Peterborough Cathedral 2001-2006: From Devastation to Restoration

by Paul Binski, Michael Bunker

Overview

The first part of this book is a personal account of the process of restoring the cathedral after a devastating fire in November 2001, illustrated with color photographs. The second part focuses on Peterborough's unique 13th century painted nave ceiling which came close to complete destruction. The book has been written as a testimony to those whose faith, vision, encouragement and financial support helped restore the cathedral to its former glory.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781903470558
Publisher:	Paul Holberton Publishing
Publication date:	03/15/2020
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	9.90(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.90(d)

Table of Contents

Foreword by HRH The Duke of Gloucester

Preface by Sire Jock Kennedy, Chairman of The Peterborough Cathedral Development and Preservation Trust

From Devastation to Restoration / Michael Bunker

The Painted Nave Ceiling / Paul Binski

Extract from Measured and Drawn: Peterborough Cathedral Nave Ceiling / David Andrews, Bill Blake, Tom Cromwell, Richard Lea and Sarah Lunnon

Contractors involved in the Restoration Process

Photographic Acknowledgements