SHINE A LIGHT! WHITEHAVEN’S LIGHTHOUSE RESTORATION COMPLETES

[A PROJECT to restore two iconic 19th-century lighthouses in Whitehaven, Cumbria, has been completed. Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners oversaw the project to bring the North Pier and West Pier lighthouses back to their former glory.

The project included repairing the internal and external ironworks. Replacement balconies and handrails have also been installed, as well as new seating at the bottom of the North Pier lighthouse. Both lighthouses also boast new lanterns.

The Harbour Commissioners focused on using local suppliers throughout the project, including lead contractor CRS Facility Management of nearby Workington.

The project has been funded mostly by Sellafield Ltd’s SiX (social impact, multiplied) programme, as well as in-kind donations from individual people and companies.

John Baker, chief executive of Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners, said: “I would like to thank everybody that has worked so hard and persevered during what has been a challenging project at times.

“Everyone can now feel satisfied they have achieved something that will have tangible benefits for Whitehaven and the local community. The restoration of the lighthouses is part of a suite of improvements and projects around the town that will combine to make it a great place to visit, live and do business.” q

Restored Staircase Set For Reinstallation

DOROTHEA RESTORATIONS have recently posted details of the restoration of a cast-iron staircase at Langford Veterinary College – part of the University West of England. It is set in beautiful grounds just outside Bristol.

The staircase sits on top of one of the old historic Grade Two-listed buildings. It gives access to a wooden octagon lantern to provide views around the grounds.

The staircase was actually restored last year. Following completion of roofing works Dorothea Restorations are now beginning installation.

According to the post: “Missing sections of casting were copied and recast from original surviving sections whilst remaining elements, where serviceable, were pinned and repaired.” q