Challenges
Works were a challenge as the erection of the scaffolding was over the track so Redec had to take full possession of the main high-speed line to facilitate this. This was overcome by employing our COSS Team to agree track closures with Network Rail to allow the works to proceed.
Works
- Full elevational scaffolding and temporary roof
- Specialist removal of asbestos roof coverings
- Structural surveys to the chimneys and fabric
- Refurbishment and replacement like-for-like of all timber casement and sash windows.
- Full canopy repairs and re-glazing
- DOFF cleaning system to ashlar retained elevations
- Replacement of roofing with new natural slate
- Removal of all asbestos and lead based paints.
- Installation of all new second-fix joinery.
- Full external redecoration.
- Full stucco survey using hammer tests and replacement of lime render to match.
- Localised repointing in lime and clay brick replacements.
- Pedestrian upgrades to the main forecourt
- Specialist landscaping works to clear vegetation (including Japanese knotweed), installation of turfing and removal of coppicing to the sidings.
- All works were supervised and approved by the local authority’s listed building officer.
Awards
- Nominated for an Infrastructure in Excellence Award at the RICS Awards 2020
- Nominated at the Railway Heritage Awards 2018 for Building Conservation
