level, N. wall buttress, plinth and traceries, E. wall buttress, and S. wall miscellaneous.

12.5.1 12.5.2 12.5.3 12.5.4

10,000

R4.9 Carry out further repairs to floors, Nave marbles. 15.6 2,000

R4.10 Replace worn black marble square in N. Transept approx. 75 in total, and to N. door a further 40 stones.

17,500

R4.11 Repoint and replace a few bricks in S. Transept floor. 300 300

R4.12 Carry out a full electrical test. 5,000

R4.13 Replace or repair ferramenta to window Nxv1. 1,000

R4.14 Repair clerestory windows C1, NCXV and NCXVI. 40,000

560,800


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R5 Work which should be carried out within ten years (10) (in order of urgency)

Text Reference

Price if work carried out by contractor (£)

R5.1 Carry out repairs to external masonry of West Tower. 3.2.1 £1m ?

R5.2 Carry out conservation repairs and masonry cleaning to Lady Chapel walls.

12.1, 12.5.2 300,000

R5.3 Continue repairs to N. Choir Aisle floor replacing worn slabs but retain pattern which is of archaeological interest.

15.22 2,000

R5.4 Consider long term future of Gurney stoves and allow for overhaul and replacement of fire bricks, barriers etc.

10,000

R5.5 Clean down and treat saddle bars to windows and replace wire guards as needed.

23 20,000

1,332,000

R6 Recommendations for Desirable Work (D) Text

Reference Price if work carried out by contractor (£)

Chapter/ Workforce

R6.1 Re-limewash Roman cement on west face of Galilee Porch. 5.2.1 5,000

R6.2 Protect and record medieval tracings on internal walls of Galilee Porch.

5.3.1 30,000

R6.3 Clean, repoint and repair west faces of Octagon above Nave roof. 10.2.2 300,000

R6.4 Consider masonry cleaning to high levels walls of East front. 11.2.2 100,000

R6.5 Re-wax Purbeck marble shafts in Choir. 11.2.3 50,000

R6.6 Clean and repair and limewash Choir Aisle vaults. 11.3.6 50,000

R6.7 Remove storage and screens to open up N. Transept W. aisle. 14.15 -

R6.8 Remove interior furniture and fittings from cathedral floor: outside shop, in Prior’s Door enclosure, S. Porch and think carefully about siting of fire extinguishers.

14.25, 14.26, 14.24

R6.9 Begin a programme of replacing timber ramps in permanent and carefully designed stone.

15.1, 15.2, 15.4, 15.11, 15.22, 15.26

50,000

R6.10 Consider removing modern altar platform in St Catherine’s Chapel, together with altar. Repair and conserve historic floors and re-order chapel.

15.5 50,000

R6.11 Take up and replace all of floor in Octagon to a new and dignified design.

250,000

R6.12 Provide handrails to either side of steps from Choir to Presbytery. 15.20 10,000

R6.13 Consider protection of Bishops’ memorials in Bishop West Chapel. 15.25 -

R6.14 Carry out comprehensive audit of lighting, including refocusing of lights, and make plans to replace lamps with LEDs where possible and suitable. The advice of a lighting designer is essential.

16 50,000 - 100,000

R6.15 Consider a platform lift to provide access to the Priors Door enclosure.

22 12,000

1,007,000


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R7 Recommendations for Health & Safety Work (H&S) Text

Reference Price if work carried out by contractor (£)

Chapter/ Workforce

R7.1 Fit fluorescent tape to bars across turrets in W. Tower. 3.3.1 -

R7.2 Provide safe access for maintenance in West Tower walkways. 3.3.8 5,000

R7.3 Provide lock to external door from W. Tower to N. Nave Aisle roof.

-

R7.4 Provide guarding to steps in Nave clerestories and remove if no longer needed.

3,000

R7.5 Provide handrail to walkway through Lady Chapel roof. 12.3 1,000

R7.6 Repaint white edging to steps in Galilee Porch and throughout ground floor in Cathedral.

15.1, 15.8, 15.16

-

9,000


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B. DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS

3. WEST TOWER

The west tower was extensively repaired and strengthened between 1969-75. This work included the insertion of stainless steel tie rods which have been regularly monitored. They were last checked in 2012 and should be checked again in 2021.

5

The ties replaced Scott’s 19th century iron ties and external ‘corset’ which had been rusting. There is a history of movement in the tower and south west transept, evidenced by many cracks. Although the building is now deemed to be stable, some reassurance might be given by a small programme to insert ‘tell tales’ and monitor any movement in obvious and accessible places.

M

3.1 Roof

3.1.1 The high level roof was re-laid in 1969. It is lead clad and although much walked upon, it is in good condition. There is an aluminium flagpole and a new timber stair and deck give safer access. The four gutter outlets lead to stone chutes which are in reasonable condition. Some tape was noted on the lightning protection, there should be a visual inspection of the lightning protection when this is next tested.

Recent damage to clock bell striking mechanism caused by people standing on lead cover by door onto tower roof. Alert guides and repair.

U

U

3.1.2 Within the last 20 years additional aerials have been fitted, the weather vanes refurbished and steeplejacks have checked the turrets. The wire guards to the North East turret are missing and this has allowed pigeon entry, this should be refixed by a steeplejack urgently. Replacement of all guards to the turrets would be worthwhile as these are rusting and in poor condition. It is suggested that a register is made of all the equipment and that any redundant fittings are removed as per agreements with the agencies who have installed them.

M

This is also true for the Norman roof gutter which has four or more aerials (which may not have approval under the Cathedrals’ Measure).

M

3.1.3 The leadwork of the Norman roof gutter (at the base of the octagonal belfry) is showing signs of wear and its condition should be monitored. There is a huge amount of pigeon debris which should be cleared. Various flashings throughout the gutter (to both sides) have come loose and require refixing urgently and re-mortared.

M U 2

3.1.4 There is a pigeon infestation in the North East turret (due to the missing guard) which should be cleared. Nesting pigeons were found in the Norman gutter, as well as a peregrine falcon box which was filled with gravel and dead pigeons, this should be removed. There was evidence of pigeons in other turrets/routes which should be checked for entry points (some netting was detached to the walkway below the Norman roof gutter) and refixed. Contract with pigeon control companies to be checked (uncleared traps noted throughout).

U

3.1.5 Clock bell mechanism attached to the west tower door is broken and about to prevent mechanism from working.

U

3.2 External Walls

3.2.1 The four turrets cannot be inspected without special access. The East mullion of the North West turret is deteriorating and it appears some stone may fracture off at some point. This should be monitored and mortar repairs carried out as required when steeplejacks replace the guarding.

The stonework of the west tower received limited attention in the 1970s. It is in fair condition but it would be beneficial to clean the blackened stonework and carry out further repairs to string courses and hood-moulds in the medium term. At the same time the remaining iron ties on the face of the upper, octagonal tower, should be cleaned down and painted together with the window ferramenta. Whilst access is not available the ties should be watched for any rust effect on the surrounding masonry.

M 2

10

M


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A small amount of stone has spalled and fallen from the East face of the tower into the North nave gutter, although it was unclear where this had fallen from.

M

3.3 Interior of the Tower

3.3.1 There are stairs in the four corner turrets and all are linked by the numerous passages in the thickness of the walls. It would make access safer for maintenance if fluorescent tape was put around ties and dry risers in the turrets and passageways.

H&S

3.3.2 At two points on the visitor route, single bars only limit access to wall passages. These openings should be blocked with gates or doors to prevent the public from leaving the main route.

M

3.3.3 Norman Roof Gutter

3.3.4 Belfry. The belfry is open from the top of the Norman tower to the full height of the 14th century Octagon. There are five levels of timber bracing to the walls, with additional struts at the top and lower levels. Strengthening was carried out in the 1970s with steel wires placed beside earlier timbers. The belfry is in need of a thorough clean out: there is much debris and discarded equipment, including large Cellnet boxes/equipment. This is now urgently required as much of the material has been here for many years.

A dead pigeon was also noted, no access points could be seen but this should be checked with the other securing works and doors kept closed on tours.

Clock – “George Young London 1812, repaired by Dent & Co 1864”, given an automatic winder in the last 20 years. Overhauled in October 2016.

Redundant light fitting and box to be removed. Lower ladder in belfry, 3rd rung from bottom loose tread.

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3.3.5 Top Passage – beneath Norman gutter

With stainless steel ties. These require gates at entrances from visitor route. Vast quantities of guano, particularly at north-east corner, plus dead pigeons. Mesh to one of the quatrefoil windows was loose and should be refixed. Installation debris (wires etc) was noted which should be cleared out. Note cigarette butts were also present. Are aerials in North and South passages used? Blocked on west side.

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3.3.6 Main stair passage below Norman gutter: Loose piece of mortar above staircase needs consolidating as on visitor route.

3.3.7 Lower Passages – Access to Nave Roof Void Reasonably safe access. Blocked on South side. Level with access door to nave roof. Stainless steel ties.

3.3.8 Tall Passage – below Belfry

Access now blocked from main stair access in north-west corner. Upper walkway with clear glazed lights. Requires safety harness fittings to clean. Fix safety rail to allow access. No through passage on south side.

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3.3.9 Tall Passage at clock level

Window openings on East give view of nave. (Access to North Transept roof, made difficult because of remaining iron ties in turret. Can they be removed?). Also, cables need to be refixed.

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3.3.10 Underside the belfry floor is the painted ceiling by Henry le Strange. It can be seen to advantage from the upper passageway within the west tower. It would undoubtedly benefit from cleaning but in order to do this a scaffold would be required to high level. At the second level down below the ceiling there is access on the west side to the nave aisle roof.

3.3.11 At ground level there is still evidence of rising damp in all the four major corner piers but the columns do not feel damp. The four main archways seem to be in reasonable condition. The blocked arch to the north west transept is studded and plastered, it was refurbished, a steel beam inserted to support the new sculpture and all was limewashed c.2000.


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4. NORTH WEST TRANSEPT

4.1 The remains of the medieval structure comprise ruined west and east walls, buttressed in the late medieval years. This has a cementitious capping which is a little unsightly and weed growth on its western face should be checked. Between the buttresses sits a single storey room, housing the Cathedral refectory. Its eventual removal or more sympathetic reconstruction is desirable. The asphalt roof was re-laid and the roof light renewed in 2001. Refectory doors replaced in last quinquennium.

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5. GALILEE PORCH

The Galilee Porch was last repaired in 2000, when the slate roof was overhauled, all walls repointed and defective masonry replaced. Internally, the porch was cleaned, repaired and limewashed by conservators. The west window was reglazed.

5.1 Roof

5.1.1 Access to the Galilee Porch roof is through the south west transept. The tops of the porch walls slope in towards its roof and were probably concreted in the 1950s when the roof below was last re-slated. The gutters to the sloping concrete roofs are partly blocked by vegetation and debris and should be cleared at least once a year.

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5.1.2 There is a platform with metal railing and hooped ladder access down to the slated roof gutters which are in reasonable condition. Ladder and railing require to be redecorated. The paved platform in front of the door from the south west transept is covered with algae and plants. Remove, treat with suitable biocide and repoint.

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5.1.3 The slate roof is covered with algae but appears sound. Two larger replacement slates to the north slope have slipped and should be replaced.

The pointing to the lead flashing at the west gable abutment is starting to fail and the wall immediately above the flashing appears wet suggesting that water gets trapped. Review flashing detail.

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5.1.4 Industrial modern steel stairs provide access to the north roof slope and gutter. Algae growth on the steps should be removed as it will make the stairway slippery. A trap door into the roof space above the Galilee Porch has been fitted with a hinge and counterweight.

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5.1.5 The vault above the Galilee Porch is of clunch and mortar with slates filling the thin joints at the ridges. The mortar does not reach the edge of the vaults and the stone slabs can be seen at either side. The space is well ventilated. The roof structure is probably 1868 but repaired in 1962. An internal gutter runs diagonally from the lean-to roof at the east end to a north wall. It should be cleared out on at least an annual basis. A pigeon was found trapped in the roof space at the time of inspection and dead bird and eggshells were present. This should be dealt with by pest control and all entry points blocked by stainless steel mesh.

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5.1.6 The downpipes from the north and south walls are in need of redecoration. The lead chutes going through the north and south walls were clean at the time of inspection. They should be checked regularly (at least once a year).

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5.1.7 The east side of the roof (window cill of the Cathedral west window) is full of pigeon guano. This should be removed and pigeon deterrents (spikes or the like) installed.

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5.2 External Walls

5.2.1 The west wall was found during repairs in 2000 to have much dark roman cement on upper arches and hoodmoulds. As it was firm, it was limewashed and this is gradually being washed off. This treatment may have to be repeated regularly (it could be reached from a cherry picker).

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Weed growth on window cill to west window, string courses and top of gable should be removed. Treat with suitable biocide and repoint open joints. Requires cherry picker access.

The perimeter pointing to the west window has begun to erode and should be renewed. One of the arch stones to the centre light looks like it has lost its pointing (Fig.21). This should be checked and renewed as necessary.

The cement render to the back of the gable shows a few vertical hairline cracks which should be monitored as water may get trapped behind. The weather profiles to the heads of the three doors providing access to west window from the roof have rotted and should be replaced. The doors require redecoration.

There is some minor spalling to the stonework at low and mid-level (Fig.22). Check and de-scale at mid-height of porch if there is a risk that it might fall on people walking below.

Some open joints at low level (southwest corner) should be repointed.

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5.2.2 The north wall is in reasonable condition. Weed growth to parapet and at low level should be removed and the joints repointed after treatment with suitable biocide (cherry picker access required).

A rainwater chute spills out over grass and earth on the north side. Some joints have been washed out by the splashing of rainwater coming down from the chute and the masonry at the base of the wall is dirty.

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5.2.3 The south elevation appears in reasonable condition. There is some weed growth at parapet level and to string courses (Fig.23). This should be removed, the areas treated with suitable biocide and the joints repointed (cherry picker access required). A plastic water bottle wedged between the masonry of the blind arcade at ground level should be removed.

The gully on the south side is blocked by leaves and needs to be cleaned.

Some minor repointing is required to the base of the wall where joints have been washed out.

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5.3.1 Consideration might be given to protection of the graffiti or medieval architectural designs on the lower arcade walls by covering them with sheets of Perspex or glass. Limewashing has, however, helped to protect these.

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5.3.3 The vault and upper walls have been recently cleaned to remove unsightly cobwebs and the Purbeck shafts have been re-polished.

5.3.4 The pair of cast iron gates at the west entrance were repaired and overhauled in 2004. They are beginning to show minor corrosion. In the medium term it is recommended to re-tip the horizontal bar with which they are fixed into the stonework of the archway with stainless steel. The stone holding the bottom pivot of the northern gate has cracked and should be monitored and repaired as necessary.

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6. SOUTH WEST TRANSEPT

6.1 Roofs

The transept has been subject to movement and structural repairs were undertaken by Scott in the 19th century. His ties were removed after further strengthening works undertaken between 1991-93. See also Section 3.0.

6.1.1 The turret roofs were overhauled, timber structures treated and iron ties painted in the 1990s. An annual agreement should be reinstated to allow steeplejacks to carry out a check of the external chutes to these turrets and to remove high level weed growth on external walls. The Eastern turret gutter should be cleared now.

The roof over St. Catherine’s Chapel was leaded in 1994 and is in good condition (although a recent leak has been reported and a patch repair carried out).

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6.1.2 The transept roof is lead, laid in 1962 with minor repairs since then, particularly to the gutters. All is in fair condition. These tiled offsets to the North face of the south wall have been retiled and are otherwise in good condition. The gutters are clean.

Light bulbs need replacing in E. Turret.

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6.2 External Walls

6.2.1 These were extensively repaired between 1991 and 1993. Rainwater tanks against the south nave aisle in the Bishop’s garden are not used. Low level walls in the Bishop’s Garden are obscured by planting which should be cleared.

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6.2.2 On the west face there is no rainwater downpipe but a high level chute. Paving was re-laid beneath this and there is a drain but there is still evidence of water splashing the wall and moss growth at low level. It would be impossible to add a rainwater pipe without seriously detracting from the architecture and the only way of preventing water damage to the wall would be some kind of lead sheet cladding at low level, which would also be unsightly. In summer all seems well, but the wall certainly is wet in winter.

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6.2.3 On the south wall an old crack running vertically through the 2 upper eastern windows, has reopened after repairs in 1991. This is hard to access but should be monitored if at all possible.

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6.3 Interior

6.3.1 The roof space above the painted ceiling requires a timber access platform from door to first bay. Is the smoke detector here serviced?

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6.3.2 The interior of the south west transept has not been comprehensively repaired. However, it was partially scaffolded and tell-tales fixed over major cracks which should be checked when a cherry picker is in the cathedral. There is evidence of structural movement on the east and west walls. It is particularly obvious in the two northern bays where distortion, as a result of the settlement to the west tower, is most pronounced. In the past tell-tales have been fixed and it can generally be assumed that movement is historical. However there was some (predicted) movement in the arch above St. Catherine’s Chapel. On the west wall there are still very slight signs of rising damp towards the south end and it is no doubt related to the splashing caused by the chute on the outside of the building. There are also some signs of movement and tell-tales on the south wall.

There are broken quarries in access door to S. Nave Aisle roof and adjacent window.

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6.3.3 St. Catharine's Chapel was repaired and its plastered vault redecorated as part of the major repairs in the 1990s. The early 19th century inlaid floor was repaired by conservators. There continue to be signs of rising damp, on the north side of the Chapel, and particularly at the north west corner. This is ongoing: perhaps there is a spring beneath the cathedral here. There certainly seems to have been a well in the southern bay of the transept.

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6.3.4 The ceiling is by Gambier Parry and was conserved and cleaned in the 1990s. There is a dead pigeon in the roof space above it.

6.3.5 Turret stairs and passages

From ground floor to museum: there are significant cracks. From this level up there are numerous passageways within the walls but from which the public are excluded. Some vacuuming of floors and stairs. In the medium term access will be needed to redecorate ferramenta on S. wall.

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7. NAVE

7.1 Roofs

7.1.1 The high level Nave and North aisle roofs were repaired in 1987-8. The leadwork is generally in good condition, including parapet flashings (Fig.16). The roofs are obviously largely self-cleaning to both sides of the nave roof. Fire hose reel box doors need to be eased if they are still potentially to be used and are to remain. Lightning protection tapes were all secure.

The high level South nave gutter was clear of debris, including into the chutes. There is oxidation around some vents on N slope. Torches were available at the west entrance to the nave roof space. Renew battery in 1 torch at NS.

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7.1.2 The South aisle roof is lead, laid in the 1920s with some repairs. The hollow rolls are vulnerable to flattening by foot traffic and since the Stained Glass Museum moved into the triforium below, leaks have been regularly noticed and a number of patch repairs have been carried out since 2001.

There is a large dent in the lead, ten bays from the west end, about half way up the bay, just above the lightning protection tape (Fig.17). The change of use of the interior and the frequency of the leaks, together with the number of repairs carried out and the age of the roof, means that replacement of the lead is now urgently needed.

There is some minor cracking of the pointing to the abutment of the South aisle roof at the west end at low level (Fig.18).

The South aisle gutter was clear other than a very small amount of debris (Fig.19). The parapets and flashings are generally sound, although there is some deterioration of the stone to the inside face of some of the parapet stones and areas of localised pointing needed. Lightning protection tapes were all secure.

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7.1.3 N. Aisle roof: Repaired and releaded in 1997-8. In good order and outlets clear.

7.2 External Walls

7.2.1 The clerestory masonry on both North and South sides was repaired in 1986-8 and is in good order. Some work to the triforium masonry on the North side was also carried out, but low level repairs, minor stonework replacement and repointing, will be necessary in the medium term. The south clerestory glazing ferramenta has been redecorated within the last quinquennium. The ferramenta to the north requires decoration. On the south nave at ground and triforium level, there are many open joints, damaged hoodmoulds and rusting cast iron downpipes. This will require scaffold and cleaning of about 20% of the wall surface, replacement of downpipes and reglazing all the triforium windows, together with repointing and masonry repairs, especially to mullions.

North Clerestory: Damaged length of moulding in bays adjacent W. Tower and above rainwater head. Monitor until access is available to repair.

Redundant fire hose reel box on N. Clerestory with no door.

Rainwater downpipes have suffered from graffiti at low level. The downpipe at the junction with the North Transept has been replaced. The next downpipe towards the west is missing a bottom section and this should be replaced (Fig.20).

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7.2.3 Along the north side of the nave the open gully has been filled and other minor repairs undertaken. A few of the tiles along the lime mortared step against the Nave wall have had their edges broken, presumably from people walking along the edge.

7.3 Interior

7.3.1 The clerestory walkways are in fair condition but should be swept out. The plaster is unsound in places and there are some holes in the walls. At mid length raised platforms give access to window openings onto the aisle roofs. The platforms have handrails towards the nave which are loose. They should be refixed with mesh infill. Alternatively if not used the steps might be removed. Distortion and cracks are evident, particularly in the western bay, where there has been settlement of the west tower.

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7.3.2 At lower levels the masonry is clean and tidy. The south triforium is occupied by the Stained Glass Museum and is very well kept. The north triforium is the cathedral’s main store for chairs and other material in regular use. There is a good hoist here. The stone store needs checking. All needs cleaning.

Clay tile repairs are ongoing to the floor, and all that remains to be completed are the last four bays to the west.

7.3.3 Windows at North Triforium level are largely plain quarried lights, with the exception of the stained glass window of St Paul at the east end, NXXII. All are sound, including the guarding, with the exception of one broken quarry at low level to NXXVII. Windows at South Triforium level appear sound internally.

7.3.4 The underside of the North Nave Triforium roof appears sound.

The underside of the South Nave Triforium roof has staining and leaks are regularly reported.

7.3.5 There are fragments of medieval paintwork surviving in the eastern bays of the Nave arcade and on the aisle vaults. These should be checked, cleaned and conserved.

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7.3.6 The fine painted ceiling to the Nave is in good condition viewed with binoculars.

7.4 The Song School and Choir Vestries

7.4.1 These areas were repaired externally in 1996. Walls, glazing and rainwater goods were all overhauled.

Further minor repairs to the roof leadwork and flashings were undertaken in 2010.

7.4.2 The interior was altered (by the removal of partition which created a library and corridor) and refurbished with new furniture all within the last five years.

7.4.3 The Prior's door was enclosed in 1994 by brick and stone walls built up on the remains of the former cloister. The door surround was cleaned and conserved in autumn 1996. (See Fig.1)

7.4.4 The paving has some open joints and it will be appropriate to repoint them to prevent visitors from stumbling.

7.5 The South Porch Entrance

7.5.1 The south transept wall shows some damp marks in the lower area, behind the benches. Some damage can be noticed also at high level where the rafters lean on the wall. The rafters and the timber boards above show some old white staining marks. Repairs were undertaken 15 years ago.

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8. NORTH TRANSEPT

The North Transept has seen substantial repairs during the last quinquennium. In 2011 the west aisle roof covering was renewed, the masonry of the west elevation was repaired, the ground floor stained glass windows were re-leaded and new lead rainwater goods installed.

A second conservation project dealing with the North Transept north front was carried out in 2014-15. This included masonry cleaning and repairs to the north elevation, the re-leading of all the stained glass windows to this elevation, repairs to the transept gable and turrets and the conservation of the cast iron gates in front of the Wren Door.

8.1 Roofs

8.1.1 The North Transept high roof is lead of the 1950s, with clips removed more recently on the east to prevent buckling of the sheets. On the west side the clips are still in place and a number of sheets have buckled and split around the clips (Fig.24).

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8.1.2 The underside of the North Transept high roof has not been inspected since the 1950s and its condition is not known. In light of the results of the survey of the Octagon in 2001, similar crane access survey should perhaps be undertaken.

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8.1.3 White staining was observed internally on the west clerestory walls (both the arcade and external wall) suggesting a gutter or lead sheet defect. Although the staining appears to be old, it should be monitored and inspected if it gets worse (Fig.25).

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8.1.4 The lead to the high roof gutter drips (east side) has cracked in various places. As this gutter is used as a walkway by tourists attending Octagon tours, consideration should be given to protecting the lead. As a minimum, repair lead cracks.

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8.1.5 Some corroded metal clips and hard cementitious pointing were noticed along the lead cover flashing at the Octagon wall abutment to the high roof (west side). However, they do not appear to be causing any damage at present.

8.1.6 The east aisle roof was stripped of its slate and covered in lead within the last fifteen years. Internally, there is damp staining visible on the truss ends at gutter level. This should be investigated. Moreover, plants growing out of the east aisle parapet need to be removed and the gutter cleaned.

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8.1.7 The west aisle roof was re-leaded in 2011 and appears generally in good condition. A few minor defects were noted. The lime mortar pointing to the lead flashings at the clerestory abutment and to the parapet has cracked and should be replaced along with the perimeter pointing around the clerestory windows where this has failed.

A small crack was noted in one of the lead cill weatherings to the clerestory windows. This should be repaired and the lime mortar pointing renewed.

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8.1.8 The timber section on which the access hatch to the lower roof in the southwest corner of the North Transept is hinged is rotten and needs to be replaced, perhaps by a stainless steel bar (Fig.26).

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8.1.9 Rainwater goods / drainage: The hoppers and chutes to the east and west aisle roofs are partially blocked by leaves and pigeon debris despite mesh guards (Fig.27). Clean hoppers and chutes annually. Consider installing pigeon spikes on mesh guards.

The gully in front of the North Door was blocked at the time of inspection. As there is an increased risk of flooding in this area, this gully should always be kept clear and cleaned out after every major rainstorm.

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8.2 Walls

8.2.1 Moss and plants are growing on the flying buttresses at the northeast and northwest corner of the Octagon. Some moss and plant growth was also observed on the rear face of the high gable and on the west clerestory wall at parapet level. This should be removed and kept in check (some of it may need to be done by steeplejacks).

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8.3 Interior

8.3.1 There is evidence of much distortion in the southern bay of the western arcade. This was perhaps caused by the collapse of the central tower or when the adjoining transept section collapsed in 1699.

There are several smaller cavities in the clerestory walls below windows.

The fire extinguishers at ground and triforium level were last inspected in November 2015.

8.3.2 The west triforium is used for storage in a messy way and should be cleared of redundant items (Fig.28).

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8.3.3 The lime mortar render to the underside of the northeast turret stair feels loose in places. As this stair is used by the public, this should be monitored and may need attention in the future.

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8.3.4 Some brick floor tiles are loose in the east triforium next to the stair turret, an area accessed by the public. Re-bed and repoint.

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8.3.5 The west triforium walls show signs of efflorescence probably due to the former defective roof covering, now replaced.

8.3.6 There are several cracks visible in plastered walls at ground level, for instance one in the south wall of the North Porch and one smaller crack in the spandrel above the arch to the North Porch which also shows traces of medieval decoration. The former should be monitored; the latter should be assessed and perhaps consolidated by a conservator to avoid loss of the painted surface.

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8.3.8 The medieval wall paintings in St Edmund's and St George's Chapels have been conserved within the last 25 years. In 2014 traces of medieval paintings were discovered on the north wall between the two clerestory windows. These have been photographed and recorded.

8.3.9 The North Transept turret door at ground level would benefit from redecorating within the next five years.

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9. SOUTH TRANSEPT

The transept underwent significant repairs over the last 25 years. In 1990 the roofs were overhauled and high-level stonework replaced. Windows at clerestory level were re-leaded and re-glazed.

The South Transept west aisle was repaired in 2010. The west aisle roof received new abutment flashings and the lead roof covering was repaired. Handrails were installed to the south parapet of the east aisle roof and within the clerestory to provide safer access to this section of the roof. The west aisle windows were re-leaded and the stonework to this elevation and above the South Porch was repaired.

In 2015 a steel mezzanine floor was installed in the Old Library to increase office space. The South Transept east aisle and south front ground and triforium levels underwent conservation in 2015. This included the re-leading and re-glazing of the ground floor and triforium windows on the south and east side, masonry cleaning and repairs and the construction of a new timber walkway on the south triforium.

9.1 Roofs

9.1.1 The main high level roof is steeply pitched lead with hollow rolls dating from the 1950s. The clips were replaced in 1990. The roof appears generally in good condition.

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Lead clips fixed to the bottom of the sheets on both roof slopes appear to allow the lead enough flexibility to expand as no significant defects noted apart from some minor buckling.

The lime mortar pointing to the lead flashings at the Octagon abutment (east slope of high roof) and some of the western parapet has cracked and needs to be replaced.

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9.1.2 The South Transept aisle roofs are shallow pitched lead with solid rolls, with a drip running the length of the transept. Individual sheets are generally large with bossed ends and splash laps.

9.1.3 The east aisle roof has numerous historic patch repairs to the lead coverings. The ends of the rolls are constricted by the splash lapping and bossed ends, and should be monitored as there is a risk that the lead might split again in those locations.

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9.1.4 The west aisle roof was repaired during 2010. Some of the flashing pointing has failed at the clerestory abutment with one of the lead wedges falling out (Fig.30). Suggest raking out and replacing the lead wedges and repointing.

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9.1.5 Rainwater goods and gutters are generally clear; some minor plant growth was noticed in the hopper on the east side at high roof level. This should be cleared out and stainless steel mesh introduced with short pigeon spikes to prevent nesting.

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9.2 Roofs

9.2.1 Parapet walls run along the east and west of the high level roof up to the gable, and around the perimeter of the aisle roofs. The high level parapets have visibly bowed outwards, although this is historic and has not moved since the last inspection.

9.2.2 The rear face of the transept gable is rendered. Dark staining to the rendered surface above the lead roof flashings suggest that water gets trapped behind (Fig.31). Suggest monitoring and making sure there are no gaps or open joints in / plants growing out of the tile covering to the top of the gable.

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9.2.3 Both transept turrets are in reasonable condition. There are old cracks to the rear of the southeast turret which have recently been pointed up.

9.2.4 Pigeon debris and dead pigeons were found at high level in both turrets and in the gutter of the open gallery in front of the south clerestory window (Fig.32). This should be removed and all entry points into the turrets (doors, window guards) checked and secured. The existing pigeon trap in the gallery gutter should be regularly attended to and cleared out. The ironmongery to the turret doors leading onto the gallery is corroded and requires replacing to allow these doors to be shut.

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9.2.5 A cigarette butt was found on one of the steps in the southeast turret. No smoking should be permitted anywhere in the Cathedral.

9.2.6 Despite recent removal by steeplejacks plants are growing out of the north face of the transept gable, high-level parapets and the flying buttresses in the southeast and southwest corner of the Octagon. At aisle roof level algae growth was noted in the northeast corner of the transept. This should be removed and treated (requires steeplejack access).

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9.2.7 There is some spalling to the stonework at high roof parapet level adjacent to the western Octagon turret door. Although this is not in a public zone and there is no risk of falling bits of stone harming people, it would still be desirable to defrass this to see how much of the stone is affected.

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9.2.8 The dry risers at high level in the corner between the Octagon and Choir (northeast corner of the South Transept) should be treated and redecorated as the joints are starting to corrode.

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9.3 Interior

9.3.1 Structural cracks are visible in various locations in the South Transept – in the stair turrets, in the arcade walls (particularly on the east side) and external walls. These are long-standing cracks which were dealt with in the mid-nineteenth century by underpinning the southeast corner of the transept, grouting the east walls with cement and introducing iron ties. However, broken tell-tales fixed in the 20th century to the eastern arcade wall (Fig.33) and opening cracks indicate that there is still slight movement going on. This should continue to be monitored and tell-tales checked regularly.


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9.3.2 The wall tie plates in the western stair turret leading from the Octagon down to the transept high roof parapet are corroded and should be treated.

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9.3.3 Clerestories west walk: Repair damage to window cills.

Much evidence of bats. East walk, sweep out and repair loose floor tiles.

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9.3.4 The east aisle triforium is used for storage. It would be desirable to remove redundant items and tidy this area up a bit.

The walls in the east triforium are partly plastered, with cracks and areas of loose plaster being visible. There are some redundant pipes and a flue running east-west across the floor. While no immediate action is required, if it is considered putting this area into public use then it would be advisable to repair the plastered walls, remove any redundant pipes and install a secondary floor to remove the substantial trip hazard posed by the redundant flue.

There is a crack to the pointed arch head of the door to the archive room.

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9.3.5 The west triforium used by the Stained Glass Museum appears in good condition. Some salt staining is visible on the west wall above the windows. As the roof covering has been repaired in 2010 and appears to be sound, this must be an older defect. No action required.

The floor is a modern concrete screed which has been painted and shows some hairline cracks.

9.3.6 At church floor level, within the southern arcade, the render wall surface is delaminating from the stonework. Efflorescence at low level on the south wall suggests that the wall is starting to dry out having recently been repointed externally. Brush off and monitor.

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9.3.8 There are areas of loose plaster at ground level on the east wall (i.e. the wall between the transept and the Old Library). This should be repaired with breathable lime mortar.

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9.3.9 The medieval floor tiles in the South Transept are covered by carpet during extended periods when seating is required in the transept. A regime should be reinstated to allow them to be seen for longer periods of the year, also with a view to allowing the salts to come out of the tiles. The Clerk of the Works should monitor their condition against the rectified photographs and conservation report (from the 1990s) held in the archive. Further work may be needed.

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9.3.10 The brick floor in the transept requires some repointing, in particular since loose bricks could potentially provide a trip hazard.

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9.3.11 The door to the stair turret on the ground floor would benefit from redecorating within the next five years.

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9.3.12 The Vestry, Verger’s Office and Old Library are in reasonable condition. Plaster cracking is visible to the vaults within the Vestry (Fig.34). The plaster should be repaired and consolidated as there is a risk of it delaminating and falling off.

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9.3.13 The South Porch roof timbers (rafters and sarking boards) show white staining which appears to be due to a defective lead roof covering, now repaired. White staining and hairline cracks to the plastered east wall seem also to relate to previous roof defects.

10. OCTAGON AND LANTERN

In 1990 to 1991 the Lantern was comprehensively repaired. The eight windows were conserved and re-leaded and the lead cladding was overhauled. The Octagon roof leadwork was renewed and its stone parapets repaired. Internally the Lantern paintings were cleaned and the timbers of the belfry overhauled. The Lantern windows need re-cementing every five years as they are not resistant to really heavy windblown rain and this is now due. Ladders are now left in-situ and the cementing mix from Rattee & Kett has been recorded. If leaks are reported this should be repeated.

The stonework of the Octagon faces, SE-SW and NW-NE, was cleaned and repaired between 1996 and 1999.

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10.1 Roofs

10.1.1 The Lantern roof was releaded in 1954 and is in good order but the trap door cover needs repair or replacement and a nearby crack repaired, and pigeons and debris should be removed.

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10.1.2 Lead to the Octagon roof was re-laid in 1990-91 and it is being trodden into the condensation grooves which must be making them less effective. Duck boards should be considered here.

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10.1.3 All the triangular roofs beneath the large medieval stone windows have now been renewed but also require to be swept out regularly. In the north east quadrant a rusting wire on the pulley of the trap door should be replaced in stainless steel and the south east quadrant was particularly full of debris.

North-west quadrant affected by pigeons – clear out now. (See 11.1.4).

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10.2 Walls

10.2.1 Most of the stone walls of the Octagon have been repaired within the last ten years and still appear to be in good condition but there is some shaling in the weak stone tracery parapets to the Octagon. Dry riser boxes should be checked and eased and should be painted on a regular cycle if they are to be retained.

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10.2.2 The west face masonry is in fair condition but not repaired in recent years and much blackened to the string course and window openings. Minor repointing and cleaning is desirable.

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10.3 Interior

10.3.1 Since the fall of a piece of timber from the north-east corner of the Lantern on Good Friday in 1994, the Lantern was surveyed with binoculars from the Octagon roof space, at 3-4 monthly intervals over two years. It was resurveyed as part of the Quinquennial Inspection. A number of cracks are regularly noted and on one occasion a possible new movement of a boss was noted but when investigated from above it was found to be in excellent condition. The ribs are much twisted and distorted since they were originally placed here and the boards have shrunk and shifted.

There is therefore a great deal of distortion which is natural to the construction and many defects were pointed out in 1990 at the time of cleaning. (It is still unknown why the timber fell from the vault in 1994 but it was at a time of high winds when vibration to the main structure may have caused loosening of what had clearly been a glued but not screwed piece, wedged in between the vault ribs. (It is very difficult to say whether there are more such pieces and whether the event could recur and the value of routine surveys to predict any such event is questionable).

Redundant fire cabling by door to S Transept west side roof – remove.

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10.3.2 The Octagon vaults were inspected 20 years ago from above and 15 years ago, from below on a mobile crane. A number of defects were noted to timber boards which were repaired from the crane and subsequently repairs were made to the masonry below. It is generally difficult to access the vault from above and it can only be assumed that when the timbers were cleaned and treated during the 1991 repairs any obvious defects would have been reported by the carpenters and wood treatment specialists. It is, however, impossible to say that these areas are free of any defects. A special survey of the vaults should be arranged by rope access contractors and the upper surface of the boarding cleaned.

The Octagon roof space is used for events such as casting balloons down to the floor below. The people who do these things tend to leave debris behind; wooden equipment and burst balloons; the latter fall into the vault pockets. It continues to look messy and Chapter need to consider how such events are managed.

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10.3.3 The interior of the belfry was being monitored to see whether the Death Watch beetle population was effectively reduced by spraying and injection in 1990. The floor is now covered in debris and needs to be swept as a matter of urgency. Several louvres are dislodged as birds are able to get in.

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10.3.4 At lower level within the Octagon are four diagonal walkways (which link the clerestory passages in the nave, transepts and Choir). They support a number of light fittings and as these are adapted/maintained. Wiring and cable are left behind (See Fig.55). The south-east passage is obstructed by the hoist fixing so that it is no longer possible to pass by and into the Choir clerestory. This must be resolved as soon as possible to allow maintenance.

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11. CHOIR

The North and south sides of the Choir clerestory walls, aisle roofs and walls, pinnacles etc. were comprehensively repaired between 1994 and 1999.

11.1 Roofs

11.1.1 The high level roof was releaded in the 1950s. It is generally in good order. On the south slope the sheets were given extra fixings in the 1980s, a section replaced, and the clips removed. There is some buckling on the north side and daylight can be seen from the roof space suggesting that water can enter. The ridge has lifted on the north side at the east end (See Fig.4) and the south side at the west end. On the north side the lead sheets have slightly slipped down and the clips are damaging the edge of the lead. Clips should be removed as on the South side. The underside of the lead sheets have oxidised and are whitened, particularly in the eastern half of the roof. A colony of pigeons is roosting on the north side but guano and debris can be noticed on both gutter and parapet sides. In particular some lead chutes and outlets are obstructed and should be regularly cleaned. (See Fig.5)

Grilles in high level rainwater gullies have fallen out on both sides.

Moss is present on the north side high level roof, in particular on the parapet and the eastern pinnacles. The stones should be brushed to clean the moss.

On the upper south roof the flashings need to be repointed in several areas.

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11.1.3 The interior of the Choir roof has an asbestos sheet to the west wall which should be entered into the Cathedral’s log of asbestos.

Wet rot in timbers at the south-east corner of the roof has been repaired. It was noted that the eastern south rafter is not well joined with the vertical timber column and the weight is not properly distributed. A structural engineer should be instructed to inspect the rafter and all timbers condition. Green stained marks were also noted on the south internal roof floor at the east end. Any leak was noticeable from the external side but some cracks on the internal vault were noted between the stone arches as well as some marks and debris on the ground floor. (See Fig.6)

Generally, debris should be removed from vault pockets and walkways and the timbers all checked.

Within the last 10 years a new fire partition has been fixed at mid length in the roof space dividing it into two compartments, and the walkway has been renewed.

Three leaded light windows within the roof space at the east end are in good order but the opening light should be overhauled.

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11.1.4 The aisle roofs to both north and south were re-laid within the last 15 years except Bays 5 and 6 to both sides which have been overhauled only. On the north side additional guarding has been added to the high level walkway over this roof. This walkway should be cleared of organic growth to prevent its becoming slippery.

Triforium roofs need urgent clearing of pigeons and their debris, guarding dislodged, nests and guano. This is particularly bad on the lower roofs in Bays 5 and 6 on the north side. Urgent remedies should be taken into account to discourage pigeons to roost on the roofs. (See Fig.7)

On the south side, weeds are growing on the tile creasings above Bays 5 and 6. This should be cleared. Pigeons are roosting on the windows and their debris must be removed.

Provide new latch to access turret door at south-east corner of aisle roof and sweep down the stairs.

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11.2 Walls

11.2.1 The North Choir masonry was cleaned and repointed within the last 15 years and defective masonry replaced. Moss on low level plinths should be checked. There is some damage to the base of the lead rainwater pipes.

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The North masonry and parapet at triforium level has a high presence of moss and it should be brushed off. (See Fig.8)

Window no. NIII has some holes. Broken glass to be repaired. (See Fig.9)

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11.2.2 The east wall of the Choir was substantially repaired in 1990 above the approximately 60' level. Below this level further stonework repairs were undertaken in the last ten years. It would be desirable to clean some of the high level masonry but this could only be done if there were a need to scaffold for another reason, such as the repair of high level glazing.

It was noticed some vegetation growing at the SE corner at triforium level, next to the buttress. This should be removed and if needed some mortar repairs to be undertaken.

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11.2.3 The south side of the Choir was repaired between 1994 and 1996. Generally, it is in good order. Some vegetation is growing up adjacent to rainwater pipes, especially on west side suggesting that the outlets might need to be cleaned or the rainwater pipes are blocked up. The vegetation needs to be removed and discharge system to be cleaned.

The discharge of the eastern south rainwater pipe in bay no.1 at ground level is missing. It needs to be replaced with a new one to match the existing. (See Fig.10)

It appears that a wasp nest is present in a gargoyle chute at triforium level between bay 4 and 5. The nest needs to be removed with a cherry picker.

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11.3 Interior of the Choir

11.3.1 Clerestories: Clear and monitor falls of stone in eastern bay 1 S. side. Monitor crack in cill of N. side Bay 2. In Bays 7-9 there are finials taken down, Bay 7, 2 Bay 8, 3 Bay 9,4

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11.3.2 South Triforium

The medieval Choir stall fragments remain in the eastern bays of the south triforium, together with work benches etc. for conservators. Debris here should be removed.

It is unfortunate that some storage use has been started in the North triforium where redundant notice boards have been placed in the eastern bay. Chapter are encouraged to keep as many of the triforium spaces clear for ease of maintenance and to reduce fire risks. It is clear that most of the material here should either be deposited in the archive, or thrown out.

The archive which is now in the western bays of the south triforium is vulnerable to fire as it is in the same space as the rest of the cathedral and it poses a fire risk in itself as well as being a very dusty area! A better solution should be found for the safety of the archive and the ease of access for the archivist.

The chute between the south transept and the south choir is blocked. (See Fig.11)

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11.3.3 The principal problem in the interior of the Choir has been the decay of the hundreds of Purbeck marble shafts and associated corbels and capitals. Within the last 15 years conservation has been completed to all areas above the ground floor. Further waxing would be desirable when access is available.

The ground floor columns, especially the ones adjacent to the stoves, are decayed and they need some conservation repairs and waxing. (See Fig.12)

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11.3.4 All the walkways need a good hoovering. Some rubble is present and it is not possible to determine if it is an ongoing problem or old debris. These passageways must be swept.

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11.3.5 The high Choir vaults were examined from a scaffold in the 1980s when the eastern bay was reconstructed. There is a pattern of cracking on few vaults (‘Saborets’ cracks) which should be recorded and monitored (use the 1980s record drawings as a base).

There are some stain marks on the ground floor right side of the east wall and some small stone pieces were found. With the binocular it appears that there are some cracks on the arch stones of the higher right vault. These might be connected to the green marks and the structural issue of the 1st south rafter (11.1.3). An engineer inspection is required to verify the entity of the problem. (See Fig.13)

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11.3.6 The aisle vaults are plastered and not in very good condition. In the south choir two bays (5 & 6) have been cleaned and limewashed. This treatment should continue when funds allow.

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11.3.7 At ground level the east-south chapel has a crack on the right of the entrance. This should be monitored. (See Fig.14)

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11.3.8 Some damp was noticed at low level of the wall behind the altar. At time of inspection the wall was dried but it should be monitored. Further investigation is required if the problem persist. The walls will need to be redecorated. (See Fig.15)

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11.3.9 Some cracks in the arches between nave and aisles at triforium level were noticed, especially eastern bays. To be monitored.

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11.3.10 A crack in the East choir window reveal no.I was noticed. To be monitored. 2

11.3.11 A crack in the tracery window of Bishop Alcock’s Chantry Chapel was noticed. To be monitored. 2

11.3.12 The columns at Ground Floor adjacent to the stoves are in bad condition. If conservation repairs are undertaken at ground floor these will be the first ones in need of repair.

12. LADY CHAPEL

12.1 Summary

Generally the Lady Chapel appears to be wind and watertight and in structurally sound condition. There are some necessary health and safety improvements to be made for maintenance access. There is ongoing external stone decay and gradual loss of important visual detail to the high level buttress gables on north and south fronts. It may be desirable to consider a future programme of stonework conservation and repair, together with a programme of light cleaning, to remove the black sulphurous (?) deposits to reduce rate of stone decay, restore where appropriate lost decorative detailing and improve the presentation. Conservation and repair of the exterior is likely to improve the conditions for the interior stonework.

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There are two historic movement vertical crack zones travelling the full height of the structure at the west elevation south end and more noticeable across the east elevation end north corner, these have been repaired and appear to be stable.

Internally the fragile Purbeck marble shafts, soft ‘clunch’ stone, and medieval paint finishes should continue to be monitored. These elements are more vulnerable in damp conditions, it is essential to ensure adjacent external areas of potential damp ingress, such as the cills, abutments walling at the lower levels are maintained in good water tight condition, likewise external drainage. Environmental monitoring of the space should continue to understand the conditions and any changes since last review.

12.2 Roofs

Shallow double pitched slated roof with central lead ridge; gable parapet abutment to north and south with lead flashing; stepped lead parapet gutters to north and south with lead flashing to roof and wall up-stands. All re-roofed in 1988-9. Leaded access hatches from roof space to north and south.

Generally all in good condition; structurally sound, wind and watertight.

Repair/replace one broken slate halfway up south pitch next to the East gable.

Failed cement pointing to north gutter parapet flashing, remove failed loose work, form solid bed, re-flaunch in lime putty to give water proof detail. Spalling render to be monitored.

Lightning conductor (north side) has become dislodged, refix, understand cause of it becoming dislodged; (appears to be caused by unauthorised access).

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12.3 Roof Space

Sawn timber trusses with some earlier timbers and steel ties and repairs, carrying large sawn purlins east west and rafters; all under drawn with felt. Upper side of stone vaulted ceiling with deep pockets. North and south walls have quatrefoil vented openings, with secure bird mesh and water protection. Generally in good condition. No signs of pigeons within.

Access gallery for maintenance of roofs needs safety handrail.

Environmental monitoring device located through hole in stone vault.

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12.4 Rainwater Disposal

Stepped lead gutters to north and south sides, in reasonable lengths falling to catch-pits, lead chutes discharge through parapet from into lead hoppers and down pipes, discharging into open grated gullies at ground level. 2 RWPs appeared blocked on the south side – plant growth from RWP and moss growth to surrounding stone

Stainless steel wire guards to be secured to down pipe outlets to protect from debris blockage.

Chute cover guards missing or are not effective as pigeons are roosting in most chutes, increasing risk of blockage.

(Below ground drainage not inspected).

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12.5 External Walls

12.5.1 West Wall

Shallow gabled Barnack stone wall with angled buttresses terminating in stone pinnacle, central large tracery window with stepped decorated canopied niches. Generally in fair condition; structurally sound, wind and appears watertight; some localised stone decay leading to minor loss of detail.

Lower plinth course, mortar pointing and weathering failed. Repoint and weather. 5

Monuments conserved during last 5 years.

West gable parapet facing east at roof is weather tight, flashings in good condition. Remove accumulations of moss, point open joints to lower capping.

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12.5.2 North Wall

Barnack stone elevation in 5 bays, each with central large tracery window, 2 high level quatrefoil roof vents, staged buttresses with crocketed gables and pinnacles; handmade brick parapet, stone cap.

Generally fair condition; structurally sound, wind and appears watertight; some localised stone decay leading to loss of important detail, particularly to high level buttress crockets and projecting grotesques, some of which have all but disappeared.

Open joints to east side of western buttresses to be re-pointed. 5

Some stone delamination to easternmost buttress; brush off loose material to prevent masonry falls, monitor rate of decay during quinquennium. Remove ivy/sapling at high level to buttress.

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Some broken/missing stones to plinth level along buttresses and lowest set-off/string course, to be repaired.

Localised spalling stone to central window tracery, to be monitored during quinquennium. Repointing required to cill 4th window from west.

Easternmost window 3 broken quarries.

Missing sections of string course to 4th buttress from west, mid-height, to be repaired.

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Decorative grotesques and crockets to buttress details in many places are being eroded away and in places lost; it may be desirable to conserve or restore these.

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North Parapet: handmade brick parapet with stone capping, localised areas of failed mortar pointing to south (gutter) side to be raked out and repointed, some spalled brick to both faces.

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12.5.3 East Wall

Shallow gabled Barnack stone wall with angled buttresses terminating in stone pinnacle, central large tracery window with stepped decorated canopied niches. Generally fair condition; structurally sound, wind and watertight.

Broken quarry and some poor repair to central section of window.

Open joints to east face of south buttress to be repointed. 5

Historic crack to north side of lower wall, position and north side coursing suggests diagonal movement across northeast corner. This has been repointed.

Deteriorated stone to plinth and lower string course to south side of northern buttress.

East gable parapet facing west is weather tight, flashings in good condition. Remove accumulations of moss and repoint open joints to lower capping slabs, south-side.

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12.5.4 South Wall

Barnack stone elevation in 5 bays, each with central large tracery window, 2 high level quatrefoil roof vents, staged buttresses with crocketed gables and pinnacles, stone parapet, modern brick to north face. Lower section of 4 western bays obscured by attached vestry buildings.

Generally fair condition; structurally sound, wind and appears watertight; some localised stone decay leading to loss of important detail, particularly to high level buttress crockets and projecting grotesques detail; areas of black sulphurous (?) pollutant deposits.

Some localised delamination of stone to intermediate and high level stages of the south buttresses. Any loose material should be removed to prevent masonry falls.

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Localised areas of open joints to be re-pointed at intermediate height to ashlar stonework to buttresses and wall bays

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Lower level eastern bay, open joints to be repointed, some stone conservation and repair/replacement will be required. Missing sections to lower string course in bay and damage and deteriorated stone to lower string courses of buttress (east).

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Quatrefoil stonework in a poor state of decay, remove loose material and consider methods of reducing rate of decay, particularly to eastern or westernmost quatrefoils.

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South Parapet, North Face: Some localised areas of stone decay and delamination causing loss of material and detail, carry out mortar plastic repairs to locally spalled stone.

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Plant growth in various places mid to low level areas including buttresses to be removed.

Area of stone cill missing 2nd window from west, to be replaced.

Localised missing sections of diagonal mouldings of buttresses in various places, replace and monitor for further deterioration.

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12.6 Interior

Single, very large rectangular space, largely single phase mid 14th Century Lady Chapel. Shallow lierne vault 5 bay stone ceiling with painted bosses. Large tracery windows to east and west elevations and to 5 bays north and south; mostly clear glass, some coloured to south side central bay. Wall surfaces divided into decorative panels with canopied niches. Lower stage of wall has continuous blind arcade of ‘nodding’ ogee canopies and moulded Purbeck marble attached shafts and some ‘clunch’ stone;


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benching. 14th Century sculptural frieze with reformation damage, some medieval paint finishes and traces of lettering. Modern Purbeck limestone floor, statue of Our Lady, recent Altar and iron Reredos. Stair turret at northwest corner leads to roof.

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Environmental monitoring should continue to be reviewed to assess any further changes in environmental conditions and whether remedial measures should be considered.

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12.6.1 Walls

East Wall, North Side – Vertical crack (at lower level open) travelling height of east wall to roof space, corresponds to external pointed joints and to lower level open joints and crack at to north elevation east bay has in part been repointed and not reopened. Some possibly associated small hairline cracking. Overall movement may be diagonally across northwest corner.

Ceiling vault – generally good condition.

West wall – some friable clunch stone at low level course, may be susceptible to damp conditions, monitor during quinquennium (ensure external pointing around this area is watertight).

Floor – good condition; there is a history of movement in the Sanctuary. The open joint at step to raised dais, east end, re-point.

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Ventilation – consider any benefits of increasing natural ventilation following review of environmental monitoring.

Turret: Sweep out debris, secure new safety guard rail at top of stair. H&S

13. MONUMENTS

13.1 A thorough survey of all the monuments was undertaken early in 1995 by Trevor Proudfoot of Cliveden Conservation. This is available for inspection in a separate volume. Priorities and programmes of repair were identified.

A great deal of minor repair and cleaning was then carried out by a volunteer conservator, Richard Wilson. This made a considerable improvement to the appearance of many of the monuments.

More recently, the Clerk of the Works has reviewed all the monuments and prepared a prioritised programme which is included within this report.

14. FURNISHINGS AND FITTINGS

14.1 General

There are a large number of furnishings and fittings within the Cathedral and the overall impression from the inspection carried out is that most are in good condition with only minor repairs, decoration and polishing required.

Evidence of wood boring insect attack was limited to isolated areas.

A housekeeping day was held in 2006 for staff and volunteers and may need to be repeated.

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Stonework should be regularly cleaned by dusting with the appropriate soft brushes into a portable hoover, unless there are any paint features. Where medieval fragments of paint survive, the monument or stonework should only be cleaned by a conservator. The cleaning regime should be monitored by the Director of Works.

For a full list of the Cathedral’s contents, see the Inventory. This section describes the condition of significant and useful items and identifies actions for their care and conservation. Comments are also made where the fittings detract from the presentation of the building.

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14.2 South Choir Aisle

Two timber barriers with 2 iron rope stands to floor monuments, timber requiring stiffening/repairs to joints where loose.

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19th century decorative wrought iron screen by Skidmore into Octagon requires dusting and gentle clean but otherwise in good condition.

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20th century oak server kneeling desk by Pace in good condition.

Set of 20th century oak clergy stalls by Pace in good condition.

14.3 Bishop West’s Chapel

Two Glastonbury chairs in good condition.

13 beech church chairs with tapestry kneelers in good condition.

Small 20th century oak credence table with 3 enclosed panelled sides in good condition.

Contemporary decorative wrought iron entrance gates from South Choir Aisle in good condition.

Cast iron altar rails with heavy curtains; stone altar with 2 no. silver candlesticks and painted reredos, all in good condition.

Glass vase on stone plinth.

14.4 St. Etheldreda’s Chapel

20th century oak altar on timber platform with tapestry hangings to front in reasonable condition, with two silver candlesticks and altar cross in good condition.

Seven panel oak reredos with gilding in good condition (removed from the Lady Chapel in the 1950s).

Small oak side table in reasonable condition.

19th century credence table with single drawer in reasonable condition.

14 bay 20th century oak stalls and panelling to rear of Presbytery with tapestry cushions and kneelers, including integral 20th century oak Book of Remembrance display case on stone plinth.

Louis of Luxembourg framed certificate on modern timber easel stand, ceramic bowl on 20th century base and stone statue of Etheldreda on fixed carved base, all in good condition.

14.5 Bishop Alcock’s Chapel

Two Glastonbury chairs in good condition.

10 beech church chairs in good condition.

Small elm credence table in good condition.

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Modern steel gates to St Etheldreda’s Chapel in good condition.

Highly decorative carved timber door to tomb enclosure in good condition.

Stone altar in reasonable condition with minor damage to edges and modern painted reredos by John Maddison.

14.6 North Choir Aisle

20th century oak Royal Air Force Books of Remembrance stand (4 no books) in good condition.

Two timber barriers to floor monument, in good condition, one currently in wrong position.

Modern iron gates to Processional Way.

Timber door to cupboard under organ loft with wrought iron fittings.

19th century decorative wrought iron screen by Skidmore into Octagon requires dusting and gentle clean but otherwise in good condition.

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Pricket stand with ceramic bowl on iron legs in good condition.

Metal pricket stand in good condition.

Ramp with handrail.

Modern oak screened low level cupboard donated by the Friends, in good condition but with many items stored behind which should be cleared.

Six standards at high level in reasonable condition. Flagpole with no standard present.

2 beech church chairs in good condition.

Three 20th century oak servers kneeling desks by Pace in good condition.

Set of 20th century oak clergy stalls by Pace in good condition.

Early stone coffin removed from the Prior’s Door area.

14.7 Presbytery

Approximately 70 20th century beech church chairs in reasonable condition.

Two 19th century oak prayer desks in reasonable condition.

20th century oak pulpit now in stone.

Four copper 20th century candleholders to the site of St Etheldreda’s shrine in the floor in good condition.

Three 20th century oak communion rails in good condition.

Two gilded and upholstered 19th century chairs in reasonable condition.

Two kneeling desks in oak, one gilded, in reasonable condition.

Two carved oak chairs, one beech chair and five Glastonbury chairs, all in good condition.

19th century oak credence table in good condition.

Oak altar with two silver candlesticks and gilded altar cross in good condition.

Four 17th century carved timber gilded floor standing candlesticks in good condition.

Two 19th century decorative and gilded gasoliers, now electrified.

19th century Purbeck marble reredos by George Gilbert Scott in very good condition.

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14.8 Choir

46 medieval seated rear timber choir stalls with pinnacled tops to the height of the choir screen. Secured to the stonework and in reasonable condition.

Immediately in front of the medieval are the Scott choir stalls with three benches forming 19 bays to each side. Integral book rests and candle holders, all in reasonable condition.

Completed with further series of Scott front choir stalls to each side, comprising 6 benches on Purbeck marble bases with free-standing floor mounted desks.

Seven bay Choir screen with pair of central opening brass gates and brass infills to panels. Screen incorporates the Bishop’s and Dean’s stall facing East, all in good condition.

Brass handrails either side of screen leading to choir stalls.

Single beech 19th century Glastonbury chair in good condition.

Single oak 20th century prayer/kneeler stand in good condition.

Metal music stand.

19th century (?) side table (6 legs/columns on plinth).

Small chamber organ.

19th century brass eagle lectern with brass floor mounted candle holders either side and timber lectern stand with brass handrail.

14.9 Processional Way

Modern oak screened cupboard and two modern oak doors to Lady Chapel all in good condition.

Modern timber painted bench.

Floor-standing candleholder for 13 candles in good condition.

Oak 19th century prayer desk in good condition.

Movable bookstand for hymn books (covered).

Large freestanding chest fridge plus foldable table.

14.10 Lady Chapel

Mirrored glass topped beech 20th century viewing stand in good condition.

Two wrought iron 20th century candlesticks in good condition.

Small 20th century foldable oak lectern in good condition.

Modern pricket stand with ceramic bowl on iron legs in good condition.

Chamber organ (covered) plus stool.

Modern tapestry seat cushions to all integral benches.

Gilded modern painted wrought iron and steel altar and reredos by John Maddison from 2008.

Modern metal music stand.

Modern timber tall stool.


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14.11 Lady Chapel Lobby

Oak cupboard in good condition.

Pair of oak doors from Lady Chapel. One wrought iron handle missing from one leaf should be reinstated.

M

Stacked chairs, tables and stored ladder.

14.12 North Porch

Modern square framed screen of 13 bays and door, formed into cupboard.

Timber door and frame from North Transept into North Porch, all in reasonable condition including ironmongery.

Double doors from Lady Chapel Lobby into North Porch in reasonable condition including ironmongery.

Timber screen and two sets of doors and frames to exterior. External doors require timber repairs and infills to panelling at low level and to lower section of frame jambs. Internal doors and screen appear in reasonable condition with minor repairs needed to mid rail.

M

Pair of Bequest boards from Ely Trinity church doorway on west wall. Small area of loose plaster under left hand board should be checked as possibility it may fall off.

M

2 movable modern timber (beech?) cupboards plus stored ladder.

14.13 St George’s Chapel (Guy Dawber, early 20th century)

Two oak Glastonbury chairs in good condition.

Two oak 20th century prayer desks in good condition.

Two wall mounted 20th century Book of Remembrance display cases in good condition.

Two oak 20th century kneeler/prayer rails in good condition.

Oak 20th century altar in good condition.

Decorated oak 20th century retable in good condition.

Oak 20th century side screens to north and south walls in good condition.

Three bay timber screen with central opening to North Transept, in good condition.

Medieval wall paintings were cleaned and conserved in the 1990s by Wolfgang Gaertner and Tom Organ.

14.14 St Edmund’s Chapel

Two oak 19th century Glastonbury chairs in good condition.

Twelve 20th century beech church chairs all in good condition.

Small oak side table with glass top in good condition.

Medieval stone column base.

19th century altar and alabaster predellor all in very good condition.

4 bay Medieval timber screen with opening gate to North Transept. Bays are panelled at bottom with carved traceries. Timber decayed slightly at base to stonework although appears stable.

Medieval wall paintings were cleaned and conserved in the 1990s by Wolfgang Gaertner and Tom Organ.


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14.15 North Transept

Model of octagon on modern base in good condition.

Frontal chest in Tuscan style by Jane Kennedy 1994 in good condition.

Modern pricket stand with ceramic bowl on iron legs in good condition.

Stone flower stand made up of early masonry in good condition.

19 standards at high level in varying stages of condition.

Large amounts of staging, tables and chairs stored in piles and ‘hidden’ by inappropriate modern screens. Desirable to find another place for these to clear North Transept of clutter.

D

Timber bookstand/display case.

Ramp with handrail.

2 tapestries in timber and glass display cases.

14.16 Octagon

Number of 20th century interlocking Beech chairs with four front kneeling rails by Pace all in good condition.

Central 20th century oak altar and platform with oak kneeling rails by Pace, all in good condition.

Two sets of 20th century oak and steel choir stalls and Music Director’s chair and desk by Pace in good condition.

Brass handrail and wrought iron balustrades, infill and structure to stairs to stone pulpit. Wrought ironwork requires cleaning, otherwise in good condition.

M

Door to Verger’s vestry in reasonable condition.

20th century oak credence table in good condition.

Victorian sandstone pulpit with Purbeck marble columns and alabaster statues, all requiring regular cleaning otherwise in good condition.

M

Figure of Christ by Peter Eugene Ball mounted above pulpit.

Grand piano.

14.17 South Transept

Two pairs of repaired angels (2010) from the 17th century organ case mounted at high and low level around a painting of the resurrection.

Painting of St Peter being released from prison by Joseph Ribera from around 1600.

Tabular Eliensis’ medieval painting on wood of 40 knights and monks.

Pre-reformation chest in good condition.

Highly decorative carved timber door to Canon’s vestry.

David Wynne metal sculpture ‘Mary Magdalene recognises Jesus’ on stone base with metal and timber s-shaped pricket stands either side.

Timber posts with rope enclosing central floor mosaic.

20th century beech church chair in good condition.


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14.18 St Dunstan’s Chapel

Two 19th century Glastonbury chairs. Allow to peg joints as loose. M

Ten 20th century beech church chairs all in good condition.

Small timber credence tray in good condition.

Small wall mounted mosaic picture of Christ in good condition.

20th century timber altar with brass decoration to front and timber altar platform all in good condition.

20th century 4 bay mild steel screen to South Transept with pair of central gates, generally in good condition.

Timber and glass modern screen on North wall to 17th century tapestry display case in reasonable condition.

Metal and timber banner stand ‘Margaret Fox’ dedication.

14.19 Operation’s Office/Old Library

Mild steel 20th century gate to entrance, recent fire door upgrade to door.

Walls lined with 19th century fitted timber shelves and display panels all in good condition.

New steel mezzanine with desks, chairs, cupboards, coat stand, filing cabinets, radiators, railings to edge of mezzanine and stair.

14.20 Verger’s Vestry

Fitted kitchen units and cupboards from the mid 1990s, all in good condition but would benefit from some redecoration.

M

14.21 Canon’s Vestry

Large oak chest of drawers from 1986 in very good condition.

Timber hanging rail stand, grandfather clock, small oak linen chest with drawers and oak table on casters, all in good condition.

18th century chair with cloth covered back and seat and cabriole legs in good condition.

Three large oak wardrobes, screen and doors into Verger’s Vestry from the mid 1990s in very good condition.

Four floor standing oak candlesticks and two bases in good condition.

Small fitted modern kitchen in space towards verger’s vestry in fair condition, rail opposite.

Music/amplifying equipment.

Chubb safe.

Modern timber table and chair.

14.22 Nave

20th century oak framed collection box.

New reception desk from 2006/07.

Mirrored glass topped beech 20th century viewing stand in good condition.

New veneered ply and metal congregation chairs by Howe.

Assorted stands and supports to form rope barriers. All in reasonable condition.


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Food bank box.

Metal stands for signage, tours etc.

14.23 South Nave Aisle

Timber and perspex donation box to South porch door in good condition.

New reception desk from 2006/07.

Timber doors to Song School and Prior’s Door area both in good condition.

Numerous wheelchairs stored at both ends of the aisle.

Timber signage and timber stand with guest book, all in good condition.

2 new cupboards (light wood – beech?)

3 19th century (?) oak benches.

Single howe chair.

Roped off area.

Oak and wrought iron rails around Saxon Cross in good condition with pair of adjacent gilt candle stands.

14.24 Prior’s Door Area

19th century Arundel Print chest, previously belonging to the Bishop, in fair condition.

Stone coffin – now in N. Choir Aisle.

Two modern plastic stacking chairs (childrens) + folded plastic table.

Contemporary iron railings around Prior’s door stonework.

Two 19th century (?) oak benches.

One 20th century oak bench.

One backless bench.

Six aluminium folding chairs.

Small timber cupboard in poor condition.

Plastic boxes of children’s toys and carpet stored under chest.

Marble and brass/bronze figures/tablets.

14.25 North Nave Aisle

Blue metal trolley and plastic boxes outside shop should be removed. D

Wrought iron screen to John Russell Woodford monument in good condition.

Bell of St Nicholas on timber blocks, appears in good condition.

3 timber book stands (movable).

14.26 South Porch

Fixed modern noticeboard to east wall.

Remnants of 14th century tracery window and door frame from Prior Crauden’s study, mounted on wall (formerly in the Prior’s House).

Modern timber bench, two (19th century?) oak benches; and two backless benches, all in good condition.


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Oak inner entrance screen in reasonable condition.

Outer iron gates have been reused in 17th century doorway and are in good condition.

Gas meter box in timber boxing.

Television screen on castored metal stand.

Area cluttered with parking bollards, stored signs, easels, metal stand and trolleys. Desirable to clear this area and find more appropriate location for storage.

D

Timber castored sign/information board.

Flowers in stone plinth.

Mothers Union free standing display board.

14.27 Music Library

Refurbished in 2007 and all in good condition, but should be re-limewashed in next 2 years. 2

Seven oak single bookcases, two 5 bay oak bookcases and 3 door oak robe cupboards.

Large oak high table with 13 modern ply and metal stools.

Modern castored metal hanging rail.

Clavinova.

Timber door to South Porch in good condition.

14.28 Song School

Refurbished in 2007 and all in good condition, but should be re-limewashed in next 2 years. 2

Two 3 door oak robe cupboards and two oak bookcases.

Five oak music stands and two metal music stands.

Number of modern stools.

Piano.

Single timber doors to South Nave Aisle, Prior’s Door and Music Library all in good condition.

Electric heaters on and window open at time of visit. M

14.29 West Tower

‘Christus’ by Hans Feibusch and two modern pricket stands with ceramic bowls on ceramic bases, all in very good condition.

Main West doors to Cathedral with medieval boards to the inside and G.G. Scott’s boards and ironmongery externally. Substantially repaired and adapted for disabled use within last 15 years.

Timber and Perspex collection box in good condition.

Various information boards and television monitor, timber castored signs.

20th century desk and church chair.

14.30 South West Transept

Door to West tower, overhauled within last 15 years and in good condition.

Gilbert Scott 19th century font would benefit from conservation clean and repair if it is to remain, including the stone base and improving the current water feature.


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20th century painted timber display board for Sunday club, metal signage and single church chair and timber bearer, all in good condition.

Table display – Ely photographic club exhibition.

Ramp with handrail.

14.31 St Catherine’s Chapel

20th century timber credence table in good condition.

Early 20th century marble altar with wooden crucifix in good condition.

Early stone column.

14 beech church chairs all in good condition.

15. FLOORS AND LEDGER SLABS

It is recommended that the Schedule of Ledger Slabs is updated.

Generally: white paint or tape to ramp and step edges needs renewing.

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H&S

15.1 Galilee Porch

Red and black quarry tiles laid to Scott’s design. There is a step up to the west door and the thresholds at the entrance to the Galilee Porch have been lowered.

There has been significant differential wearing of the quarry tiles across the floor; with the red tiles having worn a lot more than the black. The area most affected is in front of the west doors but there are also isolated tiles across the floor. In total more than 30 tiles would need replacing but this would be a very difficult task to do satisfactorily and a new stone floor is under consideration.

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D

There is a temporary timber ramp across the west doors. A permanent solution should be developed and could be part of the complete re-flooring.

D

The inside edge of the thresholds of the west doors has white paint hazard. This is now wearing and needs to be repointed.

H&S

15.2 West Tower

Labyrinth formed from black and white marble stones with a stone surround. Some of the white marble was replaced by Scott with a ceramic substitute made by Minton. There are single steps up to the west doors and the refectory door.

The Minton tiles are generally in good condition. The black marble is in reasonable condition; the replacement of damaged and cracked ‘white’ stones in Purbeck marble has been completed.

There are temporary timber ramps at the west doors and the refectory. Permanent stone solutions should be developed.

D

15.3 Refectory

Raised timber boarded floor with vinyl covering in fair condition.

15.4 South West Transept

Chequered black marble and pink stone floor with a stone surround.

There are four eroded pink stone slabs on the west side of the floor. There is a grating in the south east corner which is loose and needs fixing. The rest of the floor is in good condition.

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There is a stone step to either side of the font which is in the middle of the north side of the transept, which are both covered by temporary timber ramps. A permanent stone solution should be developed.

The floor is generally grubby and the cleaning regime should be reviewed.

D

M

15.5 St. Catherine’s Chapel

Patterned red and black quarry tile floor with decorative Terrazzo border and dividing bands, with a matching raised altar dais within the apse incorporating yellow quarry tiles; all with stone surrounds and steps. Much of the floor within the apse has been covered with a later white/grey marble altar dais. There are two ledger slabs.

The quarry tiles are in good condition. The Terrazzo is very worn on the south side of the floor and in the apse.

There is some movement in the modern dais and one of the treads is cracked. Ideally the dais should be removed and the earlier floor repaired (1840s – Robert Hollis, See Cliveden Conservation report in Archive).

D

Ledger Slabs:

Bishop Edward Roberts d. 2001. Black marble. Good condition.

Various initials of the Blackburn Family, latest dated 1999. Black marble. Good condition.

15.6 Nave

Laid out by Scott consisting of 12 bays each divided into three by stone slabs with square black and white marble to the sides (the slabs in each bay are laid in a different pattern) and coloured marbles in the centre. Each of the centre bays has either a circular or square central panel with smaller roundels in each quarter. In one bay only there is a large ledger slab. The bays are numbered east to west.

Bay 1: This bay has an additional coloured marble band below the east arch of the crossing. 2 ‘green’ squares and 1 black triangle cracked and will need to be replaced. There is one stone in the centre of the arch band which is cracked and has been repaired.

5

Bay 2: There is a large ledger slab in the centre with red marble surround and green and black stone to the north and south. There are twenty worn green stone slabs. There are five worn black slabs on the south side.

5

Bay 3: In the centre both of the stones in the central panel are cracked. There are open joints in the black and white slabs and there are ten worn black slabs on the south side.

Bay 4: In the centre there are two worn stones in the border of the central panel. There are nine worn black slabs on the south side.

Bay 5: In the centre the north east roundel is cracked and there are seven cracked border stones to the roundels. There are open joints in the black and white slabs and there are five worn black slabs on the south side – review in the next 5 years.

5

Bay 6: In the centre the central panel stone and the north west roundel are cracked and there are five cracked border stones to the roundels. There are open joints in the black and white slabs and there is one damaged white slab on the north side.

Bay 7: In the centre both of the stones in the central panel are cracked and worn; and two in the border stones are cracked. The north west roundel is cracked. There are open joints in the black and white slabs.

Bay 8: In the centre there is one cracked stone in the border of the square central panel, itself cracked, and there are some open joints. There are open joints in the black and white slabs and there are two damaged white slabs on the south side.


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Bay 9: In the centre there is one cracked stone in the central panel and three in the border. There are five cracked border stones to the roundels and there are some open joints. There are open joints in the black and white slabs and there are two damaged white slabs on the south side.

Bay 10: The north east roundel stone was replaced in the last 5 years.

There are two border stones to the roundels that are cracked and there are some open joints. There are open joints in the black and white slabs and there are two worn black slabs on the south side and one worn white slab on the north side.

Bay 11: In the centre there is one cracked stone in the central panel which needs to be filled, and one in the border. The south east roundel is cracked and there are four cracked border stones to the roundels. There are open joints in the black and white slabs and there are three cracked slabs on the north side.

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Bay 12: In the centre there is one hemisphere which was cracked and been repaired. There are six border stones to the roundels that are cracked. There are three cracked stone slabs in the border and there are open joints in the black and white slabs.

?Ledger to Alan de Walsingham. Black marble. Missing brass inlay; outline still reasonably bold but wearing. (This slab is not recorded in the Schedule of Ledger slabs).

15.7 North Nave Aisle

Chequered black and white marble floor subdivided down the centre and surrounded by stone bands; the flooring between the nave piers is also stone. The four western bays of the aisle are the Cathedral Shop and the shop is carpeted so that area of the floor could not be inspected.

The floor is generally in good condition and has been undergoing a programme of repairs. There are 6 much eroded black marble stones at the east end.

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15.8 South Nave Aisle

Chequered black and white marble floor subdivided down the centre and surrounded by stone bands; the flooring between the nave piers is also stone. There are steps down to the Prior’s Door and at the west end of the aisle which are flanked on either side by a ledger slab.

The stone and white marble are both in good condition; however the black marble is very eroded and are around 45 which will need to be replaced.

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The stone steps are in good condition but they have worn white adhesive tape applied to the nosing. This is now wearing and needs to be replaced.

H&S

Ledger Slabs:

Donovan Purcell d.1973. Grey stone. Good condition.

Peter Miller d.1994. Grey stone. Good condition.

15.9 Remains of the Cloister

South Porch

Repairs planned at the time of the survey. Provide 3m (minimum) matting to protect floor inside cathedral.

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York stone slabs with brick to either side on the east leg. There is a traffic barrier matting in front of the south door.

There are cracked and broken slabs in the area of floor in front of the Music Library which are to be replaced. The brick floor is in good condition.

Music library

Herringbone wood block floor with two stone steps up to the east door.


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The floor is generally in good condition; there are a number of loose blocks but these are not currently a cause for concern. The surface of the floor will need re-finishing (use a Swedish linseed oil soap).

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Song School

Basket weave wood block floor with two stone steps up to the north door into the south nave aisle.

The floor is generally in good condition; there are 2 rotting blocks below the west radiator but these are not currently a cause for concern. The surface of the floor will need re-finishing (see above).

M

Prior’s Door

Modern concrete paving slabs with a raised stone threshold at the door and two steps up at the south door.

There are three cracked and broken slabs that need to be replaced. Most of the mortar joints between the slabs are open and will need re-pointing.

M

The steps are in good condition but they have had a black and yellow adhesive hazard tape applied to the nosing. This is now wearing and needs to be replaced. Ideally a more permanent and sensitive solution should be developed.

M/D

15.10 Octagon

The floor is of York stone flags with a black and white marble octagon in the centre possibly laid by Essex, which is partially covered by a timber platform. There are two modern stone inscription slabs dated 2000 and 2009 on the south and north sides of the Octagon.

The Octagon floor is in very poor condition. The York stone is all very worn and there are a number of slabs that are cracked and there are numerous open mortar joints. The marble in the centre of the Octagon are in poor condition but recent repairs have dealt with the worst problems. It would be good to re-floor this important part of the building at the same time as undertaking a review of the liturgical setting.

D

15.11 North Transept (including West Aisle)

Chequered black and white marble floor subdivided and surrounded by stone bands. There is a temporary timber ramp with metal handrails up to the North Door Entrance.

The black marble slabs are very worn and there are approximately 75 across the entire floor that will need replacing. Generally the white slabs appear to be in better condition.

5

The stone steps up to the North Door Entrance are covered by a temporary timber ramp. A permanent stone solution should be developed.

D

15.12 North Door Entrance

Chequered black and white marble floor with stone surround.

The black marble slabs are very worn some to such an extent that they form a trip hazard; approximately 40 will need replacing.

5

15.13 St. George’s Chapel

White stone floor with square grey marble.

The floor is in good condition. Single ledger:

Muirhead Clayton d.1957. Black marble 1520 x 890mm. In good condition. Altar step carpeted.


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15.14 St. Edmund’s Chapel

Wood block floor with a single step at the entrance; the altar sits on a timber platform.

The floor is in good condition; there are some loose blocks but these are not a cause for concern.

15.15 South Transept

The floor is largely of brick pavers with medieval floor tiles laid in the centre covered by carpet for much of the year and a number of ledger slabs.

It is important that the medieval tiles are exposed and able to ‘breathe’ for as long as possible each year. They should only be covered for concerts and major services and the management may need reviewing. Their condition should be checked annually by the Director of Works.

M

The brick floor is generally in good condition; however, there are a number of areas where the pointing has failed and needs re-pointing and there are small areas of damaged bricks that will need repointing.

5

Ledger Slabs:

Phillip Wade d.1767. Black marble. Worn inscription particularly to the east end of the slab.

Sidney Inskip Ladds d.1949. Grey stone. Inscription in good condition.

Samuelis Hutton d.1718. Black marble 1720 x 850mm. The Latin inscription is worn.

Gulieluni Silvertop d.1699. Black marble 1700 x 840mm. The Latin inscription is worn.

William Irwin d. 1776. Black marble in good condition. (This ledger slab is not recorded in the Schedule of Ledger slabs).

15.16 Verger’s Vestry

Poured concrete floor in the lobby and carpet in the vestry.

The stone step at the entrance to the lobby is worn and the black and yellow adhesive hazard tape applied to the nosing is also worn and needs to be replaced. Ideally a more permanent and sensitive solution should be developed. The carpet is in good condition.

H&S

15.17 Clergy Vestry

Linoleum flooring in the lobby and adjacent cupboard, and herringbone block floor in the vestry; partially covered with two rugs. All the floors are in good condition.

15.18 Operations Room (Old Library)

Ground floor: Raised timber floor, carpet relaid in last quinquennium. New first floor

15.19 St. Dunstan & St. Ethelwold Chapel

Modern Purbeck stone floor with modern ledger slabs to Bishops and members of Chapter. The floor is in good condition.

Ledger Slabs:

112. Patrick Hankey d.1973. Cream marble 640 x 460mm. Good condition.

113. Wills Spen d.1973. Cream marble 630 x 470mm. Good condition.

Bishop Peter Knight Walker d.2010. Good condition.

James Rowe, 2014


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15.20 Choir

Black and white marble floor inset with diamonds of red, black, yellow and white tiles in a geometric pattern. At the west end are two large ledger slabs and at the east end three steps up into the Presbytery. These steps have black marble nosings and treads of encaustic tiles, designed by Scott; the lower step has five larger heraldic encaustic tiles.

There has been some movement in the Presbytery floor particularly at the east and west ends; the floor appears to have risen in places and this will require further investigation. A small area of the floor has been lifted to investigate the substrate and relaid.

At the west end the tiles are worn and there has been some differential wearing of the tiles with the yellow and white tiles being the worst affected. There are also open joints particularly adjacent to the runners of the Choir gate and these will need re-pointing.

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The three steps up to the Presbytery are wide and unevenly spaced. The installation of carefully designed handrails should be considered to improve access.

D

Ledger Slabs:

51. Prior Crauden d.1341. Black marble with brass inlay. Original stone with renewed brass.

The stone is cracked and the surface of the slab is pitted. The brass inlay at the east end of the slab is loose and needs re-fixing.

52. Bishop Hotham (19th century). Black marble with brass inlay. The slab is cracked in three places. Some of the brass inlays are beginning to loosen and the stem of the cross has been replaced with a piece of brass that is too short.

15.21 Presbytery

Black and white marble floor inset with diamonds of red, black, white and yellow tiles in a geometric pattern. The east altar dais of five steps is constructed with black marble nosings and treads of encaustic tiles, designed by Scott. There is a single ledger slab.

The Presbytery floor is beginning to deteriorate; there is movement and unevenness in the south west corner of the floor and in front of the altar dais. A small area of the floor was lifted to investigate the substrate and relaid in the last 5 years.

There is general wearing of the stone across the entire floor. There are a number of cracked and worn slabs that will need replacing; 4 no. white marble slabs and 5 no. black marble slabs.

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There is also some minor cracking of the stones on the north side of the Presbytery but these are not currently a cause for concern.

The tiles on the altar dais are good condition; however, there is move movement in the black marble nosings of the lower two steps. This appears to be associated with the movement in the adjacent floor and it should be investigated at the same time.

Ledger Slab:

Etheldreda Monument. Black marble. In good condition.

15.22 North Choir Aisle

The floor is mainly of York stone flags but with various other stones. There are two steps up on the east side of bay 8. There are a number of ledger slabs in the aisle and these are located in groups at the east and west ends of the aisle and in bays 5 and 6.

The stone flags are very uneven and worn but of immense character and interest. They are generally in good condition; the mortar joints should be; kept full. Some of the more worn flags at the east end of the aisle will need replacing.

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There is some wear to the lower step; one of the Purbeck marble stones is very worn on the north side. Repair if a stone ramp is introduced.

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At the north end of the steps is a temporary timber ramp with a metal handrail to one side. A permanent stone solution should be developed.

D

Ledger Slabs from the East End:

55. Green/red fleck marble 3020 x 1140mm. Missing brass inlay; outline still bold. Vulnerable to foot traffic.

56. Grey fleck marble. Missing brass inlay; outline very worn and pitted. Vulnerable to foot traffic.

57. Grey/green fleck marble 2400 x 1110mm. Missing brass inlay; outline wearing. Slab is cracked.

58. Grey/green fleck marble 1960 x 800mm. Missing brass inlay; outline and surface worn.

59. Black fleck marble 2160 x 910mm. No inscription; very worn and cracked in three places.

60. Bishop Patrick d.1725. Black marble 1980 x 970mm. Clear inscription and Coat of Arms; some wearing. Vulnerable to foot traffic.

61. George Basevi d.1845. Black marble 2220 x 980mm. Brass and coloured enamel inlay; the brass and enamel is much worn in places but the slab is roped off and will not deteriorate further.

62. C.M. 1812. York stone 560 x 560mm. Clear inscription.

63. M. 1803. Slab has been removed.

64. Robertus Moss d.1729. Black marble 2290 x 1270mm. Clear inscription and Coat of Arms; crack across the south west corner. Vulnerable to foot traffic.

65. Thomas Stuart. Yellow marble 1390 x 900mm. Inscription is no longer discernible.

66. Off red/cream marble 1390 x 760mm. Inscription is no longer discernible, surface badly worn and slab is cracked.

67. Yellow marble 1520 x 1010mm. No inscription; surface and edges of slab worn.

68. Black fleck marble 2390 x 1330mm. Inscription is wearing and the surface is pitted. Vulnerable to foot traffic.

69. Red marble. No inscription; surface of slab pitted and worn.

15.23 Bishop Alcock’s Chapel

Floor is formed from a large Purbeck marble slab (Bishop Alcock’s tomb slab) surrounded by black and white tiles and encaustic tiles; there are ledger slabs to either side of the altar, which sits on a stone platform. Stone steps up from the north choir aisle.

The tiles are all in good condition. Surface damage to the north west corner of the marble slab repaired in the last 5 years.

Ledger Slabs:

53. Harold Wynn d.1956. Black marble 1320 x 520mm. Clear inscription.

54. Lord Compton. Brass inlay into altar steps. Good condition.

15.24 St. Etheldreda’s Chapel

Floor of polished Purbeck marble slabs with a single black marble step across the full width of the chapel. There is a timber altar platform and a two ledger slabs.

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Ledger Slabs:

50. German inscription 1988. Black marble 570 x 500mm. Gold inscription in good condition.

Dennis Green, 1999.

Henry Hardell d.1854. Black marble with brass and coloured enamel inlay in good condition. (Situated behind the altar platform this ledger slab is not recorded in the Schedule of Ledger slabs).

15.25 Bishop West’s Chapel

Floor of square stone pamments with ledger slabs at the west end and either side of the altar; which sits on a stone platform. New stone steps up from the south choir aisle.

The floor is in very good condition.

Ledger Slabs:

43. Bishop Edmund Keene d.1781. Black marble 1960 x 980mm. Clear inscription.

44. Bishop Sparke d. 1836. Black marble 3060 x 1230mm. Brass and coloured enamel inlay; some of the brass inlay is beginning to lift at the west end and needs re-fixing.

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Due to its position in the middle of the chapel the brass is wearing and is vulnerable to foot traffic and chould be protected.

D

45. Bishop Jacobi Russell. Black marble 2370 x 1120mm.

Brass and coloured enamel inlay in good condition. The brass is vulnerable to damage through the use of the chairs in the chapel and it should be protected.

D

46. Robert Hatch Kennet d.1932. Brass plaque 410 x 290mm. Good condition.

47. Michael Carey d.1985. Brass plaque 410 x 290mm. Good condition.

48. Henry Balmford d.1977. Black marble 750 x 750mm. Good condition.

15.26 South Choir Aisle

The floor is of York stone flags with a large collection of ledger slabs across its full length; at the west end of the aisle there are quarry tiles against the north side. There are two steps up on the east side of bay 8.

The floor is all in good condition. The steps are worn but not currently a cause for concern. At the south end of the steps is a temporary timber ramp with a metal handrail to one side. A permanent stone solution should be developed but the timber ramp is damaged and needs urgent repair.

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Ledger Slabs from the West End:

5. F.G. 1793. York stone slab 790 x 550mm. Inscription much worn.

6. Johannis Cromer Generoli d.1717. Black marble 1990 x 990mm. Clear inscription. Part of the slab is covered by the adjacent heater.

7. Grey/green/red marble 2340 x 1180mm. Missing brass inlay; outline still bold. The slab is cracked and the surface is pitted.

8. Grey/green marble 3470 x 1380mm. Missing brass inlay; outline partly repaired

9. Elizabeth Williams d. 1736. Black marble 2010 x 990mm. Inscription clear but there is some wear at the west end.

10. Anthony Th…… d.1738. Sandstone 1620 x 750mm. Slab in very poor condition, badly worn along the central vein and part of the inscription is no longer discernible.


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11. Black marble 2250 x 1260mm. Long Latin inscription half of which is no longer discernible. This ledger is very vulnerable to foot traffic and should be protected.

12. John & Jane Mingay d.1676 & 1672. Black marble 2300 x 1150mm. North side of the slab is wearing.

13. Grey/green marble 3520 x 1270. Missing brass inlay; outline is worn and the surface pitted. The slab is cracked into four pieces.

14. Grey/green/red marble 3570 x 1300mm. Missing brass inlay; outline still bold, but the surface is pitted.

15. Grey fleck marble 3500 x 1270mm. Missing brass inlay. Most of the slab is covered by the timber ramp; there is a crack in the slab at the west end of the ramp and this should be protected if the ramp is to remain in place.

16. Black marble 2000 x 1000mm. Worn Coat of Arms only and the slab is cracked.

17. Kingsmill Lucy d.1674. Black marble 2020 x 820mm. Clear inscription and worn Coat of Arms.

18. Anne Jones d.1730. Black marble 1710 x 870mm. Clear inscription.

19. Thomas Jones d.1759. Black marble 1980 x 970mm. Clear inscription.

20. Humphrey Tyndall d.1614. Cream/light grey marble 2570 x 1000mm. Brass inlay mostly surviving. This ledger slab is roped off.

21. Blue/grey marble 3520 x 1400mm. Missing brass inlay; outline is very worn, the surface is pitted and the slab is cracked.

22. Grey/blue marble 1130 x 730mm. No inscription, surface is pitted and the slab is cracked.

23. Bishop de Luda d.1298. Grey flack marble 1920 x 870mm and raised 90mm above floor level. Missing brass inlay; outline is bold but beginning to wear, particularly to the edge inscription. The slab is located on one of the entrances into the Presbytery and the slab has been protected at its edges. A fire extinguisher sitting on the slab should be moved!

H&S

24. Thomas Goodrich d.1554. Fawn marble 3200 x 1360mm. Brass inlay mostly surviving including the figure. This ledger slab is roped off.

25. Off yellow marble 1560 x 1050mm. No inscription.

26. Grey fleck marble 1440 x 680mm. Missing brass inlay plaque; surface of slab is pitted.

27. Grey/green/red marble 4100 x 1180mm. Missing brass inlay; outline very worn and the slab is seriously cracked.

28. Black fleck marble 1000 x 680mm. No inscription.

29. Grey/green marble 2290 x 980mm. Missing brass inlay; outline still bold.

30. Black fleck marble 1780 x 780mm. Missing brass inlay; outline still bold.

31. Grey/green marble 2500 x 1230mm. Missing brass inlay; outline still bold.

32. Course green marble 2150 x 940mm. Missing brass inlay; outline is extremely worn and the surface of the slab is pitted.

33. Blue/red/grey marble 2350 x 1020mm. Missing brass inlay with the exception of three fragments of the border brass. The slab is cracked and the surface is pitted.

34. Bishop Petrus. Black marble 2520 x 1250mm. Inscription and Coat of Arms in good condition; the slab is cracked into three pieces but repaired in the last year.

35. Grey fleck marble 3080 x 1200mm. Missing brass inlay; outline very worn and the surface is pitted.


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36. Elizabeth Allix d.1750. Black marble 2300 x 1150mm. Inscription is in good condition, but the slab has cracked into nine pieces; some of these cracks have been filled with mortar.

37. Canon Johannes Nelson d.1685/6. Black marble 1970 x 990mm. The long Latin inscription and the Coat of Arms are in good condition.

38. Black fleck marble 1720 x 850mm. Coat of Arms in good condition, but the slab has cracked into eight pieces.

39. Anne Fleetwood d.1725. Black marble 2010 x 1000mm. Inscription in good condition.

40. Mary Keene d.1776. Black marble 2020 x 1020mm. The inscription is clear but is beginning to wear.

41. Catherine Green d.1770. Black marble 1970 x 1000mm. The inscription is clear but is beginning to wear.

42. Hester Sparke d.1829. Black marble 1700 x 850mm. Brass inlay in reasonable condition; engraving is clear but beginning to wear in places.

15.27 Lady Chapel

Modern floor of Purbeck marble incorporating some older material. Cleaning regime to be revisited as this floor is often dirty.

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15.28 Processional Way

York stone slab floor with ledger slabs at the north end.

There are a lot of open mortar joints between the slabs which will need re-pointing. M

Ledger Slabs:

Johannis Dowsing d.1686. Black marble 1300 x 1010mm. Clear Latin inscription. Slab broken into six pieces, the north east corner is missing and has been replaced with York stone. (This is possibly no. 108 in the Schedule of ledger slabs).

109. Green fleck marble 1800 x 820mm. Missing brass inlay, outline worn.

110. Edward Marsh d.1703. Black marble 1690 x 840mm. Inscription clear but scratched and crest very worn.

111. Nathan Broune d.1706. Black marble 2000 x 980mm. Clear inscription.

There are a further two ledger slabs with missing brass inlays.

15.29 Lady Chapel Lobby

York stone slab floor with 2 no. stone inlaid access panels.

There are open mortar joints between the slabs which will need re-pointing.

15.30 Toilets and Kitchen

Modern quarry tiles in good condition.

16. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

An extensive programme of rewiring was undertaken in 2015-16 to replace the bare Mineral Insulated Copper Clad (MICC) cable installed in 1996. Where it had come into contact with damp limestone and lime mortar the bare MICC had corroded, causing short circuits and earth faults to occur.


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Rewiring included the North Nave Aisle, the North Transept, the North Choir Aisle, the Lady Chapel and North Porch, the Processional Way and South Choir Aisle. Power and lighting in those areas have been rewired using stone-coloured sheathed MICC in place of bare MICC to prevent further corrosion. Fire alarm cable in those areas was also upgraded using soft-skin sheathed cable.

As part of the works, new LED triforium edge lighting has been installed and the non-compliant under-floor plastic trunking in the North Nave triforium replaced by galvanized steel trunking with regular floor access boxes.

The Cathedral lighting has been adapted, moved and changed over the years. The downlights mounted on tubular steel posts at triforium level are frequently being dismounted when filming takes place in the Cathedral. A lighting designer should be asked to carry out a check and re-focusing and to consider any improvements which may be made/needed.

Grant funding has now been obtained to replace the bare MICC cable on the south side of the Cathedral and at the west end. Work will include the rewiring of power, lighting and fire alarm cabling in the South Nave Aisle, South Transept, South Porch, West Front and Galilee Porch (Fig.35) using stone-coloured sheathed MICC.

A full electrical test to the whole Cathedral should be undertaken when rewiring is complete in spring 2017, and then every five years.

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17. FIRE

A fire audit was carried out in 2010 and an updated version follows in Appendix 6 but has not been repeated this year. All procedures benefit from an annual review and this should be undertaken.

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Within the last 5 years an aspirating system has been added and fire panels replaced.

At high level there are hose reels on plastic boxes in various states of repair. If these are no longer needed by the Brigade they should be removed. If they are to be kept they should be checked and redecorated.

There is a loose cover plate on a box in South Transept west clerestory.

18. HEATING

The Cathedral is heated by 19th century Gurney stoves which were converted to run on gas in the 1980s. They are serviced annually and a major overhaul and repair programme was completed in 2005.

The new Processional Way, service building and Lady Chapel have gas fired underfloor heating which is serviced biannually in June and December. The boilers are due to replacement in 2011.

Servicing

The Gurney stoves are serviced annually but have a number of problems making their continued use problematic. Perhaps some early thought should be given to an alternative heating system.

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19. DRAINAGE

No work has been carried out to the surface water drainage in the last 10 years. A plan in the appendix shows all drainage works.

The gullies are regularly cleared but some were blocked at the time of inspection. M

20. HEALTH AND SAFETY

Health and safety systems in the cathedral are monitored regularly but issues which must be addressed include:

Emergency light testing


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Security of high level routes

Removal of guano and other debris in West Tower passageways

Use of harnesses in the clerestory passages

Maintenance of a clear exit from the Stained Glass Museum

Maintenance of the asbestos log

21. ORGAN

The organ has been rebuilt during the last 15 years and remains in good order. It is tuned 13 times a year.

The blower has been overhauled and re-sited in the new service building and has been further repaired within the last 5 years.

22. DISABLED ACCESS

It is now many years since Lisa Foster carried out an audit on the Cathedral and resulting guidance for staff and for disabled visitors was produced by the Chapter.

A further review, for all aspects of disability, should be undertaken.

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Chapter are committed to the principle of making permanent ramps in stone, when fund permit. If arrangements around the 19th century font in the south-west transept could change, this area might be made much safer.

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Much of the ground floor of the Cathedral is accessible to the ambulant disabled and visitors in wheelchairs but ramps are timber and in some areas, awkward.

The exceptions are the Prior’s door area and the Song School. By enlarging the well outside the Prior’s door, it would not be difficult to install a platform lift or even a ramp in the south aisle, thus giving access to both areas.

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It is likely that the audio loop for the hard of hearing should be checked and extended to other areas of the Cathedral. Provision of facilities for the blind and for those with other disabilities lie outside the remit of this report, but should be addressed as indicated above.


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23. WINDOW CONDITION SURVEY

GROUND LEVEL WINDOWS CONDITION SURVEY

South Windows

I 1855-7 William Wailes 3 lancet window Internal and external geometrical ferramenta Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass to ornamental background

Sound One crack identified in left hand light, second roundel from bottom Centre bottom wire guard fixing bar detached from mullion

Detailed inspection by glazier recommended for this very large and complex window Repair mortar fixing of wire bar to prevent movement in wire guards

2

sII 1936-45 Niniam Comper 5 light window with cinquefoil heads and tracery Internal and external round and rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to window surround Figurative stained glass to diamond quarry background

Slight buckling Number of corroded saddle bars

Treatment of saddle bars Large amount of cobwebs to be carefully removed

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sIII 4(?) light window with tracery Only top rail of external ferramenta remaining, external saddle bars Wire guards fixed to window surround Clear diamond quarries

Sound

sIV 1860 Clayton & Bell 4 light window with tracery Only top rail of external ferramenta remaining, internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to window surround Figurative stained glass

Crack in centre left light near bottom Loose mortar pointing at mullions Saddle bar corrosion causing some mortar failure

Repair of crack in glass Re-cement failed glazing edges after treatment

2

2

sV 4 light window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars only Wire guards fixed to window surround Tinted diamond quarries

Sound

sVI 1869 Clayton & Bell 4 light window with tracery Only top rail of external ferramenta remaining, internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to window surround Figurative stained glass

Some failing cement edges at far east light Dirty glass


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Re-cement failing glazing edges Cleaning recommended

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sVII 1860 Clayton & Bell 4 light window with tracery Only top rail of external ferramenta remaining, internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to window surround Lead sill cover Figurative stained glass

Sound

sIX 1930 Powell 4 light window with tracery 4 rows of horizontal iron bars, internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to window surround Clear diamond quarries (left and right lights) and figurative stained glass to tinted diamond quarry background to centre lights

Sound centre lights Heavily buckling outer quarry lights Saddle bar corrosion causing mortar failure to centre mullion Dirty glass

Inspection of buckling by glazier Re-cement failed glazing edges after treatment General cleaning recommended after repairs

2 2 2

sX 4 light window with tracery 2 rows of horizontal iron bars, internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to window surround Clear diamond quarries

Strong buckling, Dirty glass Inspection of buckling by glazier

General cleaning recommended

2 2

sXI 1893 Henry Holiday 3 light window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars only Wire guards fixed to window surround Figurative stained glass

Some buckling Dirty glass

Inspection of buckling by glazier 2

sXII 2 lancet windows with quatrefoil roundel in tracery 4 rows of horizontal iron bars No wire guards Clear diamond quarries, 1 opening casement

Generally sound 3 cracks Bars corroded Dirty glass

Glass repairs General cleaning after repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 10

sXIII 2 lancet windows with quatrefoil roundel in tracery 3 rows of horizontal iron bars No wire guards Clear diamond quarries, 1 opening casement


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A frame with figurative stained glass is fixed to the inside left hand side Generally sound

1 hole in a glass pane Bars corroded Dirty glass

Glass repairs General cleaning after repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 10

sXIV Medieval glass assembled by G. King. 2 lancet windows with quatrefoil roundel in tracery Internal saddle bars, no external ironwork Lead sill flashing Wire guards fixed to surround Clear diamond quarries, 1 opening casement Isothermal full size frame with salvaged medieval figurative stained glass

Sound

sXV Norman window 1 opening casement External saddle bars and additional bars for wire guards Wire guards fixed to bars Diamond quarries, 1 opening casements

Sound Dirty glass Wire guard lost All bars corroded

Consider replacing wire guard Replace wire guard bars Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

D 10 10

sXVI William Warrington Norman window Internal geometrical ferramenta Figurative stained glass

Condition not assessed Survey from close distance recommended 2

sXVII-sXX

sXVII 1853 Antoine Lusson sXVIII Nicolas Coffetier sIXX 1850 Revd Arthur Moore sXX 1852 Pugin & Hardman Norman window – re-leaded in 2010 Internal geometrical ferramenta Figurative stained glass

Condition not assessed External survey recommended

Survey from close distance recommended 2 2

sXXI 1881 Clayton & Bell Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Sound External survey recommended

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sXXII 1850 Alfred Gerente Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Sound External survey recommended 2

sXXIII 1850 William Wailes Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Slight buckling External survey recommended 2

sXXIV 1850 John G Howe Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Slight buckling One area where glass projects from lead in top roundel

External survey recommended 2

sXXV 1851 Isaac Alexander Gibbs Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Slight buckling External survey recommended 2

sXXVI 1850 John G Howe Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Slight buckling in centre External survey recommended 2

sXXVII 1849 William Warrington Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass


sXXVIII 1850 Alfred Gerente Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Slight buckling External survey recommended

2


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sXXIX 1849 Henri & Alfred Gerente Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Sound Plaster loss at bottom of left jamb

External survey recommended Plaster repair Cleaning recommended

2 2 D

sXXX 1938 Hugh Easton Norman window Internal rectangular saddle bars Vertical tinted quarries modern stained glass depiction of Christ on cross


sXXXI 1856 Thomas Wilmhurst Norman window Internal rectangular saddle bars Figurative stained glass

Several cracks in glass 1 provisionally closed hole Open lead joint

Glass repairs External survey recommended

2 2

Windows in South Porch, Choir Vestry and Prior’s Door, starting from East

sXXXII 5 lancet window Internal round iron saddle bars Clear diamond quarries with 1 heraldic shield

Sound 2 minor cracks in glass

External survey recommended Glass repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 10

sXXXIII 5 lancet window Internal round iron saddle bars Clear diamond quarries with a series of stained glass inserts (partly salvaged glass?)

Sound Some corrosion to saddle bars

External survey recommended Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 10

sXXXIV 5 lancet window Internal round iron saddle bars Clear diamond quarries with 2 heraldic shields

Sound 2 minor cracks in glass Corrosion to saddle bars

External survey recommended Glass repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 10


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sXXXVI 3 light window, 2 small triangular panes in tracery 2 opening sashes Internal square iron saddle bars, external ferramenta Mix of obscured and clear tinted diamond quarries

Sound 1 missing pane in tracery 2 minor cracks in glass at low level

External survey recommended Glass repairs

2 2

sXXXVII 5 lancet windows (tops only), 5 small triangular panes in tracery No internal ironwork Mix of obscured and clear tinted diamond quarries


sXXXVIII 3 lancet windows, 4 small triangular panes in tracery 2 opening sashes Internal square iron saddle bars, external ferramenta Mix of obscured and clear tinted diamond quarries

Sound Part of mullion broken where centre casement is fixed

External survey recommended Stone repair mullion

2 2

sXXXIX 5 lancet windows, 4 small triangular panes in tracery 2 opening sashes Internal square iron saddle bars, external ferramenta Condensate tray Mix of obscured and clear tinted diamond quarries

Sound 1 damaged pane in tracery 1 minor crack in glass left hand bottom corner 1 loose saddle bar Open joint right hand side bottom corner

External survey recommended Glass repairs Condensate tray to be cleaned Saddle bar to be re-fixed and re-pointed Re-cement failed glazing edge

2 2 2 2 2

sXL 6 light internal rectangular window, 2 opening casements Lead sill flashing, No ironwork Portrait format quarries

Sound 1 cracked pane, Dirty

Glass repair Cleaning

2 2

sXIL 10 light rectangular window, 5 opening casements Clear quarries Internal round saddle bars

Sound

sXIIL 10 light rectangular window, 5 opening casements Clear quarries Internal round saddle bars

Sound


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North Windows

nII 1900 Clayton & Bell 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars Only top rail of external ferramenta remaining Wire guards fixed to surround Figurative stained glass

Sound

nIII 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery No saddle bars External ferramenta Sill flashing Wire guards fixed to surround Clear diamond quarries

Sound Dirty

Clean D

nIV 1863 Ward & Hughes 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars Only top rail of external ferramenta remaining Wire guards Figurative stained glass

Sound

nV 1863 Ward & Hughes 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars Only top rail of external ferramenta remaining Wire guards Figurative stained glass

Sound

nVI 1871 Clayton & Bell 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards Figurative stained glass


nVII 1870 Clayton & Bell 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards Figurative stained glass

Sound Dirty

Cob webs to be removed Internal and external survey recommended

2 2

nVIII RAF Bomber Command 1954 E Liddall Armitage/Powells 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery Internal rectangular saddle bars Wire guards


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Modern figurative stained glass to tinted diamond quarry background Sound

1 punctured and cracked pane at bottom of 2nd right hand side light

Glass repair External survey recommended

2 2

niX 1993 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery above doorway Internal rectangular saddle bars 1 line of horizontal bars of internal ferramenta (vertical elements missing) Wire guards (?) Tinted diamond quarries


nX 4 light cinquefoil window with tracery External saddle bars Wire guards (?) Modern figurative stained glass inset panels within tinted diamond quarries

Sound Dirty

Cleaning recommended and afterwards Internal and external survey recommended

D 2

nXI 1.5 light cinquefoil window with tracery 1 line of horizontal bars of internal ferramenta (vertical elements missing) External saddle bars Wire guards (?) Diamond quarries

Sound, Dirty

Cleaning recommended and afterwards Internal and external survey recommended

D 2

oI 2 lancet window framing timber door 2 four sided and 2 small triangular panes in tracery External saddle bars only Modern ornamental stained glass

Sound 3 cracks in clear glass in left hand side light

Glass repairs 2

oII 4 lancet window 2 four sided and 6 small triangular panes in tracery External saddle bars only Modern ornamental stained glass

Sound, 7 cracks in clear glass and 2 cracks in green glass Glass repairs 2

oIII 4 lancet window 2 four sided and 6 small triangular panes in tracery External saddle bars only Modern ornamental stained glass

Sound 4 cracks in clear glass

Glass repairs 2

oIV 4 lancet window 2 four sided and 6 small triangular panes in tracery


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External saddle bars only Modern ornamental stained glass

Sound 1 crack in clear glass

Glass repairs 2

nXII 1880 Clayton & Bell Window inaccessible.

nXIII 1926 Powell & Sons Window inaccessible.

lcIV 2 light window Clear full size external window with condensate Isothermal diamond quarries in brass frame with 4 roundels, at least 3 of which fitted with medieval glass

Sound Cracks in roundels

Glazier to investigate cracks Clean window

2 D

nXIV Norman window divided by central stone mullion Internal rectangular saddle bars Clear diamond quarries with 4 isothermal roundels of medieval stained glass in brass ring

Sound Dirty glass

Clean glass D

nXV Norman window Internal rectangular saddle bars Geometrical ferramenta Wire guards fixed to bars Clear diamond quarries

Sound Dirty glass

Clean glass and survey afterwards 2

nXVI 1849 William Wailes Norman window – moderate condition but endangered by loss of external support bars. Geometrical ferramenta Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

5

Sound Possible cracks in glass in right hand side Ferramenta corroded Wire guards and fixing bars corroded

Glazier to investigate cracks New wire guards with new fixing bars Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 2

nXVII 1849 William Wailes Norman window – moderate condition- Geometrical ferramenta Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Sound Damage and glass loss in bottom panel Ferramenta corroded


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Wire guard missing Wire guards and fixing bars corroded

Glass repairs New wire guards with new fixing bars Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 2

nXVIII 1852 Revd Arthur Moore Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Sound Glass crack in bottom roundel Ferramenta corroded

Glazier to investigate cracks Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 10

nXIX 1852 Antoine Lusson Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Sound A number of glass cracks in the bottom half Ferramenta corroded

Check records of previous repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 10

nXX Antoine Lusson & Bourdant Norman window Geometrical ferramenta Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Sound Ferramenta corroded

Rust removal and re-decoration of bars 10

nXXI 1860 Antoine Lusson 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, 3 horizontal iron bars Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Small broken of lost glass in left hand side tracery Glass repairs 2

nXXII 1857 Hedgeland 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Cracks in left hand side bottom panel Glass repairs 2

nXXIII 1865 William Wailes 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass


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Cracks in middle and bottom of centre light Glass repairs 2

nXXIV 1865 William Wailes 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, 3 external horizontal bars at different levels Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Broken and lost areas in centre bottom panel Cracks in left hand side bottom panels (possibly old repairs) Corrosion to horizontal bars and wire guard fixing bars Stone break out and spalling from corroded metalwork

Check cracks Glass repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars Stone repairs

2 2 2 2

nXXV William Wailes 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, 3 external horizontal bars at different levels Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Broken and lost areas in centre bottom panel Cracks in outer bottom panels (possibly old repairs) Corrosion to external ironwork

Check cracks Glass repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 10

nXXVI William Wailes 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, 6 external horizontal bars Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Several cracks in lower panels of right hand side lights Corrosion to external ironwork

Glass repairs Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 10

nXXVII Choristers’ Window 1857 Francis W Oliphant & William Wailes 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, external horizontal bars below tracery Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

2 areas of broken and lost glass in right hand side light 2 small holes in r.h.s. light Sill behind effigy very dirty Corrosion to external ironwork

Glass repairs Cleaning of sill Rust removal and re-decoration of bars

2 2 10


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nXXVIII 1855 Ward & Nixon 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, external horizontal bars below tracery Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Sound

nXXIX 1856 Ward & Nixon 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, external horizontal bars below tracery Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Large amount of cracks that appear to previous repairs Check records of previous repairs 2

nXXX 1867 Frederick Preedy 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, external horizontal steel bars below tracery Wire guards fixed to bars, Figurative stained glass

Sound

nXXXI 1856 Frederick Preedy 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, external horizontal bars below tracery Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Sound

nXXXII 1852 Nathaniel S. Cottingham 3 light window with tracery Internal round and rectangular saddle bars, external modern horizontal steel bars below tracery Wire guards fixed to bars Figurative stained glass

Sound 1 loose and 1 missing wire guard fixing bar

Repair and replace wire guard fixing bars 2

Clerestory Level

C1 Years of life. 70+. Now fragile with some holes and much bowing 5

NCXV Years of life: 5-10. Moderate condition 5

NCXVI Years of life: 5-10. Moderate condition 5

All other clerestory windows have been re-leaded. 100+

Jane Kennedy Dip Arch RIBA ARIAS AABC IHBC FRSA Surveyor to the Fabric of Ely Cathedral


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C. APPENDICES

1. PHOTOGRAPHS


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Figure 1 – Hole in window between the Prior’s room and the Song School (7.4.3)

Figure 2 – South Porch paving (7.5.1)

Figure 3 – South Porch – Staining on timber boards (7.5.2)

Figure 4 – Choir roof north side –lead ridge lifting (11.1.1)

Figure 5 – Choir roof – blocked outlet (11.1.1) Figure 6 – Choir roof internal vault (11.1.3)


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Figure 7 –Triforium roof (11.1.4)

Figure 8 – North masonry and parapet at Triforium level (11.2.1)

Figure 9 – North Choir window NIII – (11.2.1)

Figure 10 – Missing discharge to RWP in Bay no.1 at ground level (11.2.3)

Figure 11 – Blocked chute between South Transept and South Choir (11.3.1) Figure 12 – Choir – decayed ground floor columns (11.3.2)


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Figure 13 – Choir – cracked arch stones (11.3.4)

Figure 14 – Choir – crack to entrance of East-South Chapel (11.3.6)

Figure 15 – Choir – Damp at low level on wall behind altar (11.3.7)

Figure 16 – Nave and aisle roofs viewed from West tower (7.1.1)

Figure 17 – Dent in lead to South aisle roof (7.1.2) Figure 18 – Cracking of pointing at abutment of South aisle roof (7.1.2)


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Figure 19 – Nave south aisle gutter (7.1.2) Figure 20 – Missing section of downpipe North Nave (7.2.1)

Figure 21 – Stonework to Galilee Porch west window requiring minor repointing (5.2.1)

Figure 22 – Scaling to stone shafts at northwest corner of Galilee Porch (5.2.1)

Figure 23 – Plants growing out of south parapet wall to Galilee Porch (5.2.3) Figure 24 – Damage of lead sheet to North Transept high roof due to clip preventing expansion (8.1.1)


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Figure 25 – White staining on west clerestory wall of North Transept (8.1.3) Figure 26 – Rotten timber bearer to North Transept roof hatch (8.1.8)

Figure 27 – Chute to North Transept east aisle blocked by plants and pigeon debris

(8.1.9)

Figure 28 – North Transept west triforium used as storage area (8.3.2)

Figure 29 – Salt staining at ground level to the North Transept north wall (8.3.7) Figure 30 – Failed flashing pointing to South Transept west aisle roof (9.1.4)


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Figure 31 – Pigeon debris and trap in gutter in front of South Transept south

clerestory window (9.2.2)

Figure 32 – Back of South Transept high gable showing water staining to rendered

surface and sulphation to western turret (9.2.4)

Figure 33 – Broken tell tales to South Transept east triforium arcade (9.3.1) Figure 34 – Plaster cracks to vaulted ceiling over Vestry (9.3.11)

Figure 35 – Bare MICC cable in the Galilee Porch due to be replaced (16) Figure 36 – Loose bit of stone to sIII window tracery


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Figure 37 – Corroded saddle bars and dirty stonework to ground-level window sXX Figure 38 – Cracked enamelled glass panel to window sXXXI

Figure 39 – Pitted and cracked glass to window nXXIII Figure 40 – Damage to mullion to window nXXIV due to corroded metalwork

Figure 41 – Damage to stained glass window nXXV Figure 42 – Galilee roof and west window abutment pigeon debris


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Figure 43 – Internal gutter in Galilee Porch roofspace Figure 44 – Lantern Belfry debris on floor

Figure 45 – N Choir Aisle pigeon debris after 2 weeks Figure 43 – N Choir Aisle Blue Clipsham used as contrast to replace Purbeck Marble

Figure 44 – N Choir Triforium pigeon mess on tracery Figure 45 – N Nave walls access problems because of compost heaps


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Figure 49 – Pigeons in Galilee Porch roofspace Figure 50 – Replacement slates slipping on Galille Porch roof

Figure 51 – S Nave Aisle roof, repair below downspout Figure 52 – St Catheraine's Chapel roof repair

Figure 53 – SW Transept Roof, unattended pigeon trap Figure 54 – W Tower cabinets still in Belfry


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Figure 55 – W Tower passageway, pigeon, debris and aerial installer's debris Figure 56 – W Tower, NE turret stair


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C. APPENDICES

2. DRAWINGS

nVI

sVI

sXXVI

nXXVIII

GALILEE

PORCH

c

nXXXII

SOUTH

WEST

TRANSEPT

WEST

TOWER

a

sXXX

sXXXI

sXXVIII

nXXX

sXXIX

b

nXXXI

sXXVII

nXXIX

nXVII

nXXIII

South Nave Aisle

sXXV sXXIV

nXXVII nXXVI

sXXIII sXXII

nXXV nXXIV

sXVI

sXVII

f

d

sXIX

nXXI

nXX

nXIX

nXVIII

sXVIII

sXXsXXI

nXXII

e

i

n

sXV

g

sXIII

sXIV

h

sXI

sXII

nXII

nXIII

k

j

nXI

l

nXIVlcIV

p

r

South Choir Aisle

North Choir Aisle

nVIII

sX sIX

nX

m

q

nIX

o

CHOIR

sVIII sVII

nVII

nXVnXVI

a - Refectoryb - Cathederal Shopc - St Catherine's Chapeld - South Porche - Verger's Vestryf - Clergy Vestryg - St Dunstan's Chapel

h - Education Room / Old Libraryi - Cathederal Shop Storej - St Edmund's Chapel

sV sIV

nV nIV

sIII

u

t

sII

I

nIII

s

nII

k - North Door Entrance

l - Lady Chapel Ante Roomm - Staff Roomn - Flower Storeo - Lady Chapel Passagep - Female W.C.q - Disabled W.C.

r - Male W.C.s - Bishop Alcock's Chapelt - St Etheldreda's Chapelu - Bishop West's Chapel

sXXXII

sXXXIII

sXXXIVsXXXV

sXX

XV

I

sXX

XV

II

sXX

XV

III

sXX

XIX

sXL

sXLI

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North Choir Gallery

South Choir Gallery

NVI

NXXXIII

S.W.

Transept

SXXX SXXIX

NXXXII NXXXI

SXXVIII SXXVII

NXXX NXXIX

SOUTH

TRANSEPT

NXVII

SXVI

NXXIV

SXXIISouth Nave Gallery

North Nave Gallery

NXXVI

SXXVI SXXV

NXXVIII NXXVII

SXXIIISXXIV

NXXV NXXII

SXVIII

SXX

SXIX

SXXI

NXXIII

W

SXVII

NXIX

NXXI

NXXW

NXVIII

SIX

E

SXIVSXV

SXI

SXIII

SXII

SX

E

NXV

NXIV

NXII

NXIII

NXVI

lcw

NXI

lcsVI

lcnVI

SVII

SVIII

NIX

Roof

SV

SVI

Roof

NX

lcsV lcsIV

lcnV lcnIV

lcsIII lcsII

lcnIII lcnII

SIV SIII SII

NII

lcI

NV NIV NIII

NVII NVI

ELY CATHEDRAL TRIFORIUM LEVEL

North Choir Clerestory

South Choir Clerestory

scV

ncV

scXXXIVS.W.

Transept

scXXXVI

scXXXVII

scXXXV

SOUTH

TRANSEPT

scXVI

scXVII

scXVIII

scXIX scXII

scXIII

scXIV

scXV

scXXVIII

ncXXVIII

wI

ncXXXII

scXXXII

scXXXIIIscXXXVIII

cwI

ncXXX

scXXX

ncXXXI

scXXXI scXXIX

ncXXIX

ncXVI

ncXXIII

scXXIII

South Nave Clerestory

North Nave Clerestory

ncXXVII

scXXVII scXXVI

ncXXVI

scXXIVscXXV

ncXXV ncXXIV

scXXI

ncXXIncXXII

scXXIIscXX

ncXVII

ncXVIII

ncXIX

ncXXncIX

scIX

ncXIV

ncXII

ncXIII

ncXV

ncX

scXscXI

ncXIncVII

scVII

ncVIII

scVIII

ncVI

scVI

ncIIIncIV

scIV scIII

ncII

scII

I

cI

ELY CATHEDRAL CLERESTORY LEVEL


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C. APPENDICES

3. SURVEY OF FLOOR LEVELS

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Miss Jane Kennedy Purcell Miller Tritton LLP 15 Bermondsey Square, London, SE1 3UN United Kingdom [email protected] 22 August, 2012 Re: Ely Cathedral, Survey of levels Dear Jane, A survey of the levels of the floor of the cathedral was conducted by Mr James McInerney and me on 30 July, 2012. Attached is a copy of the traverse used in previous surveys. A similar traverse was employed in this survey. Also attached is a copy of all leveling data since 1969, including the data from our recent survey. A similar instrument to that used in 2001 was again used for the recent survey, so a similar level of accuracy is expected. Thus, measurements are again reported to the tenth of a millimeter. The survey loops closed on their starting points to within 0.7 mm, so I am confident that the level data resulting from this survey is also accurate to within 1 mm. Similar to previous surveys, the absolute datum is still inaccessible beneath the Cathedral shop, so we again used leveling stud 19 as a temporary benchmark to which all other data is relative. In general, the readings are very similar to the previous survey in 2001, and cause no concern. The vast majority of the 60 levels taken varied by well less than a millimeter from previous data set; only four points varied by more than 1 mm and only two points varied by more than 2 mm. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. Yours sincerely,

Matthew DeJong, PhD Partner | Structural Engineer mjd@odb‐engineering.com


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C. APPENDICES

4. REPORT ON TIE BARS IN WEST TOWER

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Miss Jane Kennedy Purcell Miller Tritton LLP 15 Bermondsey Square, London, SE1 3UN United Kingdom [email protected] 22 August, 2012 Re: Ely Cathedral, Tie bars in West Tower Dear Jane, I measured the strains in the tie‐bars with Mr James McInerney on 7 August, 2012. I have attached the tie‐bar data which has been taken since the bars were installed in 1973, and have included the latest measurements in these tables. The data presented in previous reports was in gauge units, but these units are specific to a certain gauge which has since been modified. Thus, I have translated all previous readings to units of strain. Note that the use of a modified gauge (and the associated invar bar) could introduce systematic shifts in the data, so uniform reduction or increase in stress of all bars may not reflect reality. However, relative increase or decrease in stresses of individual bars, when compared to other new measurements, can be considered reliable. In general, the attached data indicates relatively small changes in the tie‐bar strains since the measurements were last taken in 2001. The notable exception to this is the large decrease in strain in the tie‐bar on the west side of the Top Gallery (boxed in the attached table). The reason for this large decrease in strain is not known. It is not believed to be an anomalous reading, as three consecutive readings were taken which differed very little. While I do not believe this is of major concern, I do believe it is worth taking another reading at this location within the next year. I would be happy to do this when I am in Ely again at some point. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. Yours sincerely,

Matthew DeJong, PhD Partner | Structural Engineer mjd@odb‐engineering.com

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Strain Data for Tie‐bars (data is in units of strain x 10‐5)

Level B

Date North East South West

26/03/1974 61 59 62 58

12/08/1974 62 61 69 59

05/12/1974 59 59 63 57

03/02/1976 56 58 51

28/06/1976 66 70 59

01/07/1991 64 62 67

21/05/1996 63 62 61

15/08/2001 71 63 58

07/08/2012 60 58 59

Level D


26/03/1974 60 59 61 56

12/08/1974 66 57 65 55

05/12/1974 62 55 59 56

03/02/1976 58 57 58

28/06/1976 75 78 76

01/07/1991 83 78 80

21/05/1996 80 79 83

15/08/2001 81 87 80

07/08/2012 72 75 70

Top Gallery


26/03/1974 66 62 62 60

12/08/1974 67 66 67 68

05/12/1974 65 60 66 58

03/02/1976 61 58 60 59

28/06/1976 79 75 82 79

01/07/1991 75 62 75 79

21/05/1996 73 52 72

15/08/2001 78 71 75 87

07/08/2012 70 83 77 43


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C. APPENDICES

5. MONUMENTS, PROGRAMME OF REPAIRS AND CONSERVATION

Ely Cathedral – Monuments in urgent need of repair and conservation

Draft outline summary of revised conservation treatment proposals Please also refer to the previously distributed excerpts from the 1995 Condition Report by Cliveden Conservation. On recent closer examination of those monuments selected by Cliveden Conservation as requiring ‘Urgent’ attention, the following revised list has been compiled, and is presented in the currently proposed order of treatment. The remaining monuments within the Cathedral also require similar reassessment, and will be addressed in a further report. This is a brief summary of proposals only, and precedes an individual report for each monument detailing condition and proposed treatments. In each case, full recording, and analysis of materials (as necessary) will be undertaken before, during and after treatments. All monuments will continue to be monitored and condition reassessed on a regular basis, with a view to reviewing conservation treatment requirements periodically.

1. Inventory No: LCA 10, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Urgent Monument to William Marsh 1708 Location: Beside Lady Chapel Entrance, East Wall. Finely carved marble plaque. Damp ingress and iron staining/rusting fixings. Treatment Due to the inherent dampness of the wall on which this is mounted, consideration must be given to the relocation of this monument. At the very least, it should be remounted on a vertical damp-proof course. On removal, corroded ferrous cramps are to be removed and replaced with stainless steel fixings. Staining caused by original fixings are to be reduced, and the whole cleaned using V&A solution, non-etching poultice media as appropriate (following trials), and applied with micro-crystalline wax.

2. Inventory No: SCA 12, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within 5 years Tomb to John Barnet 1373 Location: Inner bay of South Choir Aisle. Purbeck Marble box tomb with quatrefoil panels. The surface of the stone is in an advanced state of deterioration, with loss of material visible in many areas. Ferrous cramps are also exposed posing safety hazard and further indicating decay through damp ingress. Treatment Ideally this would be dismantled and reconstructed, replacing oxidised ferrous fixings with stainless steel and incorporating a damp-proof course,

but on initial inspection this would appear problematic without causing further damage to the stonework. A thorough feasibility study, therefore, must be carried out in advance of any such intervention. Once isolated from damp, and on sufficient drying of surfaces, salt reduction should be considered, using Arbocel through an intermediate layer of Japanese tissue in order to reduce surface levels and improve appearance. Surface consolidation with Paraloid B72, 5-10% in acetone:IMS, is recommended, feeding into fissures with syringes/hyperdermic needles. Lime consolidation techniques will also be necessary in some areas of damage or loss, using a lime mortar designed to match the substrate as closely as possible in nature and appearance. It is vital that any consolidation measures remain sacrificial and reversible

3. Inventory No: SCA 8, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Urgent Effigy tomb to Peter Gunning 1684 Location: South Choir Aisle, Bay 8. Effigy tomb in Carrara, grey and white marble. Expansion of ferrous cramps, opening of joints and discolouration through iron staining. Treatment Damp ingress and resultant expansion (and staining from) ferrous fixings is such that dismantling is now necessary, incorporating a damp-proof course on reassembly. All ferrous fixings are to be replaced with stainless steel, and iron stains reduced and masked as appropriate. All surfaces are to be cleaned following trial use of established materials and techniques, combining these as necessary (as above). Where marble elements require replacement, this is to be undertaken using matching marble. Particular attention is to be paid to the ledger stone, replacing previous/failed fills as necessary. Micro-crystalline wax is to be applied on completion.

4. Inventory No: SCA 3, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Urgent Canopy tomb for Mark Steward 1603 Location: South Choir Aisle, Bay 2. Canopy tomb in clunch. Salt decay, heavy spalling, surface deterioration. Treatment Ideally, introduction of a damp-proof course would be undertaken, but this is not a straightforward task. Therefore, as suggested, a thorough examination of the external wall face behind is to be undertaken, with a view to reducing damp ingress where possible and increasing escape of absorbed moisture where practical. Membranes might also be considered in the worst-affected areas. Gentle surface cleaning is to be followed by consolidation using lime techniques – i.e. fine lime fills and grouting where appropriate and thin coats of tinted limewash (to match). All fillings and coatings are to be

fully permeable and sacrificial to allow movement of inherent moisture and inevitable surface crystallisation of salts.

5. Inventory No: NTW 3, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Urgent Plaque to Sarah Moore 1785 Location: North Transept Bay 2. Oval shaped white marble panel upon brown marble backing. Upper area is bowing through presumed oxidation and expansion of ferrous cramps. Treatment Expanded ferrous cramps are to be replaced with stainless steel fixings. Relocation might be considered, or re-mounting on vertical damp-proof course. Grouting of panels is also to be considered. Surfaces to be cleaned and applied with micro-crystalline wax (as above). Reinstatement of painted borders might also be undertaken to restore the original scheme.

6. Inventory No: LCA 1, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Urgent

Small font or piscina Location: NW corner of SE lobby and Lady Chapel. Small font/piscine in Barnack stone. Very friable stonework at base. This has since been identified as a flower stand, and is one of a pair. The base is slightly friable, the bowl and column are loose and the whole is lightly soiled. Treatment The continuing function of this as a flower stand should be determined following an assessment of the origin and inherent value of the bases in particular, which may be of archaeological interest. If current use is to continue The bowl is to be pinned to the column, and the column to the base, using stainless steel threaded dowel, and this work is a priority. All surfaces are to be lightly cleaned using dry methods where possible, and friable areas consolidated using lime techniques.

7. Inventory No: NTN 9, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Investigation urgent Plaque to Robert Muriel, Junior Location : North Transept, North wall (internal). Wall mounted slate and marble monument, fixed with ferrous cramps which are now severely corroded, with cracking to stone surface. This monument may be unstable pose a danger to passers-by. Damp ingress from external wall is in evidence, also causing some surface deterioration.

Treatment The oxidised ferrous cramps holding the monument in position are to be fully investigated with a view to removal and replacement with stainless steel. Where cramps are embedded, dismantling may be necessary in order to fully remove corroded material. Excess cementitious material from previous interventions is to be carefully removed, and replaced with lime mortar, or appropriate filling medium, as necessary. Surface cleaning will be undertaken with V&A solution, and where possible salt efflorescence removed using non-abrasive means. Where legibility is affected, lettering is to be repainted using black acrylic paint to match. Surfaces are to be applied with micro-crystalline wax on completion, and buffed to a polished finish.

8. Inventory No: NTN 8, repair status A (urgent) - Revised status:

Investigation urgent Plaque to Lieutenant Colonel Muriel, 1836 Location: As above. Wall mounted slate and marble monument, fixed with ferrous cramps which are now severely corroded, with cracking to stone surface. This monument may be unstable pose a danger to passers-by. Damp ingress from external wall is in evidence, also causing some surface deterioration. Treatment The oxidised ferrous cramps holding the monument in position are to be fully investigated with a view to removal and replacement with stainless steel. Where cramps are embedded, dismantling may be necessary in order to fully remove corroded material. Excess cementitious material from previous interventions is to be carefully removed, and replaced with lime mortar, or appropriate filling medium, as necessary. Surface cleaning will be undertaken with V&A solution, and where possible salt efflorescence removed using non-abrasive means. Where legibility is affected, lettering is to be repainted using black acrylic paint to match. Surfaces are to be applied with micro-crystalline wax on completion, and buffed to a polished finish.

9. Inventory No: LCA 5, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within 5

years Plaque to John Jeffreys, 1763 Location: South entrance, near Lady Chapel. Marble plaque with clunch frame. Clunch has deteriorated through addition of impermeable brown paint. Oxidised/discoloured coatings to marble inscription.

Treatment The whole is to be removed and remounted on a vertical damp-proof course, which will also allow the following work to be undertaken in a workshop location. Removal of paint from the surround is recommended, and the method to be informed by trial use of non-caustic poultice media and steam. The surround is to be repainted with limewash or permeable paint medium to match the original colour/effect. Cleaning trials to the marble inscription panel are to include swabbing with V&A solution and steam cleaning. Repainting of lettering to be carried out as necessary, on completion, using acrylic paint or similar, to match original tones.

10. Inventory No: NCA 17, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within

5 years Plaque to Horace M.E. Price 1941 Location: North Choir Aisle, Bay 5. Polished limestone inscribed plaque. Damp ingress leading to salt efflorescence, spalling/loss of surface and discolouration. Treatment Isolation from the wall behind is an essential measure, which could be achieved by remounting (using stainless steel dowels) perhaps with spacers, leaving a gap between the wall and the plaque. This would also allow the stone to dry through air circulation following localised poulticing to reduce surface salt levels. On completion, lettering is to be repainted as necessary to the original scheme.

11. Inventory No: E3, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within 5

years Plaque to Johnson 1694 Location: External west wall of Lady Chapel. Presumed Portland stone inscription panel in cartouche form. Heavy sulphation and algae growth rendering inscription almost illegible. Treatment Reduction of the heavier sulphation deposits is recommended, following trials with complexion paste and similar poultice-bound media. Areas of damage and decay are to be consolidated as appropriate and failed pointing replaced with lime mortar to match the original. The remains of the deteriorating render surround are to be consolidated by grouting, filling and filleting using lime grouts and mortars. Application of a tinted limewash is then also to be considered, following trials.

12. Inventory No: SNA 17, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within

5 years Monument to choristers who fell in the war of 1939-45 Location: South Nave Aisle, Bay 9. Cement fondue memorial in Art Nouveau style. Surface crazing and loss of material.

Treatment The loose cross is in need of consolidation, and grouting with embedding resin is recommended for this. Further visible cracks may also require future treatment of a similar nature, and these will be monitored.

13. Inventory No: NCA 13, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within 5 - 10 years Monument to Matthias Mawson Location: North Choir Aisle, Bay 7. Large wall monument in Carrara, red and white marble. Significant decay of fixings suspected, evidenced by opening of joints at base and discoloration of marble from the oxidation of embedded ferrous material. Treatment This monument is to be closely monitored, with a view to eventual dismantling, replacement of ferrous with stainless steel fixings and incorporation of damp-proof course. Areas of damaged and missing marble might also be considered for replacement or repair. More immediate treatment proposals are to reduce iron staining through poulticing where practical, and/or applying a white microcrystalline wax to mask stains. Particularly vulnerable areas of marble are to be consolidated using Paraloid B72/acrylic resin. Failed pointing is to be replaced. A surface clean using V&A solution should be followed by application of microcrystalline wax.

14. Inventory No: NCA 16, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within 5 - 10 years Monument to Bishop S. Patrick 1701 Location: North Choir Aisle, Bay 6. Wall monument in various marbles. Subsidence and decay of fixings has caused fractures to stonework and loss of pointing. Treatment The damage evident from expanded ferrous fixings is to be closely monitored. Whilst dismantling of one side section would be useful to assess the condition of the embedded cramps, this should be approached with great caution, and perhaps only be attempted should ongoing deterioration become evident. Cleaning with V&A solution and application of micro-crystalline wax is recommended for surface maintenance.

15. Inventory No: NCA 18, repair status A (urgent) – Revised status: Within 5 years Large wall plaque to Frederic Henry Chase 1925 Location: North Choir Aisle, Bay 5. Portland stone plaque upon black marble backing.

Salt efflorescences to surface, damp ingress. Treatment Isolation from the wall behind is recommended, which could be achieved by remounting (using stainless steel dowels) perhaps with spacers, leaving a gap between the wall and the plaque. This would also allow the stone to dry through air circulation following localised poulticing to reduce surface salt levels. A gentle clean is also recommended. On completion, lettering is to be repainted as necessary to the original scheme.

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