As you may have seen, we have temporarily cordoned off a large section around St Mary le Strand.
What’s happening?
We regret that access immediately around the building is restricted. The team is investigating the condition of the stonework and managing any risk of falling material.
Why is this necessary?
As part of The Jewel in the Strand project, we have been undertaking a series of surveys of the building, working out the best way to deliver a project which supports the church for generations to come. One element of this work involved surveying the stonework. Our experts have advised that until further work is undertaken, we should cordon off the area.
The vision for this project is that St Mary le Strand will be a restored and redeveloped church building, with a renewed mission and ministry at the centre of this regenerated area.
How long will it take?
After fully assessing the stonework’s condition, we will be able to consider next steps for this Grade 1 listed building. This may involve conservation and restoration, temporary measures such as netting, or new approaches. We will provide our most recent updates below.
Most recent updates
The main entrance remains open for now but will be closed from 11th-14th September as we undertake further investigations at the west end of the church.
Picture Gallery: Latest photos of the External Stonework
As part of The Jewel in the Strand project we have been undertaking a series of surveys of the building, working out the best way to deliver a project which supports the church for generations to come. One element of this work involved surveying the stonework. Although no stonework has fallen, we have been advised that until further work is undertaken, we should cordon off the area in order to keep the public safe.
Here are a few photos of the fractures in the stonework.
