Historic Conference Centre Undergoes Restoration to Protect Its Future
Restoration work has now begun on the College’s historic Conference Centre as part of a major project to preserve one of the campus’s most distinctive buildings for future generations.
Specialist stonemasons have been appointed to carefully restore the building’s external stonework using traditional methods appropriate for a Grade II listed property. The work will help protect the structure, improve its appearance and ensure the long-term preservation of an important part of the College’s and town’s heritage.
Over time, areas of the stonework have been affected by weathering, discolouration and earlier repairs that are no longer in keeping with the original design. The restoration programme will clean the stonework, repair damaged sections and, where necessary, replace individual stones with carefully matched materials to maintain the building’s historic character.
The project will also address areas where ageing metal fixings and water ingress have caused damage, helping to prevent further deterioration. Roofing repairs and protective measures will be completed alongside the stonework to ensure the building remains resilient in the years ahead.
The Conference Centre is one of the College’s most recognisable buildings and reflects the architectural vision of Hans Fowler Price. The restoration works will not only safeguard the building but also celebrate its historic design and its continued place at the heart of the campus.
The work is expected to continue over the coming weeks and has been carefully planned to ensure there is no disruption to day-to-day College activity.
