Monday, 3rd December - The final week

The shawm has been carefully mounted on the south wall, to the east of the entrance. The original sign will not be mounted below it until it has been placed on a backing plate. It is extremely delicate and needs to be strengthened and preserved for the future.

The board containing the names of the Rector's of St Mary's has also been put up.

Work continues on the tea-bar, and the oak facing on the tea-bar and lobby will have its coats of varnish this week.

The bell tower doors will be glazed, now they are slightly shorter than before.

There are many details to finish during this final week and the contractor is arranging for a thorough clean of the area at the end of the week.

Volunteers are being prepared for this weekend when further cleaning will take place and much of the church furniture etc. will be brought back into the newly re-ordered nave.

Delivery of the new chairs is taking place next week. These consist of wooden, upholstered chairs chosen by the congregation, and additional chrome, upholstered, folding chairs to be used for large services and gatherings. The upholstery will be in a royal blue colour.