Conservation of Archer Pavilion at Wrest Park

The Pavilion, which dates from 1709-11 is a brick structure of alternating project bays of rectangular and half round form. The roofs are lead covered. The Pavilion contains a significant Trompe L’Oeil painted interior. The pavilion is both Grade I Listed and a Scheduled Monument. Urgent repairs are necessary to address slippage of the leadwork to the dome and the water damage to the cornice. The work will involve a high standard of leadwork using recast sheets and to reflect the existing detail of the roofs. The...