Contents Introduction 3 Historic maps 4 Historic photographs
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Architectural drawings
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- Limitations of report
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Site visit 16 Condition survey 18 Statement of significance
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Conservation Philosophy 30 Precedents 32 Design & Repair proposal
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Moving forward 36 Bibliography 38 Appendix 40
Introduction
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This report is intended to highlight the current problems facing the Grade II Listed1 Raglan Gate in Devonport, and to introduce people to a new vision for this iconic yet neglected building. Raglan Gate was released by the MOD for private sale in 1991, since then it has had different owners, all of which have failed to maintain the property. 2005 saw it placed on the buildings at risk register (BAR) for a third time.2 The property was last purchased on 30th May 2007 for the sum of £130,000.3 Conservation is important for all areas with cultural significance all around the world as the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter, 2013 sets out. The aim of having such a charter is that it ‘sets a standard of practice for those who provide advice, make decisions about, or undertake works to places of cultural significance, including owners, managers and custodians.’4
Devonport
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A cocktail of conservation methods shall be explored to counter-act the extensive number of problems present in the building. The idea being that immediate intervention is needed, to ensure the halt of accelerating decay. The building is on the brink of ‘no return’ and if no action is implemented in the near future then the scale of damage to repair, could increase exponentially. This analytical report will conclude with a design proposal to future proof this building for generations to come, which is vitally important to the local heritage of Devonport and the people that here . 1 2 3 4
Services G (2015) Main Gateway at Raglan Barracks (Barracks Not Included) - Plymouth - Plym outh - England. [Online] Available at: http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-473628-maingateway-at-raglan-barracks-barracks (accessed 10/ 14). Anon (2015) [Online] Available at: http://www.devonportonline.co.uk/historic_devonport/build ings_historic/raglan-gatehouse/rag lan-gatehouse.aspx (accessed 10/ 14). For Land Registry document see Appendix Anon (2015) [Online] Available at: http://australia.icomos.org/wp-content/uploads/The-BurraCharter-2013-Adopted-31.10.2013. pdf (accessed 13/ 11/ 14).
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Historic maps 1860-2015
The following maps show the changing urban landscape over time surrounding Raglan Barracks. Image 3 shows a map overlay from two different periods, the blue shows what Plymouth and Devonport looks like at present (2015) whilst the red overlay shows what it would have been like prior to Raglan barracks being built (c,1825).1 Devonport at this time was a fortified enclosure defended from the land by a substantial wall. The following maps are intended to give an overview on how the surrounding urban grain has changed over the course of the last 162 years. Since the construction of the gatehouse its surroundings have changed dramatically leaving it progressively detached from the urban grain. It has declined from being the centre of attention, to being all together ignored.
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See ‘Devonport Heritage Trail poster’ in Appendix
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1860 Context
Raglan 1860
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The Gate house is highlighted with a red box on all following maps. Built on the former site of Frederick, Legonier and Cumberland barracks, Raglan1 was significantly larger than the previous barracks and could hold many more men at any one time. The new barracks holding in excess of 2000 men. Image 4 1
Cook L (2015) Plymouth Dock - A Garrison town. [Online] Available at: http://www.devonporton line.co.uk/historic_devonport/military/garrison_town.aspx (accessed 12/ 14).
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1900 Context
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This map from 1900 shows how Raglan Barracks has changed over time. The small scale map (right) shows new buildings either side of the gateway. One might assume these where constructed as overflow barracks to accommodate a greater number of soldiers. However due to their location they may have been more likely to have housed the officers and higher command. The original barracks plans show these buildings as having a kitchen, bar, supper room, lecture room, stage and even a shop. (For Original barracks plan see page 14 image 22). Image 6
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Raglan 1950
1950 Context
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1950 shows continued development inside the barracks, as well as new buildings opposite the main gate. ‘Military Road’ runs along the eastern boundary of the entire length of the internal parade ground and is flanked with a processional line of trees. One can visualise standing at either end of this boulevard and having a grand vista in front. The gatehouse would have been the tallest and most important building in the immediate area. Image 8
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The contemporary scene of Raglan barracks is a vast contrast to previous times; the barracks having been demolished and surrounding land sold off for development. The main building usage in the area around the gateway is affordable housing. The access road in front of the gatehouse has now been pedestrianised due to a new one way system.
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Historic photographs
Parade Ground circa 1898
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13th Foot Somersetshire Light Infantry at Raglan Barracks parade ground.
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W.H Luke lithographs / line drawings of plymouth c1870s
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1899 St. David’s day with the Royal Welsh fusiliers. Officers of the 2nd. Battalion Gloucester Regiment, bayonet practice, parade. Suspected location of scene shown in red on the left.
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Devonport. Raglan Barrack gate 1907. Looking North up Military Road (now pedestrianised)
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View of the Gatehouse still in use 1907
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Architectural drawings Historical records
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Gatehouse
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Ground floor plan Modern survey
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Limitations of report The visit to Raglan Gate was on a cold dry day in November 2014. There was a light breeze and the sun was out. Since this is an academic exercise it should be understood that it is a tool to be used to analyse the condition of Raglan as a hypothetical project.
assumed, based on the original historical drawing of the barracks (seen in image 18). The areas shown in red are secured from access and no visual observations can be recorded from these parts. The proposal contained within this report speaks about the building in three sections (seen below) as left wing, main gateway and right wing.
For the purposes of this report, the interior walls have been drawn as Boundary fence between gatehouse and housing development
Left wing
Main gateway
Entrance
Right wing
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Front elevation North East
Square clock tower Parapet wall
Coat of Arms on pediment
Cornice
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Pedestrian entrance
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Granite columns
Blocked up windows
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Side elevation North
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Cap finial
Roof over main entrance
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Large coping stones on pediment
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The purpose of these survey drawings are to record specific details that the building has to offer. They have also proved to be an effective tool for understanding the built form and the many different components that the building is made from. They have also been used to build an accurate 3D representation of the building.
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Site visit
Initial Impressions On a first visit to Raglan Barracks Gate it is clear that at one time the building was celebrated. It would have clearly made a grand impression on its surroundings. The military presence in the city in the 1850s was obviously highly regarded at the time of construction. This is conveyed through the architectural language of the gatehouse. It has been built with ‘military precision’ and the attention to detail has been well executed by highly skilled stone masons. The building is generally in good condition due to the nature of the material it is constructed from. Local limestone and granite blocks create a very hardy facade to mitigate against the effect of weathering.
The Gate in a current state of disrepair.
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The Gate on approach from the North.
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2015 however sees Raglan Gate falling further into a state of disrepair. What is most noticeable from the front elevation is the amount of plant growth sprouting from the parapets. There are also blackened areas that indicate the mobilisation of water streaming down the facade from specific points, indicating a lack of maintenance to the rain water goods. The windows have been sealed up with concrete block work; the structure is clearly in a state of dereliction. On further investigation when one enters through the main gateway it becomes apparent that the building is saturated and it doesn’t take long to see that the roof is missing. This is often the case with historical buildings, the roof is the first component of a building to collapse, as often the lead covering is stripped (or stolen) then rain water can get into all the roof timbers and start rotting them away.
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Main Gate entrance.
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The Southern facade is in better condition.
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Condition survey
Square Clock Tower Arguably the most important and iconic components of the Gate. The clock tower has four sides and it is clear that at one time there was a clock face on each. It is described by British Listed Buildings as having a ‘Narrower bellcote above with moulded corner pilasters and round-arched opening to each side with rusticated voussoirs; moulded cornice and small dome surmounted by weather vane.’1 It can be seen in the photograph (right) that there are a number of wooden slats missing that would have formed the shutter to prevent the elements getting into the clock mechanism. One can predict that inside the tower will be a haven for birds like pigeons and mammals such as bats. Bats are an important part of the UK’s biodiversity, the 17 species of bat account for nearly one third of our national mammal species2 They can however cause major delays in the re-development of buildings or conservation projects. It is important to note that although they aren’t a threat to the structural integrity of a building, they may cause damage to historically significant fabric with their droppings and urine.3 The tower would need a full inspection from a cherry picker or ideally a scaffold to ascertain any problems that need addressing. A visual inspection from the ground indicates that it is structurally sound. 1 2 3
Services G (2015) Main Gateway at Raglan Barracks (Barracks Not Included) - Plymouth - Plym outh - England. [Online] Available at: http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-473628-maingateway-at-raglan-barracks-barracks (accessed 01/ 15). Buildingconservation.com (2015) Conserving Bats and Buildings: A Natural Synergy. [Online] Available at: http://www.buildingconservation.com/articles/bats/bats.htm (accessed 04/ 02/ 15). Buildingconservation.com (2015) Conserving Bats and Buildings: A Natural Synergy. [Online] Available at: http://www.buildingconservation.com/articles/bats/bats.htm (accessed 04/ 02/ 15).
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Plants and walls Plant growth in historical buildings can cause major structural problems. The image (right) shows a relativity small buddleia sprouting from behind the parapet wall. The roots from the plant have made their way between the large granite coping stones and are starting to move them apart at worrying angles. There is also evidence that it is having an effect lower down the structure where there is a joint between the cornice stones. The stones have been subject to historical movement at some point as you can tell from the mortar joint repair. It has been pointed up after a problem has been dealt with; possibly a larger buddleia. A possible solution: to this could be to cut down plant foliage and pull out any root networks/bulbs. In the modified version of ‘The Weathering Of Natural Building Stones’ produced by ‘Induni Conseration’ (2011) originally by R.J. Schaffer (1932), there is a section named ‘Living organisms as agents of decay’. The section describes in some detail the growth strategy climbers like Ivy adopt as part of their ongoing search for sunlight and nutrients.
“The lower parts of this creeper expand into thick stems they insert filaments between the stones, and these gradually enlarge, loosening the stones and digging inwards into the wall. This process goes on energetically to a height of about 6 ft. Further up, the ivy grows like a mat until it reaches the top, where it roots itself and, as it were, grasps at the stones and pulls the wall asunder, so that the top of the wall is gradually turned into a mass of loosened stones and decomposed mortar.” 1 Image 27 1
ANON. Of the ivy, that ominous parasite. Archt. J., 1929, 69 (1792), 783.
20 Images 28 and 30 shows how this overwhelming plant growth can start as a tiny rather beautiful sprawling climber, however image 31 shows just how prolific it will get in a very short period of time. The Ivy should be removed at an early stage in its growth, if left it will be to the detriment of the structural integrity of the building fabric. Further evidence of this mechanical root action by a different plant species can be seen in image 29. Ivy growth on historic buildings can often be seen as an attractive asset and one that may be maintained purely for the aesthetic ‘romantic’ value. One needs to make certain decisions when planning to keep and cultivate an ivy clad building. Either a careful maintenance plan and regular facade inspections have to be put in place, or it is accepted that a degree of the building fabric and structure maybe compromised.
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Internal Spaces The building can be sectioned into three main parts. The image (right) shows the only internal space visible from the central atrium (left wing). There is no access into it however as there is a locked gate in the way. This building would have had suspended timber floors throughout, with a small cavity below for cross ventilation. This was to ensure that the floor joists and boards stayed free from damp / rot. As the image shows, this room has been overtaken with trees, there is also evidence of moss and lichens growing on the exploded faces of the brick walls. If there was a chance to fully survey this building with a view to beginning to tidy up or restore it, then tests would have to be done on the timber floors, to see if they have the structural capabilities to hold up a person. One might suspect that they have been seriously compromised through being exposed to the elements for such a long time.
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Stone On approaching Raglan Gatehouse, the grand facade and sheer scale of the materials used in construction are undoubtedly impressive. Above all the four very large tapered columns that give support to the classical style pediment. They stand on square column bases with their capitals resembling the Tuscan order.1 These columns have been hewn from large blocks of Devon Granite and would have been sourced from the nearest quarry on Dartmoor. It is a major undertaking just to transport these huge stones from the quarry which would have been at least 15miles away from the site at Devonport. The rest of the building is constructed with dressed Plymouth limestone brought to course and freestone dressings.2 The limestone bears a resemblance to marble, it has been metamorphosed but not to the extent that ‘true carrara marble has. This material is locally known as ‘Devon marble’.3
Travertine deposits Water is getting into the internal spaces of the walls as there is no roof on the building. This is causing the calcium sulphate in the lime mix to be washed out and leach through the mortar joints; resulting in the deposition of travertine onto the surface of the stones (Image 33). This is alarming because the structural integrity of the walls must 1 2 3
Ching F (2007) Architecture--form, space, & order. Hoboken, N.J.: John Wiley & Sons p309 Services G (2015) Main Gateway at Raglan Barracks (Barracks Not Included) - Plymouth - Plym outh - England. [Online] Available at: http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-473628-maingateway-at-raglan-barracks-barracks (accessed 02/ 15). Pers Com, Bruce Iduni Oct 2014
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23 be questioned. This journey of calcium sulphate from inside to out needs to be monitored. A suggestion maybe to remove the surface deposits using a combination of acid and cold water delivered at a high pressure. Once the soiled surface has been restored back to the Devon marble then observations can be carried out to find out whether further work needs to take place.
Internal wall consolidation could take place by drilling small diameter holes at suitable spacings along a horizontal mortar joint. The same will be repeated in the course above. Tubes will then be inserted into the lower holes and a specified fluid mix of lime mortar (or similar) will be pumped into the suspected cavity behind the stone facade, Pumping will only stop when the mix is flowing out of the holes further up the wall.4 Image 34
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Windows and doors The windows as the building stands at the moment have been closed up with concrete blocks. The structural state of the stone lintels and the window surrounds look to be in sound condition so the removal of concrete blocks shouldn’t prove to be an issue. They do however successfully keep out wind, rain, animals, potential vandals and down and outs. They have the advantage of privacy to the internal spaces so it should be considered that their removal happens at a more appropriate time in the future development of the building. Such as the point were new windows had to be measured up for manufacture or natural light was needed for interior work to progress.
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The question will arise in future discussions about how to address the very large arched main gate entrances and the two smaller pedestrian doorways one at either side. The solution to this will differ largely on what future usage is decided upon, and what activities shall unfold within this space. One option could be to treat the openings as what they were originally intended for; the main entrance. This might take the form of a horizontal transom at the same line as the start of the archway. The high arched area could be sectioned off into smaller glazed segments whilst the lower half sectioned to incorporate a set of double assisted doors (if public). This would make for a rather fitting grand entrance.
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Rain water goods There is a severe lack of maintenance to the rain water goods on this building, in some cases the down spouts simply don’t exist any more (seen right). This has led to large areas of each facade to become soiled with water marks. These external areas have clearly been saturated with rain water for some time. A close inspection would determine the exact action to be taken here, however one may suggest that the box gutter situated behind the parapet up stand may in future be made wider to accommodate a larger flow of water and to be more resilient to blockages. The holes that have been bored through the eaves of the parapet to carry the down spout through may have to be eased to a wider diameter. New down spouts can then be installed and the existing facade cleaned via hot pressure washing or gentle scrubbing.
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Drainage and site maintenance Contemporary practices in the building trade have meant that tarmacadam and other impermeable surfaces have become widespread and are the modern ‘expected’ finish for external areas. The negative side to these materials is that they create an almost impenetrable barrier for rain water to pass through therefore creating large amounts of flowing surface water. As a result underground highways drainage channels have to be built and maintained. The problem with Raglan Gate is that nobody has been maintaining these grids and it can be seen in the image (right) packed with leaves and other detritus. A proposed solution to this site would be to remove all the tarmac surrounding the Gate to replace it with a layer of large diameter drainage stone with a final finish of course grit sand. With regards to domestic drainage, When the building was in full use as a guard house there would have been an underground sewage system, the routes they took can be seen on the original barracks plans on page 12. Advice would be to connect to into the modern sewage, grey water and run off systems used by the surrounding developments. The same philosophy applies to the fresh water system, there will be one plumbed in to the building but whether it is sufficient for the possible future usage of this building is questionable. This could only be confirmed in a utilities survey. Red circle indicates point at which external main drain is blocked up with leaves.
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Looking North across the large expanse of impermeable tarmac.
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Statement of Significance
There are many reasons to conserve Raglan Barracks Gate for our future generations. The key values listed below are specific points that Raglan Gate upholds.
Symbolic & Iconic value Raglan Gate is one of the most impressive barracks entrances and guard houses in England.1 The building has had a colourful history and still has an impact on young people of today. On 9th February 2009 there was an effort by Pembroke Street youth volunteers cleaning rubbish and grafitti from the walls and surrounds of the gatehouse.2 This shows a common sense of care for the building by communal groups.
Commemorative value Raglan gate was built to express imperialism and military institutional power. It also served as a ceremonial gateway. It’s not commemorative in the sense that it was built as a memorial, but the building is a representation of a time gone by, namely the period between 185819373 where it was home for up to 2000 soldiers at any one time.
1 Services G (2015) Main Gateway at Raglan Barracks (Barracks Not Included) - Plymouth - Plym outh - England. [Online] Available at: http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-473628-main gateway-at-raglan-barracks-barracks (accessed 02/ 15). 2 Anon (2015) [Online] Available at: http://www.devonportonline.co.uk/millennium_devonport/ living/archive/pembroke-youth-rag (accessed 02/ 15).lan-cleanup-2009/pembroke-youth-rag lan-cleanup-2009.aspx 3 Forces-war-records.co.uk (2015) Raglan Barracks Devonport - Regiment History, War & Military Records & Archives. [Online] Available at: http://www.forces-war-records.co.uk/units/2145/rag lan-barracks-devonport/ (accessed 02/ 15).
Sir Francis Fowke
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Architectural & Historic value Raglan barracks was built between 1853 and 18584 and is built in the classical style. The gate served Raglan barracks up until the army left Plymouth in the 1970s. Constructed by captain and engineer Francis Fowke, it was his first architectural project. On completion Fowke was offered further work as he helped to superintend the machinery section of the Paris Universal Exhibition of 1855, and received the Legion of Honour for his work. Other significant architectural projects Fowke worked on are: Royal Albert Hall The Victoria and Albert Museum The Royal Scottish Museum, Edinburgh Prince Consort’s Library, Knollys Road, Aldershot5
Educational value The building appears to hold intrinsic historical importance to the community of Devonport. As mentioned earlier it has been categorised as a grade II listed building by English Heritage, the listing entry number is 1386244. Particular items of significance include the square faced clock tower, the eight very large Tuscan order columns and the Royal Arms central to the pediment.
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See 1 Victorianweb.org (2012) Captain Francis Fowke, 1823-1865. [Online] Available at: http://www. victorianweb.org/victorian/art/architecture/fowke/index.html (accessed 02/ 15).
Conservation philosophy & future intentions
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Significant buildings like this one need careful consideration as to what the future should hold for them. Other comments in a report for responses to the ‘Devonport Area Action Plan’ by Plymouth City Council1 have suggested that
“Raglan Barracks old gatehouse should be preserved and re-used, as it is a grade II listed building. It is suggested that Raglan gatehouse should be included in an early stage of the development as it is a prestigious building.”2 The conservation philosophy this report focuses on is that of preservation and adaptation. Adaptation is important to meet the requirements for future uses. This makes the building useful to someone therefore securing its maintenance and care. The structure should be preserved in such a way that the narrative of patina and weathering should stay, as it is part of the enriched journey this building has been through. To restore the building to its former aesthetic glory with it’s gleaming stone faces is not the intention. To a point as long as the soiling is not detrimental to the structural integrity of the building. One might ask what work would take place (if any) and how far should you clean/treat or rebuild the original structure or fabric? Such questions are open to subjectivity and the answers may vary widely. In this case the following points are to be considered.
Usage The future intent for Raglan Gate is to provide spaces for different 1 2
Anon (2015) [Online] Available at: http://www.plymouth.gov.uk/08_responses_to_devonport_ area_action_plan.pdf (accessed 02/ 15). See ‘Issues and options responses to: Devonport Area Action Plan’ in Appendix
future uses. This will ensure an enriched future for the building and all of its users. It is important to remember that when designing for future uses, that flexibility of space should be considered. This enables different uses and users to utilize this building in the future. This could be achieved by having moveable interior walls and wide spanning structures so that different configurations of space could be realized.
A proposal for the buildings future Splitting the building into three sections to creat a residential apartment in the left wing alongside space for small spaces as pop up business incubators, such as alternative ways of practicing architecture for new graduates from Plymouth University. The central atrium and right hand wing will have a cafe and showcase the process of this conservation project at the same time as celebrating the past, potentially taking on a gallery format. The gallery will be open for public visiting from 9-5:30. The right wing will also open from 7:30-10:30pm as a soup kitchen for local people (run by a local shelter organisation or Plymouth City Council) Maybe the right wing could be multifunctional and provide basic wash facilities and convert into a hostel each night. There is huge potential to create a community focus here, maybe local workshops utilized by Plymouth City College? The central facade would be set back to where the gates used to be, Allowing for front steps to be built to bring you up to a new perforated steel level inside (visibly disconnected from listed structure) This would enable the internal ground floors to be at one consistent level. Disabled access would enter from the rear gate entrance where
31 gradual ramp access would wrap around either side of the exterior There will be a central heat source in the atrium, maybe a multi fuel burner, or a wood pellet boiler. The external tarmac road and pavements are to be taken up, levels are to be confirmed. A layer of drainage stone is to be put down with a grit / sand surface (similar to that of the original military parade ground) A section of the parade ground is to be sectioned for visitor/ worker car parking although cycling will be actively encouraged with bike racks to be installed along the building frontage. A new fence is to be erected around the rear and side perimeters. Low level spot lighting will light up around the building and indicate the route of the ramps. Any contemporary interventions planned and installed are to be in sympathy to the original building fabric. The new interior floors, roofs and windows shall be supported and built from a specially designed steel frame. These are also intended to be secondary to the original design to celebrate the Devon granite and limestone structure. As for the surrounding buildings, these social housing facilities are another part of the ongoing storey of Raglan Gate and should be appreciated as part of the ever changing urban fabric of Devonport.
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Precedents
The following examples are of projects that have embraced similar conservation and repair philosophies. They are being shown as a standard of what could be achieved at Raglan Gate.
Neues Museum, Berlin David Chipperfield This museum has been treated using a very simple philosophy, to consolidate and repair existing fabric to a level that is necessary for it to be structurally stable and prevent further decay. It is also important to retain what is old to the best of ability and where repairs are needed they should only be replaced like for like. This is the sympathetic yet effective contrast that could be achieved at Raglan Gatehouse. The contrast from old to new is apparent in the following images. Image 43
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Visitor Centre, Whitby Stanton Williams
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The repair and conservation philosophies extended in this report share similar aspects to this project from Stanton Williams Architects. The particular attention to detail is what makes this project a resounding success. The box gutter detail of the roof has been lifted slightly to create a shadow gap above the existing walls. This creates an interesting relationship between what is old and new; as if the new inserted elements have a certain sympathy towards the original structure. There is an amount of respect for the old clearly present here; it is a celebration of the past. The materials used here have also been carefully considered, it’s important to use contemporary and more ‘lightweight’ materials instead of using new stone. It is not a restoration but a re-interpretation for a future use. Image 46
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Design Primary & secondary structure for future beneficial use
Repair Proposal It is important to consider the approach to any repairs carried out to the existing building fabric. Actions should be carried out in order of importance, these were identified in the condition report.
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The image (right) shows the different components required to make this building usable again. The programme of works start with making the site good, erecting a site perimeter fence to ensure a safe working environment for the public and site staff. Then clearance and preparation works can be carried out inside whether it be the removal of unwanted plants or unstable interior walls to be demolished.
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1 - Consolidate existing stonework and treat / clean any unwanted problems whether they are structural or purely aesthetic. 2 - Pad foundations will be dug out and poured ready for steel work. Any digging needs to be carefully monitored to be sure there is no effect to the listed structure. 3 - Primary steel columns are bolted to the pad foundations through square base plates.
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4 - Horizontal steel floor joists are installed and start to give some strength back to the overall structure. A second level of steels will provide the basis of the new flat roof build up.
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5 - Once the roof has been constructed the interior floors can be installed alongside any staircases or lifts. 2
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35 6 - The last major stage of this process to make the envelope watertight is to install the windows. Any extra bracing required for the steel structure will be specified by the engineer.
Structure The 3d model indicates the components needed to create flexible spaces within the building. The conservation philosophy has been followed at all times when decisions have been made regarding design and structural interventions. The primary steel structure is resting on individual pad foundations that have been dug a suitable distance away from the existing walls, this is to ensure the original structure is not affected in any way.
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A new flat roof has been raised up above the existing parapet walls to allow room for a horizontal strip of glazing to let natural light flood the first floor spaces. These upstairs rooms don’t have any windows to look out from so the eaves glazing is paramount to incorporating full perimeter sky view.
Apertures Windows and doorways will be treated in a similar way to one another. The windows shall protrude outwards from the face of the building approximately 200mm. This decision to pull them forward is purely for aesthetic value; It accentuates the fact that there has been a contemporary intervention here. The material choices have been chosen in contrast with the original dressed limestone façades.
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Moving forward
The intent of this report is not to have a fully designed proposal for Raglan Barracks Gate, but to establish its significance within its setting. The next stage on from here would be to personally contact the current owners1 of the building to present the contents of this report. With the idea of having the opportunity to discuss their future intentions for the building. After meeting with the owner the next stage would be to suggest future use options such like: Convert into single dwelling Convert into two dwellings Convert into apartments Flats Bar / Coffee house to harness the passing foot traffic each morning by young families. Also to draw business from Albion Rugby Games with remaining space converted into two apartments or a community orientated use, hostel / Gallery / workshops etc. There are a number of funding options available especially for the community involvement project ideas. The main one being ‘Heritage Lottery Fund’ or HLF.2 The HLF currently have £375million to invest in projects around the country each year and are the Largest dedicated funder of heritage in the UK since 1994.3 If a public engagement project was to be considered then this would be a great option for funding, advice here would be to fill out a pre1 2 3
See Land Registry document in Appendix Hlf.org.uk (2015) Apply | Heritage Lottery Fund. [Online] Available at: http://www.hlf.org.uk/ apply (accessed 02/ 15). Hlf.org.uk (2015) About us | Heritage Lottery Fund. [Online] Available at: http://www.hlf.org.uk/ about-us (accessed 02/ 15).
application form or speak to someone at HLF to see if it would be worth applying.
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Image sources: Front cover - By author, Google Sketchup and Adobe Photoshop Image 1 - By author Image 2 - Source Digimap, altered by author Image 3 - Source Digimap, altered by author Images 4 - 11 - http://digimap.edina.ac.uk/digimap/home Image 12 - http://www.cyber-heritage.co.uk/hmsdrake/ Image 13 - https://www.thegenealogist.co.uk/imagearchive/fullrecord. php?id=4241 Image 14 - http://www.visitthepast.co.uk/raglan-barracks-devonport Image 15 - http://www.cyber-heritage.co.uk/hmsdrake/rag2.jpg Image 16 - http://www.francisfrith.com/devonport/devonport-raglan barracks-1907_59217 Image 17 - http://www.devonportonline.co.uk/historic_devonport/ buildings_historic/raglan-gatehouse/raglan-gatehouse. aspx Image 18 - National Archives, London. [Accessed Nov/Dec 2014] by
Rachel Conkey (Original scanned in) Image 19 - 21 - Survey drawing by Jason Skelton, annotated by Author Image 22 - 28 - Authors own photographs Images 29 &30 - by Sarah Alexandra Scully of Falmouth https://www. behance.net/gallery/8016709/Educational-food- centre-Raglan-Gatehouse-Plymouth Image 31 - 40 Authors own photographs Image 41 - http://www.britishempire.co.uk/article/plymouth/ francisfowke.htm Image 42 - http://www.bustler.net/images/news2/mies_van_der_rohe_ award_2011_01_1.jpg Image 43 - http://www.aknw.de/fileadmin/user_upload/Presse Downloads/ ausstellung-mies/014_Neues_Museum_c_Joerg_von_ Bruchhausen.jpg Image 44 - http://www.architectural-review.com/Journals/8/ Files/2010/6/9/ neu Image 45 - http://www.stantonwilliams.com/projects/whitby-abbey visitor-centre/slideshow/?i=4 Image 46 - http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c1/ Whitby_Abbey_Visitor_Centre_-_geograph.org.uk_ _263956.jpg Image 47 - http://www.stantonwilliams.com/projects/whitby-abbey visitor-centre/slideshow/?i=5 Images 48 - 50 - Authors own, 3D model built in Google Sketchhup
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Registry Document Title Number : DN295722 This title is dealt with by Land Registry, Plymouth Office. The following extract contains information taken from the register of the above title number. A full copy of the register accompanies this document and you should read that in order to be sure that these brief details are complete. Neither this extract nor the full copy is an 'Official Copy' of the register. An official copy of the register is admissible in evidence in a court to the same extent as the original. A person is entitled to be indemnified by the registrar if he or she suffers loss by reason of a mistake in an official copy. This extract shows information current on 27 JAN 2015 at 13:29:30 and so does not take account of any application made after that time even if pending in the Land Registry when this extract was issued. REGISTER EXTRACT Title Number
: DN295722
Address of Property
: The Gatehouse, Raglan Barracks, Devonport, Plymouth (PL1 4NQ)
Price Stated
: ÂŁ130,000
Registered Owner(s)
: GEORGE RAYMOND WILLIAMS of 27 Venn Grove, Hartley, Plymouth PL3 5PQ MATTHEW JOHN PORTER of Flat 2, Hermitage Villa, Hermitage Road, Mannamead, Plymouth PL3 4RU.
Lender(s)
: Lloyds Bank PLC
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Entrance gateway with flanking guard houses to former barracks (former barracks not included). 1853-56 by Captain Fowke RE, for the Admiralty Works Department. Dressed Plymouth limestone brought to course and freestone dressings; roof hidden behind parapet with moulded entablature. Classical style. PLAN: rectangular plan of central through-arch with guard houses off. EXTERIOR: single-storey; 9-window range. Central square clock towere with face to each side and moulded cornice; narrower bellcote above with moulded corner pilasters and round-arched opening to each
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SX4554 MILITARY ROAD, Devonport 740-1/54/156 (West side) 01/05/75 Main Gateway at Raglan Barracks (barracks not included)
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Date first listed: 01-May-1975
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MAIN GATEWAY AT RAGLAN BARRACKS (BARRACKS NOT INCLUDED), MILITARY ROAD
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Name: MAIN GATEWAY AT RAGLAN BARRACKS (BARRACKS NOT INCLUDED)
This building is listed under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 as amended for its special architectural or historic interest.
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DEVONPORT HERITAGE TRAIL Devonport Park The Heritage Trail links historic and cultural points of interest in Devonport. It is a great way to explore the local area, once an important town in its own right.
Promenading, 1865 - with the Dock Lines and Stonehouse beyond Plymouth Library Services
New Passage Hill - Devonport Park - Brickfields
The Trail also offers a way-marked detour from the popular South West Coastal Footpath. It can be followed from Admiral’s Hard in Stonehouse, where it connects with the Plymouth Waterfront Walkway and the Cremyll Ferry - the link between Devon and Cornwall.
Guarded draw-bridges once controlled access to the town of Plymouth Dock - Devonport, and the security of the Naval Dockyard. These were located on Fore Street, Devonport Hill and at New Passage Hill. This Trail section connects all three sites.
Crossing into Devonport via Stonehouse Creek Bridge, the Trail first follows Richmond Walk, exploring Mount Wise and Mutton Cove. It then takes in Ker Street, the one time civic heart of the community - centred on the newly restored Guildhall, the Devonport Column and the ‘Egyptian House’. The Heritage Trail returns to the waterfront at North Corner, the birthplace of the original town of ‘Dock’. At New Passage Hill, there is a link-spur to the Torpoint Ferry and the chance to cross back to Cornwall. However, the Trail itself continues through the historic Devonport Park, returning to Stonehouse by way of the Brickfields and Devonport Hill.
HMS Doris Gun and Higher Lodge, c.1905 Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery
Starting at New Passage Hill, there is a stepped entrance to Devonport Park dating from 1857-8. To avoid the steps follow Ferry Road. A Trail-spur links to the Torpoint Ferry and offers a chance to explore the waterfront community at Pottery Quay. A photo artwork by David Harbott is sited near the ferry terminal.
Devonport c.1825
Following the Trail The Heritage Trail is way-marked by over 70 distinctive, numbered and themed ‘Devonport Discs’, designed by Cornish artists Gary and Thomas Thrussell. Pick-up a Trail leaflet or go on-line to get a route map and find out more.
Devonport Park is ‘Registered’ by English Heritage as a Park and Garden of Special Historic Interest. It is the oldest formal public park in the City. Restoration work and major improvements carried out between 2008 and 2011 have created a ‘People’s Park’ for today. The fascinating history of the Park is told on the separate ‘Park Panels’ displayed on route. The Lower Park, which slopes steeply down to the River Tamar, was left isolated by the construction of Park Avenue in the 1950s. By following the Trail way-marker ‘Discs’ you will get to see many of the Park’s unique historic buildings, monuments and memorials. Look carefully, and you will even discover the earth mounds
On route, there are four Trail Panels like this - each focussing on a different section of the Trail. The others can be found at Mount Wise, Cumberland Gardens and North Corner. Look out too for the specially commissioned art works. The full Heritage Trail is about 7.5 km (over 4 miles) long, but it can be explored just one section at a time. The way-marked route follows public highways and byways and involves walking alongside and crossing several busy roads - so please take great care. The Trail is fully accessible, with just a short marked detour to avoid steps into Devonport Park at New Passage Hill.
that mark the sites of underground air raid shelters built during the Second World War. Feel free to detour off the Trail route and enjoy all the Park has to offer. Make sure to visit the new Park Pavilion building and café. Here you will see a glass and textile artwork by Carole Waller and another photo-montage by David Harbott. The Devonport Memorial to the soldiers, sailors and airmen who lost their lives in the Great War of 1914-18, stands close by. Alongside are two stone benches by Michael Disley, carved by the Friends of the Park and City College students. Leave the Park via the main Fore Street gates, passing the Swiss style Lower Park Lodge, dating from 1858. Make sure to visit the three Victorian memorials nearby. To complete the Trail, follow the old military road, now Raglan Road and Madden Road, past the Gatehouse to Raglan Barracks, built in the 1850s. On descending Devonport Hill - the Napoleonic Guardhouse of 1811, the drawbridge cutting and Bluff Battery, built 1779-80 to guard Stonehouse Bridge, are further reminders of Devonport’s historic defences.
Stay safe, and enjoy discovering Devonport. Web: www.plymouth.gov.uk/creativityandculture/artsdevelopment Contacts: Parks Services 01752 606034 & Arts Services on 01752 307315 email: parks.services@plymouth.gov.uk Devonport Heritage Trail was created by Plymouth City Council working in partnership with the Devonport Regeneration Community Partnership and the local community. Thanks must go to the professional artists and local historians who have contributed ‘along the way’. With special thanks to Lizzy Cook. Design and text by Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery
Devonport Heritage Trail Route Park and view to the north-west, c.1905 Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery
Guard House and Cumberland Block, Devonport Hill, c.1905 Private Collection