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Back in January, we reported that works were underway at All Saints Church, Ripley, (one of the five churches that make up Cayton Parish) — and we’re delighted to share that the internal re-ordering is now complete. As ecclesiastical architects, we’re proud to have supported this carefully considered transformation, improving accessibility and flexibility within the Nave through the removal of pews and lowering of platforms, while preserving the church’s historic character. I

The first phase of the works at The Church of the Immaculate Conception, Sicklinghall, is now complete, supporting the long-term preservation of this Grade II listed church and its historic architectural character. The works included: • External repointing with lime mortar. • Removal of inappropriate cementitious mortar repairs. • Sensitive redecoration in suitable paint to enhance original architectural features. Phase two works will continue the repairs to further preserve

With winter (almost) behind us, quinquennial inspection (QI) season is officially underway… ........and that can only mean one thing: our Ecclesiastical team’s diaries are about to get very full! Meanwhile, the admin team prepares for a busy spell of planning, coordination, and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Across church buildings of all denominations and traditions, these inspections are a vital part of caring for our shared heritage. From parish chu

Ever wondered what really happens on a QI Day? This entirely fictional (and only slightly exaggerated) diary entry from Inspecting Architect Davina Armstead might feel remarkably familiar to anyone who’s ever hunted for tower keys or defended a ladder with “character.” With a nod to our own Inspecting Architect, Alexa Stephens - who assures us that church ladders everywhere have plenty of personality. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4rfdIzj #StFaithfulsHavenot#Quinquennialinsp

We are pleased to announce that works have recently been completed at the Grade II listed St Oswald’s Church, Hotham St Oswald's is a historic place of worship with origins dating back to Norman times. The project enhances accessibility and everyday use of the building, including: • A new kitchenette and WC facilities. • Ramped access into the church and tower. • Associated works for a new French drain. • New mains water and dra

Works are now underway on the internal re-ordering at All Saints Church, Ripley, one of the 5 churches that make up Cayton Parish - overseen by our Ecclesiastical architectural team. The project includes removal of all pews and lowering of pew platforms in the Nave to create a more accessible floor area and allow greater flexibility of use within the space. Pews in the Chancel and Ingilby Chapel are being sympathetically altered to improve comfort for users, while careful att

During Autumn of last year the works at St Mary’s Church, Lower Dunsforth, a part of Boroughbridge Churches, were progressing well. Our ecclesiastical team is now delighted to report that the interior of the church has been handed over for the use of the church. Internal reordering works included a new kitchenette at the West End, an accessible WC, an access ramp, and enhanced heating, lighting, and drainage systems, all helping to improve accessibility and overall usability

We are delighted to share that planning permission has been approved for the redevelopment of St Paul’s Church, Ireland Wood, Leeds. Our ecclesiastical team’s design will revitalise this much-loved community space through sensitive front and rear extensions, a welcoming new foyer, and significant upgrades to energy performance and accessibility. These changes will enable St Paul’s to better serve the many groups that rely on it, from youth organisations and community activiti

A massive thank you to our valued clients, consultants and contractors who joined us for our recent Open Day. It was great to catch up, share ideas, showcase our projects and chat about what we’ve been working on. A special thank you to Alison Walker Garden Designer – one of our trusted local experts - for joining us and sharing her beautiful designs. Open Days are a valuable opportunity to connect, and we are grateful to everyone who came along and made the event such a posi

We’re delighted to welcome Scott Doherty to PBA as a Project Architect! Scott is a Chartered Architect registered with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and a member of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). He brings with him a wealth of experience across a variety of sectors, including ecclesiastical, educational, community, and residential projects. Specialising in conservation architecture, Scott has worked extensively with Listed buildings, heritage asse

The PBA team took a step out of the office and into the stunning grounds of Harewood House. The day started off with a presentation from Sally Beeden, our Partner, and Practice Secretary, before a fascinating tour of the house. We finished off with a “scavenger hunt” (aka a lovely walk through the grounds). Plenty of tea, coffee and excellent food kept us fuelled throughout the day. We would highly recommend Harewood for any Team Away Day! - a great mix of learning, history,

Our ecclesiastical team are proud to be overseeing works at St Mary’s Church, Dunsforth, a part of Boroughbridge Churches. The font has been carefully relocated, pews have been moved, pew platforms repaired and lowered, the frame for the new kitchenette and accessible WC is now in place. These improvements are an important step towards creating a welcoming, flexible, and accessible space whilst respecting the character of this much-loved church. We are working with A J

Huge congratulations to Sally, our Partner and Practice Secretary who recently competed her horse Alexanderthegreat (Ali) at the RoR (Retraining of Racehorses) Championships at Aintree. Sally has only had him for a year, and it was a big ask – but what an achievement already! Outside of her busy role, Sally’s passion for horses shines through – proving that balance, dedication, and hard work can pay off in and out of the arena. We are so proud of her and wish Sally and

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