The contractors have been in for one week and already all the pews have been carefully removed. In order to keep the area clear and prevent moving them more than necessary, the pews were sold as they were removed throughout the week.
Currently, there are still four pews remaining with people still interested. However, these have been attached to the north wall and have some damage to the one leg and need some repair.
It's not too late if you would like one of these pews, if others are unable or do not wish to have the repairs done.
The wooden plinths have also been removed leaving the area underneath exposed. The soil is extremely dry, and so far undisturbed.
Currently, there are still four pews remaining with people still interested. However, these have been attached to the north wall and have some damage to the one leg and need some repair.
It's not too late if you would like one of these pews, if others are unable or do not wish to have the repairs done.
The wooden plinths have also been removed leaving the area underneath exposed. The soil is extremely dry, and so far undisturbed.
Several large old stones can be seen in the Lady Chapel close to the first pillar (see front of picture), which were discovered in 1986 when work was last done in the church. These are said to be part of the early church foundations, and the only things of note found so far. Some small fragments of bone have also been found, which have been kept and will be reburied by the Rector.
The red, Victorian tiles are being removed next. These will be sorted, and the best ones cleaned and stored for reuse in the church.
Today, the contractor is planning to set up the compound for their equipment, put up signs and protect the site.
Your assistance is requested to keep an eye on St Mary's Church as there have been reports of thefts from churches and their buildings. Please let us know if there appears to be any work being done on the EXTERIOR of the church, because the only building work being done for us is INSIDE the church. If you are suspicious of anything, please call the Rector.
Rushcliffe Borough Council, Conservation Dept., has placed a notice on our board to indicate that the railings around the Bley Tomb will be replaced soon. This is the only other plan for outside the church. These railings were removed during World War II.
The red, Victorian tiles are being removed next. These will be sorted, and the best ones cleaned and stored for reuse in the church.
Today, the contractor is planning to set up the compound for their equipment, put up signs and protect the site.
Your assistance is requested to keep an eye on St Mary's Church as there have been reports of thefts from churches and their buildings. Please let us know if there appears to be any work being done on the EXTERIOR of the church, because the only building work being done for us is INSIDE the church. If you are suspicious of anything, please call the Rector.
Rushcliffe Borough Council, Conservation Dept., has placed a notice on our board to indicate that the railings around the Bley Tomb will be replaced soon. This is the only other plan for outside the church. These railings were removed during World War II.
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