Trident was instructed by the National Trust to provide Contract Administration and Principal Designer services for the demolition of the 1990s extension to the historic gatehouse.
Removal of the extension allowed restoration of the gatehouse which was damaged during several arson attempts. It also restored the approach to the mansion building through a pair of symmetrical gatehouses.
The building (as a whole) is Grade ll listed. Trident therefore produced a Heritage Impact Assessment for Listed Building Consent, together with planning permission, and a section 80 notice to ensure all statutory approvals were obtained.
The specification required the use of materials sympathetic to the original building, using lime mortar and natural slate for the roof covering.
The electrical supply was disconnected but retained in the gatehouse to provide for any potential use of the building in the future.
The project was carefully managed on site with a high level of security. The project was delivered within budget and on time.
