Groups will visit local archives, museums and historical buildings relevant to the research project, for new experiences and context to our discoveries. The first trip will be in August 2019. ‘Going to See Culture Together is a relaxed monthly outing to a cultural venue, led by Jonathan Quarterman. In August the group will visit… Read More Heritage Outings

Holy Trinity heritage tours Led by trained Fabrica volunteers, these tours are free and open to all ages, starting in September 2019. To see info on our new gallery information handout, click here.  

Production of a Resource for the Gallery By Sally – Research Coordinator Our first task as a group was to produce a laminated resource for visitors to the gallery. When Fabrica is open to the public people are curious about the building and wish to know more. The resource will be colourfully produced with images.… Read More Production of a Resource for the Gallery

Written by John – PPF Research Volunteer Part two of our ongoing training at Jubilee Library took place on Monday 10th June. We gathered at the library in the Community Centre and were surrounded by Students of various ages who were working on Exam revision and Dissertations with papers strewn over every flat space that… Read More Training with Jubilee Library: Part Two

We recently had some fantastic training with the Library as part of the research project – If These Walls Could Talk. We had a tour of the Jubilee Library. Built in 2005, it won awards for the use of materials and sustainability, known as one of the most sustainable buildings in the UK. Using the… Read More Training with the Jubilee Library: Part One

The third aspect of our restoration project is the beautiful wood paneling which is hidden away in our Artist Resource space, situated next to the chancel. Sadly, the wall which the paneling is on had suffered from water damage, so the damaged panels needed to be removed and restored.   The gold lettering which commemorates what… Read More Phase Three

We are well underway with the second aspect of the restoration, resorting the floor. There are two types of flooring within the church space; parquet which is flooring composed of wooden blocks arranged in a geometric pattern and stone flooring consisting of Portland stone. Both of these flooring types need some TLC to restore them… Read More Phase Two

We’re thrilled that the planned restoration on key areas of our 200 year old church space is underway! Here is a spotlight on the first bit of stained glass repair, carried out by specialist Paul Yarde, who has kindly explained his process: “First thing with any restoration is to record with photos and a “brass… Read More Restoration in motion!