Conservation expert Woodhead Group is progressing work to restore the historic Wentworth Woodhouse in South Yorkshire.
The Grade I listed building is undergoing a major roof repair as part of its 25-year masterplan.
Subcontractor Lyndon SGB is providing a bespoke scaffolding solution to provide a temporary roof to protect the building during the conservation works.
The majority of the building's East Front is now covered in 10,000 square metres of steel scaffolding. It will take up to three months to fully install the scaffolding which will reach 30 metres in height and incorporate almost 300 stairs and two specialist accessible lifts for use by the public when installation is completed.
Sarah McLeod, CEO at Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust commented: "This much-loved property is one of the largest historic countryhouses in Europe with some 365 rooms. We needed a contractor who understood the complexities of working on a live site and had a strong track record of successfully restoring buildings from a similar era. Thanks to their approach, the mansion can remain open to the public and in addition we will soon be able to provide a rare opportunity of roof-top access for visitors while work is taking place."
Woodhead Group's work will also include some remedial repairs and conservation to the interiors, including the oak staircase and the eastern section of the Long Gallery.
The repairs are being supported with over £7 million of Government funding through Historic England.
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20/05/2019
Restoration Scheme Takes Shape At Historic Wentworth Woodhouse


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