At the LCA we never cease to be amazed at the skills and creative ingenuity of our members. Those that consider leadworkers as “just another roofing trade” should look closely at the photographs on these pages and perhaps think again.



Water features in lead are not that unusual with various styles of fountain head decorated by cast cherubs, birds, fish, etc often featuring in the bespoke catalogues of those that focus on the more decorative side of the craft.

However the sheer scale of the chalices tackled by Brian Turner of Turner’s Ornamental Leadwork was in itself hugely impressive and when considering the finished item in the final photographs shown here, one can only wonder “how on Earth did he do that?”

DATE FOR THE DIARY – FEBRUARY 18th to 19th 2012 – OLYMPIA LONDON

The Listed Property Show, which takes place at Olympia in London in February (18-19) 2012, will be bigger and better for its sixth annual event.

The exhibition, organised by the Listed Property Owners Club (LPOC), provides practical advice, tips and information for homeowners looking to restore or refurbish their properties and will feature close to 200 specialist suppliers showcasing their products and services.