1: 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.
2: 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.
3: 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.
4: 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.
5: 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.
6: ‘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.
7: Underfloor heating
Underfloor heating going in in the Chapter House at Southwell Minster. Click on the photo to find out more.
8: 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.
9: Tree planting
Planting new trees in the Palace Gardens – part of The Leaves of Southwell project. Click on the photo to find out more.
10: 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.
11: Community outreach & hard hat tours
Community outreach has been an important part of the Leaves of Southwell project. Click on the photo for more.
12: Relaying of the Chapter House floor
The Chapter House floor has been painstakingly relaid by hand. Click on the photo for more.
13: 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.
14: 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.
15: New steps to the Chapter House
The first of the new steps to the Chapter House have been laid. Click the photo for more.
16: Lighting installation
New lighting has been installed outside Southwell Minster. Click the photo for more.
17: 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.
