Scope of Works
Built in 1845 in the Gothic Revival style, Holy Trinity Church in Platt, Manchester, is a significant example of 19th-century ecclesiastical architecture, requiring careful conservation to preserve its historic fabric. The church features intricate stone masonry, stained glass windows and a distinctive spire, all of which demand specialist restoration techniques. These include addressing weathering-related stone deterioration, structural stabilisation and sensitive repairs to original timber and leadwork. All interventions balanced modern functionality with the preservation of its historic character, employing traditional materials and craftsmanship to uphold the building’s original aesthetic and structural authenticity.
Following competitive tendering, Bullen Conservation was appointed as the specialist conservation masonry contractor to assist with a second external phased restoration scheme to the tower & spire. The project included comprehensive terracotta repairs to deteriorated sections that required immediate attention.
Our works consisted of the manufacture and replacement of decorative and ornate terracotta blocks and gargoyles, alongside various masonry repairs, repointing and careful doff cleaning. Drawing on our extensive expertise in working with terracotta and our close collaboration with the project team, including Buttress Architects, Historic England and English Heritage, the results were exceptional, with the quality of the terracotta craftsmanship particularly impressive. All work was carried out while the church remained fully operational, serving its active community.
