Current Issue
Heritage Roofing
Heritage roofing - maintaining our iconic buildings
The UK is home to some of the most iconic buildings in the world, from stunning churches and cathedrals to historic stately homes. Each and every one of these remarkable feats of architecture requires regular maintenance to ensure they remain in the very best condition, allowing them to be enjoyed for generations.
Traditional Lime
Lime: it’s better for buildings – and for the environment
It is now fairly well known that cement is not good for old buildings and that lime mortar should be used. But why? What are the advantages and what are the disadvantages? In order to begin to answer those questions it is necessary to understand the nature of traditional building, the process by which buildings used to be built, and how it differs from modern construction, the process by which we build today.
Audio Visual
Audio visual equipment in church buildings
This guidance is issued by the Church Buildings Council under section 55(1)(d) of the Dioceses, Mission and Pastoral Measure 2007. As it is statutory guidance, it must be considered with great care. The standards of good practice set out in the guidance should not be departed from unless the departure is justified by reasons that are spelled out clearly, logically and convincingly.
Read More...
CRE Events
After the Midlands, onward to Milton Keynes
"CRE Midlands reminded me of the giddy days when it first began – the venue was packed with exhibitors and visitors and there was a busy atmosphere. The whole thing looked great."
Insurance
You need to ensure that reasonable precautions are in place at your church to keep it safe for those who use it. To do this, you need to think about what might cause harm to people.
You will then need to decide if the precautions already in place are adequate. If they are not, you may need to identify further action to prevent any danger. When done formally, this is known as a risk assessment.
Lead Roofing
Lead is one of the oldest materials in the roofing industry and is still commonly used throughout the world today.
Lead roofing is a traditional roofing method which has been used in the industry for hundreds of years, and is therefore proven to be extremely reliable. Lead roofing, and sand-cast lead, in particular is ideal for old buildings such as churches or historical renovations, whereas milled lead roofing is a mass-produced alternative, used for precision and accuracy in homes and commercial buildings alike.
Lightning Protection
When lightning strikes are you protected against this act of God?
The issue of lightning protection in churches is one that has exercised this publication for many years. In this four-part series of spotlights on the issue we will be revisiting various aspects of the subject, beginning with an overview of current thinking.
Home
National Trust Garden Collection wins Chelsea award with debut stand
A stand showcasing the National Trust’s Garden Collection has been awarded a certificate of merit for its outstanding presentation at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
The stand, which was designed by London College of Garden Design graduate Louise Harries, features structures including a summer house, green house and garden shed - which form part of the Trust’s first ever garden collection - together with a planting scheme including heritage fruit trees and long grasses.
The styling of the structures against the planting scheme won the eye of the judges to give the National Trust stand this prestigious award out of over 50 trade stands showcasing at Chelsea.
Garden designer Louise Harries said:
'I am really thrilled to have received this award for my design of the National Trust Garden Collection stand. It’s been a pleasure to work with such a quality range of products to create a final look I was delighted with.
I was inspired by the Trust’s vision to be accessible for everyone and it has paid off by receiving this accolade.'
Phillippa Green, Brand Licensing Manager for the National Trust, said:
'This award proves the hard work both Louise and the licensees of the National Trust Garden Collection have gone to, to produce and then showcase the best in British design and craftsmanship. I am so pleased the Collection has been recognised in its first year at Chelsea Flower Show.'
Nine British companies have come together to form the National Trust Garden Collection, offering a range of gardening items from summerhouses to spades, sales of which generate income for the Trust’s conservation work including that of its gardens.
The collection – which includes products from Alitex Greenhouses, Crane Sheds, Gaze Burvill outdoor furniture, Oak Leaf Gates, Scotts of Thrapston Summerhouses and Westminster Stone - was launched at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
VISIT OUR ASSOCIATED SITES
