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Renewed appeal to help save Trinity Centre
Currently wrapped in scaffolding, the exterior of the Trinity Centre remains mostly hidden from public view although inside the venue is still as lively as ever with gigs, workshops, a roller disco and a church all taking place this week.
The scaffolding has revealed, however, something else that has been been hidden from public view for decades: the perilous state of the building.
From the top of Trinity looking towards Old Market – photo by Khali Photography
A comprehensive metalwork survey, with investigations to metal cramps and the stained glass windows, has revealed the damage to the building is far worse than anticipated, with an additional £200,000 needing to be raised.
is needed now More than ever
Works that now need to be carried our with even more urgency than ever to prevent the building being forced to close are:
- repairing lead work on the north aisle roof to prevent water ingress
- repairs to the pitched slate roof to prevent water ingress and damage to the redeveloped hall spaces below
- masonry works to the stonework, pinnacles and towers to protect the building’s fabric from cramp damage
- restoration of the original stained glass windows
Davontay working on the stonework on the roof – photo by Khali Photography
If these works are not carried out soon, Trinity’s trustees fear that the Georgian Grade II* listed building built in 1832 will be placed back onto Historic England’s At Risk Register.
Recent fundraising campaigns have seen donations from Heritage Lottery Fund, Historic England, All Churches Trust and other funders, as well as a crowdfunder and a specially composed piece of music by Portishead’s Adrian Utley and guitarist John Parish.
To donate, visit my.3ca.org.uk/donate
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As part of its Heart & Soul heritage project, stories of special occasions and celebrations that have taken place at Trinity are being sought to be included in an exhibition and online archive.
Contact Edson Burton for more details via edson@3ca.org.uk
More under threat stonework high on Trinity’s roof – photo by Khali Photography
Main photo by Khali Photography
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