August 4th update - Only four weeks to go!

The PCC has now appointed a contractor, P Waller Ltd, Nottingham for the re-ordering - see their website www.pwaller.co.uk/. They were recommended along with three other contractors by the architect, who is a member of the Diocesan Advisory Committee. You may be interested to learn that they were the contractors for the East Leake Parish Offices, but they have experience of working on churches too. Mr Tony Sumpter will be the archaeologist appointed for the 'Archaeological Watch' over the project. He too, was highly recommended by the architect, Mr Mark Goodwill-Hodgson of Inclusive Designs, Nottingham. We are legally bound to provide certificates to the contractor for an Asbestos check and a Ground Contamination Report. Both the church and St Mary's Hall will be checked for asbestos on 17th August. Fundraising continues as applications need to be submitted at varied times, from the sources. Thank you to those who have offered to provide materials for packing the contents of the church. Old curtains, sheets, blankets, bubble-wrap, cardboard boxes are all still welcome. Initial work will begin on 13th August to remove and store non-essential items. The final clearance and storage will take place on Sunday, 2nd September, following a baptismal service.