The Building Conservation Directory 2021

109 C AT H E D R A L COMMU N I C AT I O N S T H E B U I L D I N G CON S E R VAT I ON D I R E C TO R Y 2 0 2 1 METALWORK continued METAL , WOOD & GLASS 3.3 www.dorothearestorations.com Tel: 0845 4780773 Architectural metalwork & traditional machinery DotRes_IHBC_124x86:2009 27/1/09 09:43 Page 1 Conservation, restoration, replication and new build of traditional metalwork, Dorothea Restorations delivers the very highest quality of craftsmanship on projects across the UK. Unit 15, Bristol Vale Trading Estate, Hartcliffe Way, Bristol BS3 5RJ ◾ COODE CONSERVATION PARTNERSHIP Anvil Barn, Miserden, Stroud, Gloucestershire GL6 7JB Tel 07546 408460 Email alex@coodeconservation.com www.coodeconservation.co.uk METALWORK : Coode Conservation Partnership specialises in the conservation, restoration, repair and replication of heritage pieces in wrought iron, cast, steel and copper alloys. The team consists of experienced traditional blacksmiths specialising in conservation, an MA in metal conservation and two partners who guest tutor at West Dean College on the conservation of metalwork. The business also offers specification writing and planning consultation through to production, delivery and report writing. Coode Conservation has experience of successfully completing large complex projects through to making tiny one-off museum replicas. A purpose-built workshop was created specifically for conserving, cleaning and hand painting traditional metalwork and is located a stone’s throw from the partnership’s traditional forge. Contracts have included conservation projects for English Heritage, Historic England, Historic Royal Palaces and the National Trust through to private estates, churches, stately homes and town houses. ◾ THE FINE IRON COMPANY Building 1, Gilfach Uchaf, Aberbran, nr Brecon, Powys LD3 9NL Tel 01874 636966 Email info@fineiron.co.uk www.fineiron.co.uk METALWORK : The Fine Iron Company is renowned as a specialist in the restoration and replication of architectural and ornamental wrought iron, cast iron and non-ferrous metals. A family run business established in 1998, The Fine Iron Company’s reputation and standards of excellence attract clients ranging from local authorities, conservation organisations, architects and private individuals. Fine Iron undertakes consultancy, full design, drawing, manufacture and installation, and specialises in both heritage and contemporary work, employing skilled traditional and modern blacksmithing techniques. Bespoke porches, verandas, canopies, stair balustrades, gates and railings are also designed and fabricated. ◾ HISTORIC METALWORK CONSERVATION COMPANY LTD 39 Hunters Gate, Much Wenlock, Shropshire TF13 6BW Tel 07883 205704 Email peter.meehan@hm-cc.uk www.hm-cc.uk HISTORIC METALWORK CONSULTANTS : Historic Metalwork Conservation Company (HMCC Ltd) was established in 2011 to provide conservation advice to all those charged with the care, management and preservation of historic metalwork in all its various forms, but with a particular emphasis on historic ironwork. Services include preparation of condition and conservation reports, work specifications, collections care and maintenance programmes. Clients include the National Trust, English Heritage, independent museums, local authorities, architects and building contractors. ◾ J H PORTER & SON LTD 13 Cranleigh Mews, Cabul Road, London SW11 2QL Tel 020 7978 5576 Email info@jhporter.co.uk www.jhporter.co.uk BLACKSMITHS : For over 100 years J H Porter & Son Ltd continue to manufacture, restore, reproduce and repair gates, railings, balustrades, balconies and staircases, together with security grilles, antiques, indoor/outdoor furniture etc. J H Porter works to its own or to clients’ traditional or contemporary designs. Commissions include work for antique restorers, architects, artists, builders, churches, designers, English Heritage, estate managers, the National Trust, photographers, shop-fitters and the general public. The company’s team of blacksmiths generally work within the London area and appreciate the importance of the quality required to maintain London’s unique needs. J H Porter & Son, craftsmen in iron since 1920. Specialist Conservation Contractor Heritage Project Contracts Ltd, Shrewsbury www.heritageprojectcontracts.com 01743 460035