Craft skills at the Castle with Cliveden Conservation
44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford Castle, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1AY
As a company we are involved in the repair of traditional buildings and objects, conserving, repairing and restoring material from pre-Roman material through to twentieth century buildings and artefacts. The company is based at Cliveden Estate on the Berks/Bucks border. Established as an in-house studio by the National Trust, Cliveden Conservation is celebrating its 35th year. Still working with and for the National Trust including many properties in the surrounding areas, together with private country houses, cathedrals, churches, Oxford Colleges and many others. Work encompasses stone, plaster and the decorative arts. Current works on site include Wells and Nottingham Cathedrals together with recent projects working with, repairing and installing mosaics. In attendance on the day will be senior conservator Douglas Carpenter and Cliveden Director Tom Flemons.
Douglas brings a wealth of experience having worked at Cliveden for over 25 years. Douglas' work has taken him around the country with significant periods spent at Chastleton House and Waddeson.
Similarly, Tom has been at Cliveden for thirty plus years, training originally as a stonemason, then conservator, moving on to a Fellowship with the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1000-1600
Location & directions
44-46 Oxford Castle, Oxford Castle, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1AY
- Contact on day:
- Anna Clark
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Oxford Castleyard is step-free and paved.
Additional information
The cafe will be open in the Castleyard.
