The traditional flint and brick boundary wall of the cemetery had been damaged by a vehicle some time ago, resulting in gradual decay over time.
The scope of works included excavating and casting new foundations, along with the partial rebuild of two sections of the wall. We also reconstructed the piers at both ends of each section, adding stone copings to complete the restoration.
The walls were approximately 3m high by 60cm deep, and careful consideration of the existing flintwork was required. Throughout the project, we worked closely with the conservation officer to ensure compliance with conservation standards. We sorted through the old flints, reusing as many as possible for the rebuild, while leaving the remaining flints on site for future repairs. Traditiona, lime mortar was used for the restoration, and the project was scheduled during the summer months to allow the mortar to set correctly.
The work was carried out along a public highway, so safety measures were implemented to protect the public at all times.
The project was completed on time and to a high standard, and has led to further work on the cemetery wall.
By MS Oakes
