1: The Leaves of Southwell
There are some exciting changes afoot in the 13th Century Chapter House as part of a conservation project at Southwell Minster. Click the photo for more.
2: Archaeological finds
Members of Southwell Community Archaeology Group have been busy sieving through the rubble which was found under the floor of the Chapter House. They have found an eclectic mix of artefacts… Click on the photo to find out more.
Green Man competition
We’ve had some superb entries into our Green Man competition, inspired by the C13th carvings in the Chapter House. Click on the photo for more
3: Groundworks
Work has been going on inside and outside the Minster as part of the Leaves of Southwell Project. Click on the photo to find out more.
4: Say hello to Aoife, our new Heritage Intern
Say hello to Aoife, our new Heritage Intern. Click on the photo for more.
Make your own Green Man with our new nature trail
Make your own Green Man with our new nature trail. Click on the photo for more.
5: The effect of water on sandstone
Monitoring water levels and its effect on sandstone forms an important part of this project. Click on the photo to find out more.
6: Underfloor heating
Underfloor heating has gone into the Chapter House for the first time in its history. Click on the photo to find out more.
7: External lighting
Low-voltage LED lights are being installed to light up the exterior of the building, and to illuminate the paths. Click on the photo to find out more.
8: ‘Art from Waste’ installation
A special art project, using recycled materials and involving local school children has been launched as part of the project. Click on the photo to find out more.
9: Underfloor heating
Underfloor heating going in in the Chapter House at Southwell Minster. Click on the photo to find out more.
10: Relaying the stone floor
Relaying the 1,500 piece stone floor ‘jigsaw’ of the Chapter House at Southwell Minster. Click on the photo to find out more.
11: Tree planting
Planting new trees in the Palace Gardens – part of The Leaves of Southwell project. Click on the photo to find out more.
12: Research & Design into new interpretation materials
One of the key elements of the Leaves of Southwell project funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund is the research and design of a suite of new interpretation materials for visitors. Click on the photo to find out more.
13: Community outreach & hard hat tours
Community outreach has been an important part of the Leaves of Southwell project. Click on the photo for more.
14: Relaying of the Chapter House floor
The Chapter House floor has been painstakingly relaid by hand. Click on the photo for more.
15: The Chapter House gets some 21st century luxuries
We can begin to see our lovely Chapter House being restored to its former glory, but with some new 21st Century luxuries, all designed to improve conservation, access and visitor experience. Click the photo for more.
16: Craftsmanship
A look at what the workmen get up to on this fascinating project. Click the photo for more.
The Green Man poem
A poem inspired by the ‘Green Men’ of Southwell Minster’s stunning Chapter House.
17: New steps to the Chapter House
The first of the new steps to the Chapter House have been laid. Click the photo for more.
18: Lighting installation
New lighting has been installed outside Southwell Minster. Click the photo for more.
19: Analysis of paint samples found in the Chapter House
Were the delicate C13th carvings of the Chapter House originally painted? Samples have been taken for analysis to find out. Click on the photo for more.
20: Cleaning and repairing delicate C13th stonework
Cleaning and repairing delicate C13th stonework in Southwell Minster’s world-renowned Chapter House. Click the photo for more.
23: Rarely seen images of high level carvings
Developments inside the glorious Chapter House at Southwell Minster. Click photo for more.
24: Nearing the end
Work on the Leaves of Southwell project has entered the home straight – after 18 months we’re nearly there! Click on the photo for more.
25: Finishing touches and internal lighting
The Leaves of Southwell project nears completion as finishing touches are applied, including the testing of the new internal lighting. Click on photo for more.
26: Work progresses to The Palace Garden
Work has now progressed to the Palace Gardens. Click photo for more.
Unlocking Nature’s Secrets – Photography Competition 2021 – Winners and best shots
We had an amazing response to our photo competition earlier in the year, the standard was truly incredible – thanks to all who entered! Click the photo for more
27: Let there be light!
The new external lighting is up and running at Southwell Minster. Click photo for more.
28: Introducing GCSE art students to the Chapter House
Local school, Magnus CoE, given a sneak preview of the almost finished conservation works! Click photo for more
29: National Volunteers’ Week
It’s National Volunteers’ Week and we want to take time to thank all our amazing volunteers who have contributed to the Leaves of Southwell project so far. Click photo for more
‘House of Houses’ – A ‘Leaves of Southwell’ Conference
Join an international team of expert speakers to explore a vast array of fascinating topics including:
Leaves Talk Series Returns
Our popular series of talks based on the Leaves of Southwell returns.
Rediscovering Notts: The Leaves of Southwell
Notts TV recently filmed an episode of their popular history programme Rediscovering Notts at Southwell Minster and you can view it here.
