Nenthead Chapel

A redundant Wesleyan Methodist chapel turned into an arts and visitor centre, shortlisted in both the Heritage and Leisure categories.

Scope of works

1. The slate roof stripped, structural repairs made to the roof timbers and the roof re-covered in new Burlington slate
2. Masonry repairs and repointing to every elevation of the chapel
3. Extensive repairs to the existing timber window frames
4. Major conservation work to the ornate plastered ceiling, and traditional lime plaster to the walls
5. A new structural steel floor at gallery level, with curved glazed screens forming two first-floor meeting rooms
6. A lift for step-free access to the first floor
7. A rear extension built off a new concrete structural retaining wall
8. A complete new mechanical and electrical installation and a commercial kitchen
9. Redecoration matched to the original colour scheme